Hello, I am an experienced motion designer and video editor boasting a rich 15-year history in motion design, videography, photography, editing, and 3D work. Adept at collaborating with renowned clients such as NASCAR, Subaru, Ottawa Redblacks, IMAX, various government agencies, and much much more. Particularly passionate about 2D character animation, 3D modeling, and fast-paced editing. Proactively employ industry-standard tools such as After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Cinema 4D/Blender. Showcasing of expertise encompassing efficiency, leadership, senior design capabilities, and a comprehensive understanding of all facets of video production; establishing me as a distinct talent capable of seamlessly guiding a video project from inception to completion.

Rob Dickson

Hello, I am an experienced motion designer and video editor boasting a rich 15-year history in motion design, videography, photography, editing, and 3D work. Adept at collaborating with renowned clients such as NASCAR, Subaru, Ottawa Redblacks, IMAX, various government agencies, and much much more. Particularly passionate about 2D character animation, 3D modeling, and fast-paced editing. Proactively employ industry-standard tools such as After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Cinema 4D/Blender. Showcasing of expertise encompassing efficiency, leadership, senior design capabilities, and a comprehensive understanding of all facets of video production; establishing me as a distinct talent capable of seamlessly guiding a video project from inception to completion.

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Hello, I am an experienced motion designer and video editor boasting a rich 15-year history in motion design, videography, photography, editing, and 3D work. Adept at collaborating with renowned clients such as NASCAR, Subaru, Ottawa Redblacks, IMAX, various government agencies, and much much more.
Particularly passionate about 2D character animation, 3D modeling, and fast-paced editing. Proactively employ industry-standard tools such as After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Cinema 4D/Blender. Showcasing of expertise encompassing efficiency, leadership, senior design capabilities, and a comprehensive understanding of all facets of video production; establishing me as a distinct talent capable of seamlessly guiding a video project from inception to completion.

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English
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Work Experience

Freelance Motion Designer / Video Editor at Freelance
April 1, 2011 - Present
Produced short-form 2D animations for promotional campaigns; performed VFX compositing (greenscreening, rotoscoping); advanced Cinema 4D modeling, animation, lighting, and texturing for commercial projects; edited dynamic electric bike, watch, and car commercials; storyboarded dozens of informational videos for Absorb LMS using Figma and After Effects.
Head of Video at ACCURATE CREATIVE
November 1, 2020 - April 1, 2023
Head of Video, overseeing shooting and editing operations; led 2D animation projects for clients such as Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Hydro, and Global Affairs Canada; leveraged Cinema 4D for beer commercials and high-end social ads; integrated live-action video with 3D and motion graphics, producing polished videos for PARKS Canada; conducted A/B ad testing for nationwide campaigns on mental health in sports.
Motion Designer, Video Editor & 3D Artist at MEDIAPLUS
March 1, 2016 - December 1, 2019
Created visually captivating graphics for video billboards at the National Arts Centre and TD Place; developed a series of informative 2D animations explaining the home purchasing process; designed and modeled a 3D nutcracker for NAC advertisements; combined 2D & 3D animation techniques for a conference video for the Appraisal Institute of Canada.
Motion Designer & 3D Artist at BANFIELD
January 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015
Seamlessly integrated 2D and 3D elements for an informative video for Curtiss Wright Corporation; edited NAC video advertisements; incorporated visually engaging 2D animation as transitions in Enfamil sales videos; created motion graphic takeover boards for a large Iridium Satellite Communications conference.
Freelance Motion Designer / Video Editor at Freelance / Self-Employed
April 1, 2011 - Present
Produced high-converting short-form 2D/3D animations for commercial, digital, and social campaigns. Led projects from concept development and storyboarding to final delivery. Executed advanced compositing including green screen keying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, and VFX integration. Modeled, lit, textured, and animated 3D assets in Cinema 4D and Blender for commercial clients. Edited automotive, e-bike, and luxury product commercials with strong pacing and narrative clarity. Created informational explainer videos for Absorb LMS using Figma and After Effects to improve client engagement and product clarity.

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Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services