Portfolio - _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi, I’m Ryan Daniels, a senior motion designer and 3D generalist based in Milwaukee. I focus on motion graphics, animation, VFX, and photoreal visualization across product, brand, and storytelling projects. My work blends technical precision with intentional design, creating visuals that feel cohesive and purposeful. I work across the full creative pipeline—from concept development and look design through modeling, lighting, rendering, compositing, and final edit. I’m comfortable moving between roles as needed, whether as a designer, animator, visual developer, or technical problem-solver, always aiming to make the work stronger and more impactful.

Ryan Daniels

Portfolio - _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Hi, I’m Ryan Daniels, a senior motion designer and 3D generalist based in Milwaukee. I focus on motion graphics, animation, VFX, and photoreal visualization across product, brand, and storytelling projects. My work blends technical precision with intentional design, creating visuals that feel cohesive and purposeful. I work across the full creative pipeline—from concept development and look design through modeling, lighting, rendering, compositing, and final edit. I’m comfortable moving between roles as needed, whether as a designer, animator, visual developer, or technical problem-solver, always aiming to make the work stronger and more impactful.

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Hi, I’m Ryan Daniels, a senior motion designer and 3D generalist based in Milwaukee. I focus on motion graphics, animation, VFX, and photoreal visualization across product, brand, and storytelling projects. My work blends technical precision with intentional design, creating visuals that feel cohesive and purposeful.

I work across the full creative pipeline—from concept development and look design through modeling, lighting, rendering, compositing, and final edit. I’m comfortable moving between roles as needed, whether as a designer, animator, visual developer, or technical problem-solver, always aiming to make the work stronger and more impactful.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Adjunct Professor - 3D Character Modeling & Animation at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
September 18, 2023 - December 18, 2023
Illustration Department Adjunct Faculty Professor at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, teaching 3D character modeling and animation as part of their Animation Track.
OWNER, FREELANCE ANIMATOR, ART DIRECTOR & 3D GENERALIST at SKINNY KID MEDIA LLC.
March 7, 2015 - Present
Owner/Freelancer at Skinny Kid Media, delivering motion graphics, animation, post, and VFX alongside concept development and creative direction for brand and content work.
Art Director, Lead Designer at Mindspike Design
March 1, 2012 - March 6, 2015
Art Director and Lead Designer responsible for concept development, look design, and production workflows supporting motion-ready visual development and brand work.
SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER, ART DIRECTOR at POTAWATOMI CASINO HOTEL
December 11, 2005 - March 8, 2012
Senior Graphic Designer and Art Director at Potawatomi Casino Hotel, contributing to campaign strategy, print and digital design, and motion graphics and animation work.

Education

ILLUSTRATION MAJOR at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
September 27, 1995 - June 6, 1997
GRAPHIC DESIGN MAJOR at UW-MILWAUKEE WISCONSIN
September 22, 1997 - June 10, 1998

Qualifications

Adobe Certified Associate (ACA)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2021
Adobe Certified Professional
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Emmy - Chicago / Regional - 2011
January 1, 2011 - March 22, 2026
Graphis Design Annual - Silver Medal - 2017
January 1, 2017 - March 22, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate (ACA)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2021
Adobe Certified Professional
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Software & Internet, Other