I'm a senior motion graphic designer with over a decade of experience in 2D design, animation, and motion graphics across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. I’m a strategic creative leader who partners with top-tier clients including PBS, Netflix, and Samsung to translate complex narratives into scalable visuals that blend art direction with emotional storytelling. I specialize in motion design strategy, 2D animation & illustration, visual storytelling, and modular asset design. I excel at creating brand-aligned animation and reusable templates that adapt content for multiple screens and platforms, turning ideas into engaging experiences.

Sheida Karamzadeh

I'm a senior motion graphic designer with over a decade of experience in 2D design, animation, and motion graphics across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. I’m a strategic creative leader who partners with top-tier clients including PBS, Netflix, and Samsung to translate complex narratives into scalable visuals that blend art direction with emotional storytelling. I specialize in motion design strategy, 2D animation & illustration, visual storytelling, and modular asset design. I excel at creating brand-aligned animation and reusable templates that adapt content for multiple screens and platforms, turning ideas into engaging experiences.

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I’m a senior motion graphic designer with over a decade of experience in 2D design, animation, and motion graphics across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. I’m a strategic creative leader who partners with top-tier clients including PBS, Netflix, and Samsung to translate complex narratives into scalable visuals that blend art direction with emotional storytelling.

I specialize in motion design strategy, 2D animation & illustration, visual storytelling, and modular asset design. I excel at creating brand-aligned animation and reusable templates that adapt content for multiple screens and platforms, turning ideas into engaging experiences.

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Work Experience

Art Director / Illustrator / Animator (Contract) at PBS NC
June 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Directed, illustrated, and animated visual content for the Rogue History documentary series, leading the design process from concept development to final delivery. Developed animation toolkits and reusable motion templates that decreased turnaround times and promoted consistent episodic branding.
Art Director / Illustrator / Animator (Contract) at PBS NC
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Directed and animated the City of Hope limited animated series, ensuring visual consistency from storyboard to final animation.
Art Director / Illustrator / Animator (Contract) at PBS NC
June 1, 2025 - Present
Directed, illustrated, and animated visual content for ongoing PBS NC Rogue History projects, building on established branding and visual systems.
Motion Designer (Full Time) at Crispin Ad Agency
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026
Designed and deployed social-ready animated content for globally recognized brands including P&G, Samsung, and Synchrony, optimizing performance for each platform while using Figma and Adobe Suite.
Art Director / Motion Designer (Contract) at PBS SoCal | KCET
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026
Designed modular templates and flexible visual systems for the Stop Saving the Planet series, enhancing content adaptability across screen sizes and platforms.
Senior Motion Designer (Contract) at BWA Studio
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Created high-production animated content and broadcast-quality visuals for leading clients including A&E and James Brown documentary projects.
Senior Motion Designer (Full Time) at Popsockets
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Directed the motion design vision for brand storytelling and external campaigns, providing strategic leadership on style, pacing, and platform optimization. Worked with marketing teams to deliver high-quality animations that expanded global reach and engagement.
Animator / Motion Designer (Contract) at Netflix
July 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Contract animator/motion designer contributing to various Netflix projects with emphasis on 2D animation and visual storytelling.

Education

Master of Fine Arts (MFA): Animation at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA): Graphic Design at University of Tehran Faculty of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet