I’m Simon Ball, a motion designer and animator specialising in short film visuals, museum installations, and broadcast graphics. I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and researchers to shape ideas from rough cut to final elements, delivering motion graphics that are both concept-driven and on-brand. Over the years I’ve worked with agencies and institutions including The Science Museum, The Natural History Museum, and Mother London, as well as ITV Sport, creating titles, bumpers, stings, and in-show graphics. I’m proficient in Adobe After Effects, Premier Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Blender, and I enjoy bringing complex stories to life with clear visuals, strong typography, and thoughtful motion design. I’ve delivered freelance work for museums, brands, and broadcasters, always aiming for production-ready results that fit strict brand guidelines.

Simon Ball

I’m Simon Ball, a motion designer and animator specialising in short film visuals, museum installations, and broadcast graphics. I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and researchers to shape ideas from rough cut to final elements, delivering motion graphics that are both concept-driven and on-brand. Over the years I’ve worked with agencies and institutions including The Science Museum, The Natural History Museum, and Mother London, as well as ITV Sport, creating titles, bumpers, stings, and in-show graphics. I’m proficient in Adobe After Effects, Premier Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Blender, and I enjoy bringing complex stories to life with clear visuals, strong typography, and thoughtful motion design. I’ve delivered freelance work for museums, brands, and broadcasters, always aiming for production-ready results that fit strict brand guidelines.

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I’m Simon Ball, a motion designer and animator specialising in short film visuals, museum installations, and broadcast graphics. I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and researchers to shape ideas from rough cut to final elements, delivering motion graphics that are both concept-driven and on-brand. Over the years I’ve worked with agencies and institutions including The Science Museum, The Natural History Museum, and Mother London, as well as ITV Sport, creating titles, bumpers, stings, and in-show graphics.

I’m proficient in Adobe After Effects, Premier Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Blender, and I enjoy bringing complex stories to life with clear visuals, strong typography, and thoughtful motion design. I’ve delivered freelance work for museums, brands, and broadcasters, always aiming for production-ready results that fit strict brand guidelines.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Motion Designer at Charlotte Street Films
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Developed motion graphics concepts for the rough cut and created final motion graphic elements for the finished film. Worked as primary motion designer alongside the director, story producers, and researchers.
Freelance Designer & Animator at New Angle
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2020
Freelance design & animation work for large scale museum installations & projections.
Freelance Motion Designer at Street Films
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2026
Freelance motion design and archive sequences for museum films and installations, including The Science Museum, The Natural History Museum, The National Trust, Wallace Collection & Clarks Shoemakers Museum, often working to strict brand guidelines for unique multimedia installations.
Freelance Motion Designer at Mother London
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Freelance motion design work creating broadcast commercials, OOH campaigns, and branded content for integrated advertising campaigns, collaborating with art directors and creative teams on high-profile client work.
Freelance Motion Designer at ITV Sport
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2019
Created broadcast motion graphics including titles, bumpers, stings, and in-show graphics using After Effects. Supported production team on live sports coverage and fast-turnaround broadcast packages.
Motion Designer at Another Presence
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
12-minute film about dementia, hallucinations and altered perceptions.
Motion Designer at Do I See What You See?
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
A film about dementia, disconnection and seeing the world differently. Project engaged in awards circuit.

Education

MA Digital Arts at University of the West of England
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Advanced at University of the Arts London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Best Factual Animation
January 1, 2024 - May 29, 2026
Special Jury Prize - New Chitose Airport Animation Festival
January 1, 2022 - May 29, 2026
Best Commissioned Film - Manchester Animation Festival
January 1, 2019 - May 29, 2026
Official Selection - London International Animation Festival
January 1, 2018 - May 29, 2026
Official Selection - Aesthetica Short Film Festival
January 1, 2018 - May 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other