I'm a senior motion designer and art director with 15+ years shaping visuals for TV, advertising, and digital media. I thrive at the intersection of storytelling and design precision, bringing cinematic flair to every project. I’ve partnered with global brands and led creative teams to deliver cohesive visual identities and compelling motion campaigns. From concept through delivery, I manage the full creative process and love crafting graphics that elevate brands and captivate audiences. Current focus includes large-scale TV productions and multi-platform campaigns for clients such as L’Oréal, Toyota, and American Express, while staying hands-on with design and animation to maintain a high standard of craft.

Emanuele Franco

I'm a senior motion designer and art director with 15+ years shaping visuals for TV, advertising, and digital media. I thrive at the intersection of storytelling and design precision, bringing cinematic flair to every project. I’ve partnered with global brands and led creative teams to deliver cohesive visual identities and compelling motion campaigns. From concept through delivery, I manage the full creative process and love crafting graphics that elevate brands and captivate audiences. Current focus includes large-scale TV productions and multi-platform campaigns for clients such as L’Oréal, Toyota, and American Express, while staying hands-on with design and animation to maintain a high standard of craft.

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I’m a senior motion designer and art director with 15+ years shaping visuals for TV, advertising, and digital media. I thrive at the intersection of storytelling and design precision, bringing cinematic flair to every project. I’ve partnered with global brands and led creative teams to deliver cohesive visual identities and compelling motion campaigns.

From concept through delivery, I manage the full creative process and love crafting graphics that elevate brands and captivate audiences. Current focus includes large-scale TV productions and multi-platform campaigns for clients such as L’Oréal, Toyota, and American Express, while staying hands-on with design and animation to maintain a high standard of craft.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
French
Intermediate
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Motion Designer at IMagic Group
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading motion design for prime-time TV shows and events, including Arabs Got Talent, Miss Lebanon, and the Billboard Music Awards (MENA). Designed and animated complete in-show graphics and visual walls. Developed brand identities and dynamic animated backgrounds for stage productions.
Senior Motion Designer at Dentsu Creative
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Created motion graphics and social campaigns for high-profile brands including American Express, L’Oréal, and Toyota. Delivered creative assets for social media, TV, and digital advertising. Partnered with art directors and producers to ensure brand consistency.
Senior Motion Designer at Stan.
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Developed broadcast and promotional motion graphics for Australia’s leading streaming platform. Localized and animated show artworks from both Australian and U.S. markets. Ensured stylistic cohesion across all video assets.
Senior Motion Designer at Nine Network
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Conceptualized and produced motion design elements for national broadcast promos. Created daily broadcast packages for entertainment and news programming. Managed end-to-end design workflow for multiple TV campaigns.
Senior Motion Designer at NewsCorp
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Produced internal and external motion campaigns for Australia’s largest digital media group. Designed brand-driven visual content for sales and marketing departments.
Motion Designer / Art Director at Nonsense
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Directed and executed visual campaigns for major Australian media clients.
Freelance Motion Designer / Art Director at Freelance & Agency Collaborations
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Worked with studios and TV production companies including Verve Media, EtaBeta, Toro Produzioni, and Shine Australia. Clients included SKY, RAI, Mediaset, Bauer Media, and FOXTEL.
Motion Designer at KantiereKreativo
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Developed visual concepts and TV graphics packages for FOX, History Channel, Endemol, and RAI 2.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Digital and Virtual Design at Istituto Europeo di Design (IED), Rome - Italy
November 30, 2004 - July 20, 2007

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services