I’m a motion designer and video editor focused on turning ideas into compelling visual stories. I create high-impact visuals and orchestrate end-to-end content that boosts engagement for brands, media platforms, and digital campaigns. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate concepts into polished, platform-ready assets that align with brand identity and business goals. With a keen eye for detail and storytelling, I’ve helped brands grow their presence across Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok by transforming raw footage and stock assets into polished, engaging visuals. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love shaping content strategies, managing asset libraries, and delivering timely, consistent results that resonate with audiences and drive outcomes.

Akinyede Abiodun Samson

I’m a motion designer and video editor focused on turning ideas into compelling visual stories. I create high-impact visuals and orchestrate end-to-end content that boosts engagement for brands, media platforms, and digital campaigns. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate concepts into polished, platform-ready assets that align with brand identity and business goals. With a keen eye for detail and storytelling, I’ve helped brands grow their presence across Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok by transforming raw footage and stock assets into polished, engaging visuals. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love shaping content strategies, managing asset libraries, and delivering timely, consistent results that resonate with audiences and drive outcomes.

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I’m a motion designer and video editor focused on turning ideas into compelling visual stories. I create high-impact visuals and orchestrate end-to-end content that boosts engagement for brands, media platforms, and digital campaigns. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate concepts into polished, platform-ready assets that align with brand identity and business goals.

With a keen eye for detail and storytelling, I’ve helped brands grow their presence across Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok by transforming raw footage and stock assets into polished, engaging visuals. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love shaping content strategies, managing asset libraries, and delivering timely, consistent results that resonate with audiences and drive outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Arabic
Intermediate

Work Experience

Video Editor and Motion Designer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2022 - Present
Create visual representations using raw clips and stock assets in alignment with brand guidelines. Execute all animation projects using After Effects and related tools across social platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Select and edit audio elements such as music, sound effects, and voiceovers to enhance each video. A Creative Lead employing visually captivating elements that resonate with the target audience and support engagement, including TikTok content. Collaborate with copywriters for content approval and management. Manage brand assets and cloud storage to ensure consistent branding across projects.
Graphic Designer at LegacyLab NG
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Design graphics such as flyers, illustrations, and other visual assets for digital platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn. Create and manage content. Design motion graphics for product unveiling.
Motion Designer || 2D Animator at Breevy
October 29, 2025 - Present
Created visually compelling motion graphics and animated assets for Breevy’s SaaS products, transforming UI flows, dashboards, and product features into clear, engaging animations. Produced 2D animations, UI/UX motion sequences, micro-interactions, and typography-based motion pieces using Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Figma. Designed animation styleframes, transitions, and visual systems consistent with Breevy’s brand identity and product design guidelines. Collaborated closely with product designers and marketers to translate concepts, wireframes, and scripts into polished motion pieces for product demos, onboarding videos, and promotional campaigns. Developed reusable animation templates, icon libraries, and workflow presets that improved delivery speed and ensured consistency across deliverables. Integrated sound design, timing, easing, and advanced motion principles to enhance clarity, emotion, and storytelling within product-focused animations. Executed full video production workflows including storyboard adaptation, compositing, color correction, asset preparation, and final rendering for multiple distribution formats. Optimized animations for web, mobile, and social media platforms by exporting lightweight, high-quality formats (Lottie, MP4, WebM, GIF) while maintaining visual integrity. Delivered multiple high-impact motion assets under tight deadlines, supporting product launches, feature updates, social media campaigns, and internal presentations. Ensured all motion graphics adhered to accessibility standards, UI best practices, and product usability goals.
Motion Designer at Tawakkalna (UAE)
October 20, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Designed and produced high-quality motion graphics, UI animations, and explainer videos that effectively communicated Tawakkalna’s platform features, services, and user processes. Created visually consistent animation systems aligned with Tawakkalna’s brand guidelines, enhancing clarity, usability, and user trust across digital touchpoints. Developed animation concepts from scripts, product flows, and wireframes, converting complex information into simple, user-friendly visual stories. Produced 2D animated elements, iconography, infographics, transitions, and typography animations for product tutorials, app walkthroughs, updates, and public communication assets. Collaborated with product managers, UI/UX designers, and communication teams to structure narratives, refine motion styleframes, and maintain consistent visual messaging. Executed complete video workflows, storyboarding, asset preparation, animation, compositing, sound design, color correction, and exporting optimized formats for web, social media, and in-app use. Delivered fast-turnaround motion content for announcements, public advisories, feature rollouts, and campaign initiatives. Ensured all animations were optimized for mobile performance, following platform-specific standards and best practices.
Motion Designer & Video Editor at Tawakkalna (Saudi Data & AI Authority - SDAIA)
October 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Created motion design and SaaS explainer videos for the Tawakkalna super-app; translated complex product updates into clear, user-friendly visuals; designed feature-launch animations to support user adoption; collaborated with product and communications teams to align visuals with brand guidelines and government digital standards; adapted motion assets for in-app notifications and social distribution.
Motion Designer & Video Editor at Breavy
September 1, 2025 - Present
Responsible for SaaS marketing video content across multiple digital platforms; produced YouTube videos, short-form clips, tutorials, explainers, ads, and customer testimonials; designed supporting visuals such as banners, infographics, carousels, and blog visuals; ensured consistent brand identity across video and motion assets; adapted content for the US market with SEO-friendly considerations; collaborated with product and communications teams to align visuals with release goals; managed content production and post-production workflows.
Creative Lead (Video & Content) at Hey Africa
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Led branding initiatives and the creative development of short- and long-form video content for social platforms (TikTok, Instagram, etc.); edited and produced high-performing video content, including campaigns with 100K+ and 8K+ views; coordinated a cross-functional team of marketers, designers, and content creators to execute integrated digital campaigns; developed content strategies to boost audience engagement, retention, and visibility; organized project files, exports, and version control; collaborated with copywriters and strategists to ensure visuals aligned with brand voice and campaign objectives.
Video Editor & Motion Designer at Falkeh 3C Innovative Agency
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Produced and edited marketing, promotional, motion graphics, and branded videos aligned with established visual identity; participated in client meetings to understand business goals and target audiences; translated client requirements into effective visual concepts and storytelling; assembled and refined video content from raw footage, stock libraries, and brand assets for digital distribution and presentations; applied sound design principles and platform-optimized formats for social channels; organized assets and facilitated efficient review cycles.
Graphic & Motion Designer at LegacyLab NG
August 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Designed digital graphics (flyers, illustrations, brand assets) for social media and marketing campaigns; created motion graphics and animations for product launches and announcements; collaborated with content and marketing teams to translate briefs into visually engaging designs; adapted assets for Instagram and LinkedIn distribution; maintained brand consistency through typography, color, and layout; supported content planning and timely delivery of creative assets.

Education

Secondary School at Gboluji (ANG) Grammar School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Technology at Federal University of Technology Akure
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Architecture at Federal University of Technology, Akure
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Innovative Hey Africa Program
January 1, 2022 - December 4, 2025
Introduction to Animation and Post Production
August 16, 2024 - January 7, 2025
Del-York Creative Academy

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    paper SaaS Motion Designer

    I created a motion graphics promotional video that blends explainer, product demo, and marketing animation styles to showcase STRETTCH, a budget friendly cloud-hosting platforms.

    The animation helps attract new clients by showing real value and increasing trust and credibility through professional visuals.