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I’m Dave Ko, a creative and motion director with over two decades of experience leading design teams, creating engaging animated content, and mentoring emerging talents. I specialize in motion graphics, animation, and storytelling that helps brands connect with their audiences and drive results.
As the co-founder and motion design director of AKOMPLIS Studios, I oversee the full production pipeline—from discovery through final delivery—while collaborating with clients to ensure feedback and revisions shape the work. I also mentor designers through School of Motion and enjoy helping teams grow their craft on both small and large projects.
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Language
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Work Experience
MOTION DIRECTOR/CO-FOUNDER at AKOMPLIS STUDIOS
September 1, 2002 - PresentFounding partner and motion design director, producing motion graphics and animated videos. Help small and medium-sized businesses attract customers and strengthen brand engagement through compelling animated content. Oversee the entire production pipeline: Discovery, Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production, Final Delivery. Ensure clients are engaged throughout the process with regular feedback and revisions. Freelance under this incorporated entity and contract other talent for larger projects as needed.
MENTOR at SCHOOL OF MOTION
January 1, 2019 - PresentMentor and critique work from emerging motion designers and animators enrolled in School of Motion courses. Provide feedback on design, animation techniques, and storytelling.
LEAD ANIMATOR at STORYDRIVEN
December 31, 2008 - July 17, 2025Started as an independent contractor consulting on motion graphic applications. Progressed to art directing and lead animator for major projects for the company.
TEACHER at VANCOUVER FILM SCHOOL
December 31, 2008 - July 17, 2025Developed curriculum and taught courses in main title design, video editing, and motion graphics. Mentored students and provided creative coaching.
ART DIRECTOR/ANIMATOR at FOX SPORTS
December 31, 2002 - July 17, 2025Art directed and animated promos for national broadcasts, including the World Series, NCAA Football & Basketball, NHL, NFL, and Nascar.
MOTION DESIGNER/ANIMATOR at IMAGINARY FORCES
December 31, 2000 - July 17, 2025Freelanced as a motion graphic designer/animator on various projects under the direction of industry leaders. Worked on film/TV main titles, broadcast design, and TV commercials.
MOTION DESIGNER/ANIMATOR at BLIND
December 31, 2000 - July 17, 2025Freelanced and briefly worked on staff at Blind in its early days. Collaborated on TV commercials, film/TV main titles, and broadcast design projects for major U.S. networks.
Motion Director/Co-Founder at Akomplis Studios
September 1, 2002 - PresentFounding partner and motion design director, producing motion graphics and animated videos. Help small and medium-sized businesses attract customers and strengthen brand engagement through compelling animated content. Oversee the entire production pipeline: Discovery, Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production, Final Delivery. Ensure clients are engaged throughout the process with regular feedback and revisions. This is my incorporated entity; I freelance under it as well as contract other talent for larger projects as needed.
Mentor at School of Motion
January 1, 2019 - PresentMentor and critique work from emerging motion designers and animators enrolled in School of Motion courses. Provide feedback on design, animation techniques, and storytelling.
Lead Animator at StoryDriven
December 31, 2008 - September 16, 2025Started as an independent contractor consulting on motion graphic applications. Progressed to art directing and lead animator for major projects for the company.
Teacher at Vancouver Film School
December 31, 2008 - September 16, 2025Developed curriculum and taught courses in main title design, video editing, and motion graphics. Mentored students and provided creative coaching.
Art Director/Animator at Fox Sports
December 31, 2002 - September 16, 2025Art directed and animated promos for national broadcasts, including the World Series, NCAA Football & Basketball, NHL, NFL, and Nascar.
Motion Designer/Animator at Imaginary Forces
December 31, 2000 - September 16, 2025Freelanced as a motion graphic designer/animator on various projects under the direction of industry leaders like Kyle Cooper, Karin Fong, and Gmunk. Worked on film/TV main titles, broadcast design, and TV commercials.
Motion Designer/Animator at Blind
December 31, 2000 - September 16, 2025Freelanced and briefly worked on staff at Blind in its early days. Collaborated on TV commercials, film/TV main titles, and broadcast design projects for major U.S. networks.
Motion Director/Co-Founder at AKOMPLIS STUDIOS
September 1, 2002 - PresentFounding partner and motion design director, producing motion graphics and animated videos. Helps small and medium-sized businesses attract customers and strengthen brand engagement through compelling animated content. Oversees the entire production pipeline: Discovery, Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production, Final Delivery. Ensure clients are engaged throughout the process with regular feedback and revisions. This is my incorporated entity, I freelance under as well as contract other talent for larger projects as needed.
Mentor at School of Motion
January 1, 2019 - PresentMentor and critique work from emerging motion designers and animators enrolled in School of Motion courses. Provide feedback on design, animation techniques, and storytelling.
Lead Animator at StoryDriven
January 1, 2008 - October 24, 2025Started as an independent contractor consulting on motion graphic applications. Progressed to art directing and lead animator for major projects for the company.
Teacher at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2008 - October 24, 2025Developed curriculum and taught courses in main title design, video editing, and motion graphics. Mentored students and provided creative coaching.
Art Director/Animator at FOX Sports
January 1, 2002 - October 24, 2025Art directed and animated promos for national broadcasts, including the World Series, NCAA Football & Basketball, NHL, NFL, and Nascar.
Motion Designer/Animator at Imaginary Forces
January 1, 2000 - October 24, 2025Freelanced as a motion graphic designer/animator on various projects under the direction of industry leaders like Kyle Cooper, Karin Fong, and Gmunk. Worked on film/TV main titles, broadcast design, and TV commercials.
Motion Designer/Animator at Blind
January 1, 2000 - October 24, 2025Freelanced and briefly worked on staff at Blind in its early days. Collaborated on TV commercials, film/TV main titles, and broadcast design projects for major U.S. networks.
Education
BFA at Ryerson University
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1995BFA, Media arts: Film/Digital Media at Ryerson University
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1995Biological and Biomedical Sciences at University of Toronto
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1991BFA, Media Arts: Film/Digital Media at Ryerson University
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995Biological and Biomedical Sciences at University of Toronto
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1991Qualifications
Industry Experience
Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Energy & Utilities, Education, Professional Services
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