I’m Kristian V. Tinawin, a motion designer and creative lead focused on building engaging video content for ads, explainers, and storytelling-driven campaigns. I enjoy taking ideas from concept to final animation—balancing strong typography, clean motion design, and polished editing so the visuals match the brand and drive results. I’ve led design teams and collaborated across freelance and in-house projects, producing everything from infographic motion and e-learning materials to performance-driven US ads with testimonial and reaction-based creatives. With a background in graphic design, animation production, and end-to-end video delivery, I help teams turn creative direction into high-quality, consistent outputs.…

KRISTIAN V. TINAWIN

I’m Kristian V. Tinawin, a motion designer and creative lead focused on building engaging video content for ads, explainers, and storytelling-driven campaigns. I enjoy taking ideas from concept to final animation—balancing strong typography, clean motion design, and polished editing so the visuals match the brand and drive results. I’ve led design teams and collaborated across freelance and in-house projects, producing everything from infographic motion and e-learning materials to performance-driven US ads with testimonial and reaction-based creatives. With a background in graphic design, animation production, and end-to-end video delivery, I help teams turn creative direction into high-quality, consistent outputs.…

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I’m Kristian V. Tinawin, a motion designer and creative lead focused on building engaging video content for ads, explainers, and storytelling-driven campaigns. I enjoy taking ideas from concept to final animation—balancing strong typography, clean motion design, and polished editing so the visuals match the brand and drive results.

I’ve led design teams and collaborated across freelance and in-house projects, producing everything from infographic motion and e-learning materials to performance-driven US ads with testimonial and reaction-based creatives. With a background in graphic design, animation production, and end-to-end video delivery, I help teams turn creative direction into high-quality, consistent outputs.

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Language

English
Advanced
Tagalog
Fluent

Work Experience

Motion Designer at PrayerSong (Freelance)
December 1, 2025 - Present
Produced performance-driven video ads for US audiences, including testimonial and reaction-based creatives focused on engagement and conversion. Led end-to-end video production—editing, motion design, and storytelling—aligned with brand messaging.
Creative Designer at We Fix Ugly Pools (Remote)
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Developed design concepts for both print and digital platforms. Created conceptual layouts for motion design projects with unified visual narratives. Executed animation of graphic elements in accordance with approved storyboards and established design aesthetics.
Creative Designer at We Fix Ugly Pools (Remote)
February 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025
Developed design concepts following specified style and format requirements for both print and digital platforms. Created conceptual layouts for motion design projects to maintain a unified and compelling visual narrative.
Graphic & Motion Designer at Filmetrics Corporation
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022
Oversee design elements from conception to final delivery. Develop design concepts, project briefs, and creative advice matched to design style, format, and print production. Provide graphics and layouts for print and digital materials. Produce engaging motion design for a diverse range of media including mobile and web.
Motion Designer at madgicx.com (Freelance)
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Creates video and motion materials based on client instructions and scope. Collaborates with other designers to produce high-quality video and animation outputs.
Design Team Lead (Creative Supervisor) at madgicx.com (Freelance)
November 1, 2021 - December 1, 2025
Oversees daily design activity and ensures all objectives are delivered in a high-quality manner. Implements proofreading for outputs to ensure relevance, consistency, and accuracy, providing feedback to drive excellence in design, animation, and typography. Maintains relationships with designers to motivate and develop their potential through consistent monitoring, assessment, and feedback to sustain high performance. Escalates and resolves design service issues promptly. Participates in brainstorming sessions to share creative perspectives and provide updates. Documents daily team logs and generates production data reports.
Graphic & Motion Designer at Filmetrics Corporation (Full-Time)
March 1, 2015 - February 1, 2022
Developed design concepts, project briefs, and creative advice based on design style, format, and print production standards. Produced graphics and layouts for print and digital materials including logos, posters, and websites. Created highly engaging motion design for smartphones, tablets, and web platforms. Supported branding and identity work and produced motion design, animation, and video editing deliverables.
Motion Designer at Veev Interactive Pte Ltd / 360 Digital Works (Contract)
November 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014
Create motion design materials such as infographic videos and presentations for e-Learning services. Collaborate with other teams to resolve technical, animation, and design issues. Maintain versioning control and organize graphic files. Stay up-to-date with the latest motion design techniques.
Graphic Designer at AffinityX (Full-time)
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Delivered graphic design materials for print media advertisements (newspapers and magazines) according to client specifications.
Graphic Designer at AffinityX (Full-time)
June 1, 2013 - June 1, 2014
Delivered graphic design materials for client-specified print advertisements, including newspaper and magazine formats.
Graphic Designer at Colorpoint Classic (Internship)
June 1, 2012 - June 1, 2012
Prepared layout design materials for print media production (Yearbook, Flyers, Posters, Magazine Covers).
Graphic Designer (Internship) at Colorpoint Classic
May 1, 2012 - June 1, 2012
Prepared layout design materials for print production, including yearbooks, flyers, posters, and magazine covers.
Motion Designer at Good Idea Media (Freelance)
June 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011
Part of the team that produced motion graphic presentations for the Department of Energy (DOE), Renewable Energy Program.
Assistant Animator at Toon City Animation, Inc. (Freelance)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Contributed to animation production for Disney TV series, film, and DVD specials, including titles such as Geronimo Stilton and Curious George.
In-Between Artist at Toei Animation Inc. (Freelance)
June 1, 2009 - June 1, 2009
Worked on in-between animation for popular titles such as Dragon Ball Kai, One Piece, Fresh Pretty Cure!
In-Between Artist (Assistant Animator) at Toei Animation Inc. (Freelance)
January 1, 2009 - June 1, 2009
Supported animation production for anime series, films, and DVD specials, including Dragon Ball Kai and One Piece, as well as Fresh Pretty Cure!
Assistant Animator at Toon City Animation, Inc. (Freelance)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Supported animation production for Disney TV series, film, and DVD specials. Worked as an in-between artist for titles including Geronimo Stilton and Curious George.
Assistant Animator at Sunwoo Animation (Freelance)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Part of the team producing animated shows including I Got a Rocket.
Assistant Animator at Sunwoo Animation (Freelance)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Contributed to a team that produced the animated show 'I Got a Rocket.'
Assistant Animator at Philippine Animation Studios Inc. (Navel Studios - Freelance)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Worked on shows such as Monster Allergy and The Secret World of Benjamin Bear.
Assistant Animator (Freelance) at Philippine Animation Studios Inc. (Navel Studios - Freelance)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Worked on animation productions including Monster Allergy and The Secret World of Benjamin Bear.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Far Eastern University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2013
Animation Bootcamp (Motion Design) at School of Motion
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor’s Degree (Graphic Design, Advertising Arts) at Far Eastern University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2013
Bootcamp (Motion Design) at School of Motion Animation Bootcamp
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Top Performer Awardee
December 1, 2018 - November 26, 2025
Top Performer Awardee
December 1, 2017 - November 26, 2025
Award of Excellence
December 1, 2016 - November 26, 2025
Circle of Excellence
December 1, 2015 - November 26, 2025
Top Performer Awardee
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Top Performer Awardee
December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Award of Excellence
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
Circle of Excellence
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment