Hello! I’m David Killingsworth, a freelance 3D animator and creative director who loves turning ideas into vivid visuals. I develop and deliver motion-rich content for artists and brands across social and digital platforms, balancing storytelling with technical craft. I’m comfortable leading projects from concept to delivery and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring bold visuals to life.

David Killingsworth

Hello! I’m David Killingsworth, a freelance 3D animator and creative director who loves turning ideas into vivid visuals. I develop and deliver motion-rich content for artists and brands across social and digital platforms, balancing storytelling with technical craft. I’m comfortable leading projects from concept to delivery and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring bold visuals to life.

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Hello! I’m David Killingsworth, a freelance 3D animator and creative director who loves turning ideas into vivid visuals. I develop and deliver motion-rich content for artists and brands across social and digital platforms, balancing storytelling with technical craft. I’m comfortable leading projects from concept to delivery and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring bold visuals to life.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

3D Artist & Creative Director at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Produced 3D animations and short-form video content for artists and commercial clients across social and digital platforms. Led projects from concept development through final delivery, including modeling, lighting, animation, and rendering. Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining visual consistency. Created animation and visual content for music and fashion clients, including Coach, Virgil Abloh, Nike, and Tyler, the Creator. Created 3D architectural renderings and visualizations for proposed campus and donor-funded projects to support future development initiatives.
3D Animator & Creative Director
January 1, 2016 - Present
Produced 3D animations and short-form video content for artists and commercial clients across social and digital platforms. Led projects from concept development through final delivery, including modeling, lighting, animation, and rendering. Created animation and visual content for music and fashion clients, including Nike, Coachella, Virgil Abloh, and Tyler, the Creator. Tracked engagement metrics to evaluate campaign performance and inform future content strategies. Created 3D architectural renderings and visualizations for proposed campuses and donor-funded initiatives. Assisted the university president with special projects.
Freelance 3D Animator & Creative Director at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Produce 3D animations and short-form video content for artists and commercial clients across social and digital platforms. Lead projects from concept development through final delivery, including modeling, lighting, animation, and rendering. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining visual consistency. Create animation and visual content for music and fashion clients, including Coachella, Virgil Abloh, Nike, Tyler, the Creator, CSU Bakersfield. Produce multimedia content including graphics, short videos, photography, and written copy for university channels. Track and analyze engagement metrics to evaluate campaign performance and inform future content strategies. Create 3D architectural renderings and visualizations for proposed campus and donor-funded projects to support future development initiatives.
Marketing and Media Coordinator
November 1, 2013 - September 1, 2015
Created and managed digital content across social media, web, and email platforms to increase engagement and visibility. Collaborated with internal departments, faculty, and student organizations to align messaging and branding. Assisted in planning and executing marketing campaigns for campus events, announcements, and recruitment efforts. Produced multimedia content including graphics, short videos, photography, and written copy for university channels. Tracked and analyzed engagement metrics to evaluate campaign performance and inform future content strategies. Created 3D architectural renderings and visualizations for proposed campus and donor-funded projects to support future development initiatives.

Education

BA at California State University, Bakersfield
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
High School Diploma at Long Beach Polytechnic High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Marketing at California State University, Bakersfield
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2018
High School Diploma at Long Beach Polytechnic High School
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Marketing at California State University, Bakersfield
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2018
High School Diploma at Long Beach Polytechnic High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education