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_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Benefits from contributions to motion graphics and animation projects, leveraging expertise in After Effects, Cinema 4D. Escape Studios certification in Motion Graphics complements a robust artistic foundation from a Fine Arts degree at Ulster University. Past roles at Whitecoat Productions and Grizzle involved crafting compelling visuals for major brands, including Adidas. Dedicated to elevating storytelling through innovative motion design, with a focus on delivering impactful creative solutions that resonate with audiences.…_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Benefits from contributions to motion graphics and animation projects, leveraging expertise in After Effects, Cinema 4D. Escape Studios certification in Motion Graphics complements a robust artistic foundation from a Fine Arts degree at Ulster University. Past roles at Whitecoat Productions and Grizzle involved crafting compelling visuals for major brands, including Adidas. Dedicated to elevating storytelling through innovative motion design, with a focus on delivering impactful creative solutions that resonate with audiences.

Ciaran McCusker

Motion Graphic Designer, Art Director, Illustrator, +2

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_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Benefits from contributions to motion graphics and animation projects, leveraging expertise in After Effects, Cinema 4D. Escape Studios certification in Motion Graphics complements a robust artistic foundation from a Fine Arts degree at Ulster University. Past roles at Whitecoat Productions and Grizzle involved crafting compelling visuals for major brands, including Adidas. Dedicated to elevating storytelling through innovative motion design, with a focus on delivering impactful creative solutions that resonate with audiences.…_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Benefits from contributions to motion graphics and animation projects, leveraging expertise in After Effects, Cinema 4D. Escape Studios certification in Motion Graphics complements a robust artistic foundation from a Fine Arts degree at Ulster University. Past roles at Whitecoat Productions and Grizzle involved crafting compelling visuals for major brands, including Adidas. Dedicated to elevating storytelling through innovative motion design, with a focus on delivering impactful creative solutions that resonate with audiences.

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Belfast, United Kingdom

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Benefits from contributions to motion graphics and animation projects, leveraging expertise in After Effects, Cinema 4D. Escape Studios certification in Motion Graphics complements a robust artistic foundation from a Fine Arts degree at Ulster University.

Past roles at Whitecoat Productions and Grizzle involved crafting compelling visuals for major brands, including Adidas. Dedicated to elevating storytelling through innovative motion design, with a focus on delivering impactful creative solutions that resonate with audiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

3D Design

Intermediate

Toon Boom Harmony

Intermediate

Toon Boom Storyboard Pro

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director, Motion Graphics & Illustration at Whitecoat Productions

April 1, 2022 - September 22, 2025

Duties include: Art Direction, Motion Graphics and Illustration. Working across various platforms we deal with a multitude of clients in delivery high class assets. Outputs range from social, to print and story led animation.

Animator / Project Manager at Grizzle

June 1, 2018 - September 22, 2025

In a 2 man team, the management of projects and dealing directly with clients were handled by both myself and the director of the company. I worked predominantly in hand drawn animation using Photoshop and TV Paint to create dynamic animations for Adidas.

VFX & Art Department Assistant / On-Set Data Wrangler at Game of Thrones (VFX & Art Dept)

December 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025

Providing general support to other members of the Art & Graphics Department. This included model making, technical drawing, concept art and digital painting. I then worked in VFX as an on set data wrangler, using photography & film we documented the shots and issued daily reports to the team.

Motion Campaign Lead / Creative Lead at Iris Worldwide

April 1, 2022 - Present

Led motion campaigns for global clients including Samsung, Adidas, Hula Hoops, and Wacom. Provided creative direction, managed project pricing, guided a small team, and delivered feedback through quarterly reviews. Also contributed hands-on to design and animation across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.