Art Director and Motion Designer passionate about illustration, artistic creation, and graphic design. A graduate of the European School of Visual Arts in Poitiers (É.E.S.I.) and the Higher School of Art of Lorraine (É.S.A.L.), I received comprehensive training in narrative imagery and visual communication. These studies allowed me to develop strong expertise in creating innovative and impactful visual content. My professional journey has led me to work as a graphic designer and 2D animator for various publishing houses and communication agencies. These experiences have enabled me to master digital design, animation, and post-production software, as well as to develop a strong ability to adapt to the specific needs of each project. As a freelancer for over 12 years, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous companies, communication agencies, audiovisual production studios, associations, and independent professionals. This diversity of projects has strengthened both my creativity and professionalism, allowing me to meet a wide range of client expectations (visual identity, graphic design, motion design, 2D/3D animation, etc.). As a motion design instructor, I also teach 2D/3D animation, video design, and post-production techniques in higher education institutions and training centers. For example, I taught motion design for seven years at the Brassart School in Caen. I have also contributed to the production of several large-format television documentaries (for France Télévisions and Arte TV) in partnership with production companies. These projects have helped me develop a refined artistic and technical vision, as well as strong teamwork skills on large-scale productions. You can also discover part of my work on my personal website: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Gwendal Le Naour

Art Director and Motion Designer passionate about illustration, artistic creation, and graphic design. A graduate of the European School of Visual Arts in Poitiers (É.E.S.I.) and the Higher School of Art of Lorraine (É.S.A.L.), I received comprehensive training in narrative imagery and visual communication. These studies allowed me to develop strong expertise in creating innovative and impactful visual content. My professional journey has led me to work as a graphic designer and 2D animator for various publishing houses and communication agencies. These experiences have enabled me to master digital design, animation, and post-production software, as well as to develop a strong ability to adapt to the specific needs of each project. As a freelancer for over 12 years, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous companies, communication agencies, audiovisual production studios, associations, and independent professionals. This diversity of projects has strengthened both my creativity and professionalism, allowing me to meet a wide range of client expectations (visual identity, graphic design, motion design, 2D/3D animation, etc.). As a motion design instructor, I also teach 2D/3D animation, video design, and post-production techniques in higher education institutions and training centers. For example, I taught motion design for seven years at the Brassart School in Caen. I have also contributed to the production of several large-format television documentaries (for France Télévisions and Arte TV) in partnership with production companies. These projects have helped me develop a refined artistic and technical vision, as well as strong teamwork skills on large-scale productions. You can also discover part of my work on my personal website: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Art Director and Motion Designer passionate about illustration, artistic creation, and graphic design. A graduate of the European School of Visual Arts in Poitiers (É.E.S.I.) and the Higher School of Art of Lorraine (É.S.A.L.), I received comprehensive training in narrative imagery and visual communication. These studies allowed me to develop strong expertise in creating innovative and impactful visual content.

My professional journey has led me to work as a graphic designer and 2D animator for various publishing houses and communication agencies. These experiences have enabled me to master digital design, animation, and post-production software, as well as to develop a strong ability to adapt to the specific needs of each project.

As a freelancer for over 12 years, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous companies, communication agencies, audiovisual production studios, associations, and independent professionals. This diversity of projects has strengthened both my creativity and professionalism, allowing me to meet a wide range of client expectations (visual identity, graphic design, motion design, 2D/3D animation, etc.).

As a motion design instructor, I also teach 2D/3D animation, video design, and post-production techniques in higher education institutions and training centers. For example, I taught motion design for seven years at the Brassart School in Caen.

I have also contributed to the production of several large-format television documentaries (for France Télévisions and Arte TV) in partnership with production companies. These projects have helped me develop a refined artistic and technical vision, as well as strong teamwork skills on large-scale productions.

You can also discover part of my work on my personal website: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Editions Robert Laffont
June 1, 2008 - August 1, 2008
Graphic design / Manuscript layout
Graphic Designer at Les Editions Singulières
July 1, 2009 - September 1, 2009
Graphic design / Manuscript layout
Motion designer / 2D animator at Media Factory
September 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Creation of dynamic advertising spots with after effects
Motion designer / 2D animator at AD France TV
December 1, 2010 - December 1, 2012
Creation of dynamic advertising spots with after effects
Art director / Motion designer freelance at Freelance
December 1, 2012 - Present
Art direction / Graphic design / Visual identity / Motion design...
After Effects / Motion design trainer at Brassart School (school of graphic design, 2D/3D animation and video games)
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2022
Introduction and improvement of 2D/3D animation techniques, video design and post-production.
Freelance After Effects / Motion design trainer at EVUP Solutions ( digital vocational training center)
May 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Introduction and improvement of 2D/3D animation techniques, video design and post-production.
After Effects / Motion design trainer at La Coding School (digital vocational training center) - Freelance
October 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Introduction and improvement of 2D/3D animation techniques, video design and post-production.
Film director / Art director / Motion designer at X-Ray Production - Freelance
February 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
Production of the music video "Sold out to the Devil" by the artist SoomT
Motion designer / 2D-3D animator at France TV / La Compagnie des Taxi-Brousse (audiovisual production company) - Paris
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Motion designer on the documentary "The mysteries of the Bayeux Tapestry" directed by Alexis de Favitski.
Motion designer / 2D-3D animator at France TV / Galaxie Group (audiovisual production company) - Paris
December 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Motion designer on the documentary "The Etruscans, a mysterious civilization of the Mediterranean" directed by Alexis de Favitski.
Motion designer / 2D-3D animator at France 5 / Arte TV / ZED Production (audiovisual production company) - Paris
July 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Motion designer on the documentary "Eiffel, the war of the towers" directed by Mathieu Schwartz and Savin Yeatman-Eiffel.
Motion designer / 2D-3D animator at France 5 / Arte TV / ZED Production (audiovisual production company) - Paris
January 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Motion designer on the documentary "The true face of the Vikings" directed by Alexis de Favitski.
Motion designer / 2D-3D animator at France TV / Eclectic Production
July 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Motion designer on the documentary "The riddle of the swamp mummy" directed by Alexis de Favitski.

Education

College certificate at René Lemière College
September 1, 1999 - May 1, 2000
Literary baccalaureate at Malherbe high school
September 1, 2000 - May 1, 2004
Upgrade in Applied Arts at Joan of Arc High School
September 1, 2004 - May 1, 2005
National Diploma in Plastic Arts at European Higher School of Image
May 1, 2005 - May 1, 2006
National Diploma of Arts and Techniques at Lorraine School of Art
September 1, 2006 - May 1, 2009
Certificate of Studies in Plastic Arts at Lorraine School of Art
September 1, 2007 - May 1, 2008
Cinema 4D professional training Certificate at Video Design Formation - Paris
June 1, 2013 - June 30, 2013

Qualifications

Honorable Mention for Animation & Effects - TAC Festival 2022
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Distinction delivered by The Archaeology Channel International Film Festival 2022 for the animations produced for the documentary "The Mysteries of the Bayeux Tapestry", directed by Alexis de Favitski and broadcast on FranceTV.
Selection at the Chaumont International Poster Festival
April 1, 2007 - April 1, 2007
Selection for the Chaumont International Poster Competition on the theme of global warming.

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Other