I create high-impact video content for gaming and entertainment brands, transforming complex products into compelling visual stories. With 6 years of experience and work on major IPs like Elden Ring and Horizon, I specialize in 3D animation, motion graphics, and trailers that perform.

Joe Thornton

I create high-impact video content for gaming and entertainment brands, transforming complex products into compelling visual stories. With 6 years of experience and work on major IPs like Elden Ring and Horizon, I specialize in 3D animation, motion graphics, and trailers that perform.

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I create high-impact video content for gaming and entertainment brands, transforming complex products into compelling visual stories. With 6 years of experience and work on major IPs like Elden Ring and Horizon, I specialize in 3D animation, motion graphics, and trailers that perform.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Multimedia Specialist at Steamforged Games
January 20, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Created high-impact trailers and promotional video content for board game launches, distilling complex gameplay mechanics and thematic elements into engaging 60-90 second narratives. Produced video assets for Kickstarter campaigns and retail releases, collaborating closely with marketing and design teams to communicate game appeal to target audiences.
Motion Graphics Artist at AO.com
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Worked on diverse creative projects from product explainers to social media content. Created engaging visual content using Cinema 4D, After Effects, Photoshop and Premiere Pro to enhance the online presence of a leading UK retailer. Produced 100+ product videos and social media assets and developed reusable animation templates to improve team efficiency.

Education

GCSE at Rivington and Blackrod High School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Sixth Form at Rivington and Blackrod High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
BSc (Hons) Game Design and Development at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
BSc (Hons) Game Design and Development at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
BTEC ICT - D*D* at Rivington and Blackrod Sixth Form
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
GCSE at Rivington and Blackrod High School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Retail, Education, Professional Services