I'm an organized, adaptable multimedia content professional with over 6 years of industry experience bringing brands to life. I consistently deliver premium digital assets from initial concepts to final renders, including engaging trailers, social graphics, and motion content for gaming and entertainment sectors. I'm keen to take on new challenges where I can bring my enthusiasm, design eye, and technical expertise to a wider audience. Based in Manchester, I thrive in collaborative teams and in fast-paced environments.

Joe Thornton

I'm an organized, adaptable multimedia content professional with over 6 years of industry experience bringing brands to life. I consistently deliver premium digital assets from initial concepts to final renders, including engaging trailers, social graphics, and motion content for gaming and entertainment sectors. I'm keen to take on new challenges where I can bring my enthusiasm, design eye, and technical expertise to a wider audience. Based in Manchester, I thrive in collaborative teams and in fast-paced environments.

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I’m an organized, adaptable multimedia content professional with over 6 years of industry experience bringing brands to life. I consistently deliver premium digital assets from initial concepts to final renders, including engaging trailers, social graphics, and motion content for gaming and entertainment sectors.
I’m keen to take on new challenges where I can bring my enthusiasm, design eye, and technical expertise to a wider audience. Based in Manchester, I thrive in collaborative teams and in fast-paced environments.

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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.
Multimedia Content Specialist at Steamforged Games
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Created high-quality digital assets including 3D animated trailers, social graphics, and motion content. Managed full production pipeline from concept to final renders, translating ideas into polished assets that drive community engagement and brand awareness. Led marketing design for the Warmachine brand, including animated trailers, motion graphics, photography and videography, and print-ready materials using Adobe InDesign. Produced 25+ graphic assets per week for marketing emails and social media. Developed CGI trailers and teaser content for board game titles, and created a cohesive visual language across Elden Ring, Horizon Forbidden West, and Terra Mystica campaigns using Blender, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Photoshop and InDesign.

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
BSc (Hons) Game Design and Development at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
BTEC (D*D*) at Sixth Form
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

BTEC (D*D*)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

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