I have over eight years of experience across motion graphics, design, and video editing, with the last four years spent at a specialist branding agency. I primarily work in After Effects, Premiere Pro, InDesign, and have spearheaded a project to integrate AI and 3D into the agency’s workflow. I've worked end-to-end on motion content for social media, campaigns, explainers, and filmed pieces — from storyboarding through to animation, editing, and sound. Much of my day-to-day involves taking complex briefs and turning them into clear, engaging, and useful content, while maintaining brand consistency and managing deadlines and stakeholder feedback.  I work very collaboratively with stakeholders across both studio and account management teams on a wide range of projects. I’ve worked with a range of clients, including Intertek (FTSE 100), RWC and associated brands (a global plumbing brand), and Fujifilm.

Kate Lyford

I have over eight years of experience across motion graphics, design, and video editing, with the last four years spent at a specialist branding agency. I primarily work in After Effects, Premiere Pro, InDesign, and have spearheaded a project to integrate AI and 3D into the agency’s workflow. I've worked end-to-end on motion content for social media, campaigns, explainers, and filmed pieces — from storyboarding through to animation, editing, and sound. Much of my day-to-day involves taking complex briefs and turning them into clear, engaging, and useful content, while maintaining brand consistency and managing deadlines and stakeholder feedback.  I work very collaboratively with stakeholders across both studio and account management teams on a wide range of projects. I’ve worked with a range of clients, including Intertek (FTSE 100), RWC and associated brands (a global plumbing brand), and Fujifilm.

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I have over eight years of experience across motion graphics, design, and video editing, with the last four years spent at a specialist branding agency. I primarily work in After Effects, Premiere Pro, InDesign, and have spearheaded a project to integrate AI and 3D into the agency’s workflow.

I’ve worked end-to-end on motion content for social media, campaigns, explainers, and filmed pieces — from storyboarding through to animation, editing, and sound. Much of my day-to-day involves taking complex briefs and turning them into clear, engaging, and useful content, while maintaining brand consistency and managing deadlines and stakeholder feedback.  I work very collaboratively with stakeholders across both studio and account management teams on a wide range of projects. I’ve worked with a range of clients, including Intertek (FTSE 100), RWC and associated brands (a global plumbing brand), and Fujifilm.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic and Motion Designer at Amberjack Global
October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2021
Graphic and Motion Designer responsible for creating motion-led assets, client-facing content, and brand-aligned visuals. Collaborated with senior leadership, creative directors, and account managers to manage priorities, deadlines and feedback. Led on large-scale video projects and mentored junior designers, while improving video review and approval processes.
Motion Designer at Milestone Creative
September 1, 2021 - November 30, 2025
Created motion-led social content and supported multiple sub-brands with distinct audiences and brand guidelines. Led the shift toward a video-first social strategy, designed interactive content and mini-games, filmed on-site, and collaborated with leadership to maintain quality and pace. Mentored junior designers and contributed to brand asset management and client pitches.
Camera Operator at Hay Festival
May 1, 2015 - May 1, 2015
On-site camera operator for festival events, supporting production needs and capturing footage for promotional and editorial use.

Education

BA (Hons) Visual Effects & Motion Graphics, 2:1 at University of South Wales
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
MA Graphics Communication, Distinction at University of South Wales
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet