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I am an animator, video editor and illustrator with a flair for bringing ideas to life through dynamic motion, storytelling, and character-driven design.
I work across animation, video editing and illustration, combining technical precision with creative instinct. I stay calm under pressure, quick to learn, and adaptable to any brief, with a reputation for following brand guidelines, taking feedback well, and delivering polished results. Outside of work, I stay inspired by exploring emerging tech, gaming, and creative trends.
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Work Experience
Freelance 2D Animator at Baker Media, BBC Bitesize Project
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015Creating a series of E-Learning animations for Web-based/App-based platform. Allocating tasks and choosing which animators would be suitable for which task based on their work. Designed and animated the main character for the cartoon pilot episode. Created scene templates. Editing Storyboards. Post-production - Editing and compiling of the episode.
2D Animator & Pilot Episode Team Leader - Internship at Eurocle Ltd
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016I helped on some live briefs using After Effects - DUIK and Illustrator.
2D Animator - Internship at Kim Emson Animates
February 1, 2017 - February 1, 2017Using pre-set assets from Pixity Land for After Effects. Cleaning up and editing audio using Adobe Audition. Creating new assets using Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator. Editing promotional material using Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Using Maya for some 3D tasks and using textures to give some assets a 2D look. Working on a project directly for Microsoft for which was creating instructional videos for their STEM – Sensorized glove and robotic hand.
2D Motion Graphic Artist at USP Training & Software/ eMathsMaster
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017Creating and delivering engaging videos, using a combination of animation, filmed footage & stock footage with music. Following brand guidelines to create digital content, assets, and templates for multiple brands. Rigging 2D characters. Creating Storyboards from scripts and building assets for animation projects. Editing videos filmed both for internal and external clients. Editing and fxing bad audio and sound mixing. Colour correcting/ grading raw camera footage. Working on multiple projects simultaneously. Working with other workstreams. Creating content for social media. Preparing digital content. Liaising with clients.
Motion Graphic Designer at KPMG UK
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020Worked on a range of short projects incorporating Motion Graphics, Animation, Visual Efects & Post-production.
Freelance 2D Animator/ Motion Graphic Designer at Tardeo Ajodha
November 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020Created an instructional training video for a helmet and camera. Following scripts, storyboards, and brand guidelines to create a series of videos with content provided by the client. Post-production & Sound mixing.
Freelance Animator at RINA - Digital Media Solutions
January 31, 2021 - January 31, 20212D Character Animation & Rigging in After Effects. Illustration - Characters, Childrens Storybooks, and assets for Animated content. 3D Animation support for Ted's own Cheeky Monsters brand using Cinema 4D. Show visuals for WB Justice Rises at Parque Warner Halloween. Show visuals for Spelltactular at Chessington World of Adventures. Video editing, post-production. Creating animations, motion graphics and other visual content for a range of experiences for clients such as Parques Warner, Merlin, Marella, Haven, Azamara, Tui and Others.
Digital Media Designer at RWS Global
November 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Work Experience https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewisjacobs89 https://vimeo.com/lewisjacobs https://www.facebook.com/lljacobs @LLBlackJ Portfolio Website. Video editing, animation, illustration and other digital media design tasks for clients and internal projects.
Freelance 2D Animator at Baker Media (BBC Bitesize Project)
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015Created a series of E-Learning animations for Web-based/App-based platform; allocated tasks and selected suitable animators; designed and animated the main character; created scene templates; edited storyboards; post-production and compilation of the episode; produced a range of web-based educational content for a start-up.
2D Animator & Pilot Episode Team Leader (Intern) at Eurocle Ltd
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016Helped on live briefs using After Effects, DUIK and Illustrator; led the pilot episode team; collaborated on project planning and execution.
2D Animator (Intern) at Kim Emson Animates
February 1, 2017 - February 1, 2017Used preset assets from Pixity Land for After Effects; cleaned up and edited audio with Adobe Audition; created assets using Photoshop & Illustrator; edited promotional material; used Maya for some 3D tasks.
2D Motion Graphic Artist at USP Training & Software / eMathsMaster
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017Created and delivered engaging videos using a mix of animation, filmed footage and stock footage; followed brand guidelines; created digital content, assets and templates; rigged 2D characters; created storyboards; built assets for animation projects; edited and mixed audio; color corrected/graded footage; managed multiple projects simultaneously; liaised with clients.
Freelance Animator at RINA - Digital Media Solutions
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 20212D Character Animation & Rigging in After Effects; illustration for children's storybooks; 3D support in Maya; show visuals for brands and promotional material; video editing and post-production.
Freelance 2D Animator - Baker Media, BBC Bitesize Project at Baker Media
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015Created a series of E-Learning animations for Web-based/App-based platform. Allocated tasks and choosing which animators would be suitable for which task based on their work. Designed and animated the main character for the cartoon pilot episode. Created scene templates. Editing Storyboards. Post-production - Editing and compiling of the episode. Produced a range of web-based educational content for a start-up company.
2D Animator at Baker Media, BBC Bitesize Project
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015Produced a series of e-learning animations for web/apps, allocating tasks and selecting suitable animators. Designed and animated the main character for the pilot, created scene templates, and edited storyboards in post-production.
2D Animator & Pilot Episode Team Leader at Eurocle Ltd
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016Led the pilot episode team, contributed to live briefs using After Effects (DUIK) and Illustrator, and supported asset creation and storyboarding for animation projects.
2D Animator at Kim Emson Animates
February 1, 2017 - February 1, 2017Used pre-set assets from Pixity Land for After Effects; cleaned up and edited audio with Adobe Audition; created new assets using Photoshop & Illustrator. Edited promotional material using Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Used Maya for some 3D tasks and prepared assets with 2D look textures; worked on a Microsoft STEM instructional video project.
Freelance 2D Animator at Tardeo Ajodha
November 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020Created an instructional training video for a helmet and camera. Followed scripts, storyboards, and brand guidelines to create a series of videos with content provided by the client. Post-production & sound mixing.
Freelance Motion Graphics Designer at Splash Music Productions
November 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Liaised directly with the client to refine creative direction, proposed edits, and delivery timelines. Produced a promotional social media video for the album Music. Magic. Ironic. Developed a platform-specific Spotify Canvas Loop to maximise audience engagement. Delivered outputs to required technical specifications for social media and Spotify canvas.
Digital Media Designer at RWS Global
February 1, 2021 - November 1, 2025Delivered full-pipeline creative output across animation, motion graphics, illustration, logo design, storyboarding, video editing, digital assets, and print-ready artwork. Designed digital and print-ready logos for live entertainment, including production shows and game shows. Produced installation designs, storyboards, and illustrated children’s books for print and digital; adapted these into animated storybook content for YouTube and client websites. Developed digital visualisations of interior and exterior spaces to communicate final concepts and design intent. Created immersive visual content for holiday resorts, kids’ clubs, cruise ships, and themed attractions. Liaised with creative directors and clients from project kickoff, identifying challenges and proposing effective solutions. Collaborated with major travel and entertainment companies including Merlin Entertainments, Six Flags, TUI, Parque Warner, Marella Cruises, Haven Holidays, Roompot, and Azamara. Actively gathered
Freelance Animator at RINA – Digital Media Solutions
November 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021Produced instructional training content for a helmetcamera product using Maya and After Effects, working from scripts and storyboards to deliver clear, on-brand visuals. Managed full postproduction, including editing and sound mixing.
Freelance 2D Animator / Motion Designer at Tardeo Ajodha Studio
October 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020Delivered shortform motion graphics, animation, VFX and postproduction across varied projects. Adapted supplied assets and created bespoke visuals to suit each project’s narrative and style. Flagged potential challenges early to support efficient workflows. Resolved creative and technical issues through proactive problem-solving. Produced social-optimised deliverables in both MP4 and GIF formats.
Motion Graphic Designer at KPMG UK
November 1, 2017 - September 1, 2020Met with project managers and clients to interpret and execute briefs with clarity and accuracy. Produced storyboards, motion graphics, explainer videos, talking-head and social content, brand templates, digital assets, and high-quality video, animation and podcast content for clients ranging from internal teams to global brands. Transformed mobile footage into polished social content, applying colour correction, grading, audio repair, sound mixing and captioning. Designed recurring video templates, including KPMG’s Brexit podcast series. Delivered projects from concept to final output, managing multiple work streams with strong organisation and oversight. Created branded digital assets and templates for clients including HSBC, the MoD and Toyota. Completed Media City UK training in Adobe Premiere Pro, covering colour workflows, grading, proxy pipelines, and file management. Ensured strict adherence to brand guidelines across all deliverables. Partnered with marketing teams to produc
2D Motion Graphic Artist at USP Training & Software
March 1, 2017 - June 1, 2017Produced maths and physics elearning content for children using animated characters and motion graphics. Interpreted scripts and lesson guides to create engaging learning materials. Developed animations in After Effects using Pixity Land assets. Designed custom visual assets in Photoshop and Illustrator. Edited promotional content across multiple formats. Supported instructional videos for Microsoft STEM innovations, contributing to filming, Maya animation, and full postproduction.
2D Animator & Pilot Episode Team Leader at Eurocle Ltd
July 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Created web-based educational content and elearning animations. Served as team lead on a cartoon pilot episode, coordinating creative development. Designed and animated the main character for the pilot. Allocated tasks and matched animators to projects based on strengths and workload. Created scene templates and refined storyboards to support efficient production. Oversaw postproduction and edited the final deliverable.
Education
BTEC Diploma - Foundation Studies (Art & Design) at Huntingdonshire Regional College
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2007BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation (Incomplete) at Anglia Ruskin University
September 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009Design with Foundation Year Class II Division II (2:2) at Stafordshire University
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012BA (Hons) Animation First-Class Honours (1st) at Stafordshire University
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015BTEC Diploma - Foundation Studies (Art & Design) at Huntingdonshire Regional College
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2007BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation (Incomplete) at Anglia Ruskin University
September 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009Foundation Year in Design (Class II Division II) at Staffordshire University
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012BA (Hons) Animation at Staffordshire University
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015BTEC Diploma - Foundation Studies (Art & Design) at Huntingdonshire Regional College
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2007BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation (Incomplete) at Anglia Ruskin University
September 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009Design with Foundation Year Class II Division II (2:2) at Staffordshire University
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012BA (Hons) Animation First-Class Honours (1st) at Staffordshire University
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015BTEC Diploma - Foundation Studies (Art & Design) at Huntingdonshire Regional College
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2007BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation (Incomplete) at Anglia Ruskin University
September 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009Foundation Year in Design with Foundation Year at Staffordshire University
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012BA (Hons) Animation at Staffordshire University
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015BA (Hons) Animation at Staffordshire University
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026BTEC Diploma – Foundation Studies at Huntingdon Regional College
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026Qualifications
AQA Art & Design (Photography) – C
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Media Techniques Level 2 – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Context of Media Level 2 – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Communication) – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Application of Number) – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025AQA Art & Design (Photography)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Media Techniques Level 2
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Context of Media Level 2
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Communication)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Application of Number)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025AQA Art & Design (Photography) – C
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Media Techniques Level 2 – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Context of Media Level 2 – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Communication) – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Application of Number) – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025AQA Art & Design (Photography) – C
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025C&G Media Techniques Level 2 – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025C&G Context of Media Level 2 – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Communication) – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025C&G Level 2 Key Skills (Application of Number) – Pass
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025Cinema 4D training
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other, Travel & Hospitality
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