Hi there! I’m Luis Barros, a multidisciplinary creative with over a decade of international experience bridging brand strategy and high-end visual storytelling. I’ve led end-to-end production pipelines—from concept and set supervision to motion graphics and post-production—delivering clean, compelling design for ads, broadcasts, and campaigns. I work as a strategic partner to executives, translating complex technical requirements into accessible visuals and stories. I thrive collaborating with diverse teams and agencies, continually exploring new tools and techniques to keep projects fresh and impactful.

Luis Barros

Hi there! I’m Luis Barros, a multidisciplinary creative with over a decade of international experience bridging brand strategy and high-end visual storytelling. I’ve led end-to-end production pipelines—from concept and set supervision to motion graphics and post-production—delivering clean, compelling design for ads, broadcasts, and campaigns. I work as a strategic partner to executives, translating complex technical requirements into accessible visuals and stories. I thrive collaborating with diverse teams and agencies, continually exploring new tools and techniques to keep projects fresh and impactful.

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Hi there! I’m Luis Barros, a multidisciplinary creative with over a decade of international experience bridging brand strategy and high-end visual storytelling. I’ve led end-to-end production pipelines—from concept and set supervision to motion graphics and post-production—delivering clean, compelling design for ads, broadcasts, and campaigns.

I work as a strategic partner to executives, translating complex technical requirements into accessible visuals and stories. I thrive collaborating with diverse teams and agencies, continually exploring new tools and techniques to keep projects fresh and impactful.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Designer, Animator, Generalist at Freelance
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Strategy sessions with clients to develop concepts and ideas for diverse projects. Concept and look development. Working with different agencies to achieve the best possible results for ads and campaigns. Brands included Nike, Cirque du Soleil and Lay's.
Motion Designer, Animator, Generalist at CT V Agency
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Developed end-to-end visual identities for major Canadian television shows and national music awards; bridged creative concepting and hands-on execution; set supervision and post-production workflows.
Lead Designer, Animator, Generalist at Curiosity Agency
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Temporary lead and consultant for design and animation projects. Managed teams of 5–8, defined workflows, researched resources for filming and post production, and developed visual concepts for ads and social videos. Produced an animation for the Mexican government.
Multidisciplinary Motion Designer at Sky Deutschland
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
CG-focused motion design, 2D animation, broadcast graphics, advertising, concept design, look development and cross-discipline collaboration. Created openings for Sky Documentaries and Sky Sports talkshow; produced Wimbledon promos; mentored juniors and managed collaborations; ensured milestones and deliverables.
Motion Designer / Creative / AI Artist at ServicePlan
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Creative Lead managing global production for brands such as Lufthansa, Kaefer, AIDA and Rossmann. Led development and animation for marketing films (e.g., 'Übercreativity'), pitched and won Lufthansa as a client, and integrated AI tools into projects; created character assets and led internal projects.

Education

Digital Design Program at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Graphic Design/ Visual Communication – Bachelor at Universidad Iberoamericana
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Graphic Design and Web Design Program at Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality