Hi, I’m Michael Maragni, a multidisciplinary designer with eight years of experience spanning motion graphics, print design, branding, and visual storytelling. I excel at translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals for mission-driven organizations and fast-paced creative teams. I bring hands-on expertise in the Adobe Creative Suite, multimedia production, and campaign strategy to deliver cohesive brand experiences that resonate across print, digital, and broadcast. I’m passionate about labor rights and equitable healthcare, and I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to develop advocacy campaigns and educational assets. I value accessible design, thoughtful storytelling, and delivering vendor-ready work on tight deadlines.

Michael Maragni

Hi, I’m Michael Maragni, a multidisciplinary designer with eight years of experience spanning motion graphics, print design, branding, and visual storytelling. I excel at translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals for mission-driven organizations and fast-paced creative teams. I bring hands-on expertise in the Adobe Creative Suite, multimedia production, and campaign strategy to deliver cohesive brand experiences that resonate across print, digital, and broadcast. I’m passionate about labor rights and equitable healthcare, and I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to develop advocacy campaigns and educational assets. I value accessible design, thoughtful storytelling, and delivering vendor-ready work on tight deadlines.

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Hi, I’m Michael Maragni, a multidisciplinary designer with eight years of experience spanning motion graphics, print design, branding, and visual storytelling. I excel at translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals for mission-driven organizations and fast-paced creative teams. I bring hands-on expertise in the Adobe Creative Suite, multimedia production, and campaign strategy to deliver cohesive brand experiences that resonate across print, digital, and broadcast.

I’m passionate about labor rights and equitable healthcare, and I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to develop advocacy campaigns and educational assets. I value accessible design, thoughtful storytelling, and delivering vendor-ready work on tight deadlines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Motion Graphics Designer at Brobel Design
June 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Led motion and brand projects for clients including Apple News+, Audible, and Time Magazine. Directed brand-aligned motion campaigns, explainer videos, and interactive graphics for social media and web platforms. Collaborated with strategists and subject-matter experts to translate complex editorial and educational topics into clear, engaging animations. Developed scalable visual systems and templates for ongoing content production. Elevated content performance through intentional storytelling, typography, and animation choices. Created sensitive-to-topic animations for educational materials (e.g., Kids Discover), balancing visual clarity with empathetic design.
Creative Director at Cali Consulting Group
March 1, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Oversaw creative direction and visual identity systems for small businesses and political campaigns. Directed the creation and animation of mission-driven, advocacy-focused content for social media, supporting awareness and voter engagement. Managed content production from concept to execution, ensuring accessibility and inclusion in design.
Motion Graphics Specialist at NFL Films
May 1, 2020 - October 15, 2025
Created animated motion graphics for the Emmy-winning show NFL Top 100. Collaborated with designers and editors to produce broadcast-ready motion design assets.
Designer / Production Assistant at MALKA Media
January 1, 2020 - October 15, 2025
Designed motion assets and online advertisements for clients like Morgan Stanley. Assisted in creating interactive video content for social media campaigns.
Branding & Motion Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2024 - November 21, 2025
Created branding systems, social/digital campaigns, and motion graphics for agencies, nonprofits, and entertainment clients. Produced advocacy animation and educational assets for WeVote, translating civic information into clear, engaging visuals. Designed event and environmental graphics for Fox Upfront, supporting advertiser confidence and annual media-buy commitments. Delivered cohesive brand + motion packages for launches and refreshes across print, social, and broadcast. Managed fast-turnaround projects, prepared vendor-ready files, and collaborated closely with creative directors and strategists.
Senior Motion Graphics Designer at Brobel Design
March 1, 2021 - November 21, 2025
Lead designer on multi-platform campaigns spanning print collateral, social media graphics, environmental/event visuals, and multimedia assets. Created visual systems for policy, education, and advocacy messaging for national organizations. Designed brochures, reports, direct mail, ads, and digital assets from concept through final production. Collaborated with creative directors, copywriters, and strategy teams to ensure alignment across messaging and visual storytelling. Managed multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment and delivered print-ready files with vendor coordination.
Creative Director at Cali Consulting Group
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2021
Oversaw branding, print, and social design for clients across education, nonprofit, and professional services. Led creative concepting and campaign development, ensuring cohesive visual identity and messaging across all deliverables. Managed designers and collaborated directly with clients on strategy and approvals.
Motion Graphics Specialist at NFL Films
May 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020
Designed broadcast and social motion graphics for national sports programming. Worked under tight, broadcast-ready deadlines requiring precision, visual clarity, and strong communication.
Designer / Production Assistant at MALKA Media
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Created digital graphics, social content, presentations, and motion assets for brand and agency partners. Supported fast-turnaround production workflows and large-volume content pipelines.
Graphic Designer at The Artoholiks
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Designed branding, posters, web graphics, merchandise, and community campaign collateral.
Creative Director at Cali Consulting Group
August 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021
Oversaw branding, print, and social design for education, nonprofit, and professional services clients. Led creative concepting and campaign development to ensure cohesive visual identity and messaging across all deliverables. Managed designers and collaborated with clients on strategy and approvals.
Designer / Production Assistant at MALKA Media
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Created digital graphics, social content, presentations, and motion assets for brand and agency partners. Supported fast-turnaround production workflows and large-volume content pipelines.
Graphic Designer at The Artoholiks
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Designed branding, posters, web graphics, merchandise, and community campaign collateral.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Digital Design in Animation at Pratt Institute
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
BFA at Pratt Institute
January 11, 2030 - November 21, 2025
BFA, Digital Design / Animation at Pratt Institute
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other