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TL;DR: World Traveller. Designer and Musician. Almost 2 decades of making things move on screen. The extended version: I’m a multidisciplinary designer focused on motion, with a Bachelor of Design in graphic design from OCAD University. I realize we all have our own intriguing stories, and I have had the pleasure of being a recording engineer and musician. I had a wild career before transitioning to design roughly 20 years ago. Since then, I've owned and operated an international design studio; worked for 3 of Canada's largest media companies; and lived in New York City, Zurich, and Berlin, where I worked for tech startups and boutique branding agencies. These rich experiences have enabled me to bring a unique global perspective to my work. My skills include illustration, typography, branding, and visual interactive UI design.…TL;DR: World Traveller. Designer and Musician. Almost 2 decades of making things move on screen. The extended version: I’m a multidisciplinary designer focused on motion, with a Bachelor of Design in graphic design from OCAD University. I realize we all have our own intriguing stories, and I have had the pleasure of being a recording engineer and musician. I had a wild career before transitioning to design roughly 20 years ago. Since then, I've owned and operated an international design studio; worked for 3 of Canada's largest media companies; and lived in New York City, Zurich, and Berlin, where I worked for tech startups and boutique branding agencies. These rich experiences have enabled me to bring a unique global perspective to my work. My skills include illustration, typography, branding, and visual interactive UI design.

Philip Rae

PRO

Motion Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, Creative Director, +7

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TL;DR: World Traveller. Designer and Musician. Almost 2 decades of making things move on screen. The extended version: I’m a multidisciplinary designer focused on motion, with a Bachelor of Design in graphic design from OCAD University. I realize we all have our own intriguing stories, and I have had the pleasure of being a recording engineer and musician. I had a wild career before transitioning to design roughly 20 years ago. Since then, I've owned and operated an international design studio; worked for 3 of Canada's largest media companies; and lived in New York City, Zurich, and Berlin, where I worked for tech startups and boutique branding agencies. These rich experiences have enabled me to bring a unique global perspective to my work. My skills include illustration, typography, branding, and visual interactive UI design.…TL;DR: World Traveller. Designer and Musician. Almost 2 decades of making things move on screen. The extended version: I’m a multidisciplinary designer focused on motion, with a Bachelor of Design in graphic design from OCAD University. I realize we all have our own intriguing stories, and I have had the pleasure of being a recording engineer and musician. I had a wild career before transitioning to design roughly 20 years ago. Since then, I've owned and operated an international design studio; worked for 3 of Canada's largest media companies; and lived in New York City, Zurich, and Berlin, where I worked for tech startups and boutique branding agencies. These rich experiences have enabled me to bring a unique global perspective to my work. My skills include illustration, typography, branding, and visual interactive UI design.

Available to hire

Toronto, Canada

TL;DR:
World Traveller. Designer and Musician. Almost 2 decades of making things move on screen.

The extended version: I’m a multidisciplinary designer focused on motion, with a Bachelor of Design in graphic design from OCAD University. I realize we all have our own intriguing stories, and I have had the pleasure of being a recording engineer and musician. I had a wild career before transitioning to design roughly 20 years ago. Since then, I’ve owned and operated an international design studio; worked for 3 of Canada’s largest media companies; and lived in New York City, Zurich, and Berlin, where I worked for tech startups and boutique branding agencies. These rich experiences have enabled me to bring a unique global perspective to my work. My skills include illustration, typography, branding, and visual interactive UI design.

Skills

Editorial Illustration

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Editorial Illustration

Expert

Infographic

Expert

Character Design

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Motion Graphic Designer at The Kitchen (Kraft Heinz)

July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025

Designed and developed motion graphics and digital creative assets for national and international brand campaigns across social and digital platforms. Led video production workflows, including storyboarding, animation, editing, sound integration, and final output preparation. Partnered closely with brand marketing, social, and communications teams to ensure all creative work aligned with corporate brand guidelines and campaign objectives. Prepared final design and motion files for distribution across multiple platforms, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and technical compliance. Contributed to increased engagement and improved production efficiency through scalable motion toolkits.

Lead Motion / Graphic Designer at University of Toronto

March 1, 2020 - December 1, 2023

Developed motion graphics, videos, digital assets, and print materials in collaboration with Branding and Marketing Communications teams; partnered with Enterprise and Corporate Communications stakeholders to ensure visual consistency. Designed and animated 70+ visual and motion assets for campaigns that promoted education and awareness on digital channels, resulting in a 6% increase in social engagement. Laid out reports, campaign materials, and donor-facing communications in accordance with institutional brand standards. Supported the re-launch of a major university campaign that exceeded timelines by eight years and contributed to $2B in donations, using motion to enhance clarity, consistency, and emotional impact. Participated in project planning meetings and provided regular creative updates to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Creative Director/Lead Product Designer at Health With O

April 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020

Led branding, UX/UI design, and development of marketing materials for a mobile app launch, ensuring consistency across product, content, and marketing touchpoints, resulting in a 7% increase in brand recognition. Directed and produced 60+ educational video modules, overseeing storyboarding, filming coordination, editing, animation, and post-production delivery. Delivered projects ahead of schedule while maintaining high standards of quality and documentation.

Senior Visual Interactive/Lead Branding Designer at Mimi Hearing Technologies

August 1, 2017 - October 1, 2019

Developed and implemented visual identity systems, motion graphics, and animated UI toolkits for iOS and Android apps. Collaborated with product, marketing, and communications teams to ensure alignment with corporate brand guidelines. Designed and animated assets for trade shows, digital campaigns, and promotional materials. Supported digital marketing, photography direction, and visual asset development across brand touchpoints.

Senior Designer at FS Parker

September 1, 2015 - August 1, 2017

Led creative concept development for digital, presentation, and motion design projects for large-scale corporate clients, including FIFA and Credit Suisse. Directed storyboarding, animation, editing, and sound design for executive presentations and live events. Produced high-end presentation decks (Keynote/PowerPoint) aligned with corporate brand standards. Designed, animated, and sound-edited high-end event motion graphics for FIFA’s Extraordinary Congress 2016, engaging an international audience of 500+ delegates.