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Hi, I’m Phil Scroggs— a versatile visual communications professional specializing in graphic design, illustration, and motion design. I run Phillustrations in Seattle, delivering freelance design, editorial illustration, and motion work with a playful yet polished style that emphasizes brand cohesion and clear communication. In addition to client work, I teach motion design and After Effects at local schools, mentor students and corporate teams, and help organizations craft engaging visuals. I enjoy collaboration, experimentation, and creating visuals that balance wit with clarity.…Hi, I’m Phil Scroggs— a versatile visual communications professional specializing in graphic design, illustration, and motion design. I run Phillustrations in Seattle, delivering freelance design, editorial illustration, and motion work with a playful yet polished style that emphasizes brand cohesion and clear communication. In addition to client work, I teach motion design and After Effects at local schools, mentor students and corporate teams, and help organizations craft engaging visuals. I enjoy collaboration, experimentation, and creating visuals that balance wit with clarity.

Phil Scroggs

Illustrator, Motion Graphic Designer, Graphic Designer, +4

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Hi, I’m Phil Scroggs— a versatile visual communications professional specializing in graphic design, illustration, and motion design. I run Phillustrations in Seattle, delivering freelance design, editorial illustration, and motion work with a playful yet polished style that emphasizes brand cohesion and clear communication. In addition to client work, I teach motion design and After Effects at local schools, mentor students and corporate teams, and help organizations craft engaging visuals. I enjoy collaboration, experimentation, and creating visuals that balance wit with clarity.…Hi, I’m Phil Scroggs— a versatile visual communications professional specializing in graphic design, illustration, and motion design. I run Phillustrations in Seattle, delivering freelance design, editorial illustration, and motion work with a playful yet polished style that emphasizes brand cohesion and clear communication. In addition to client work, I teach motion design and After Effects at local schools, mentor students and corporate teams, and help organizations craft engaging visuals. I enjoy collaboration, experimentation, and creating visuals that balance wit with clarity.

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Hi, I’m Phil Scroggs— a versatile visual communications professional specializing in graphic design, illustration, and motion design. I run Phillustrations in Seattle, delivering freelance design, editorial illustration, and motion work with a playful yet polished style that emphasizes brand cohesion and clear communication.

In addition to client work, I teach motion design and After Effects at local schools, mentor students and corporate teams, and help organizations craft engaging visuals. I enjoy collaboration, experimentation, and creating visuals that balance wit with clarity.

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Owner at Phillustrations

March 1, 2017 - Present

Freelance designer, illustrator, and animator creating motion design and GIF animations with significant audience reach on Phillustrations' Giphy channel. Responsibilities include 2D illustration for editorial and infographics, brand and style guide development and compliance, as well as social media content creation and management.

Adjunct Instructor, Adobe After Effects / Motion Design at Cornish College of the Arts and School of Visual Concepts

December 31, 2022 - September 3, 2025

Taught After Effects motion design and animation courses for students and corporate clients. Established and managed the Giphy brand channel for both institutions from 2020 to 2022.

National Design Lead at Alliant Employee Benefits

March 1, 2017 - September 3, 2025

Led design initiatives for the national employee benefits division of Alliant Insurance. Created print designs, advertising, sales and marketing campaigns, and member communications. Art directed motion design projects for benefits applications and provided presentation and internal design support for executives.

Multimedia Designer at Premera Blue Cross

May 1, 2013 - September 3, 2025

Visual communications specialist catering to seven nationwide brands. Developed communications targeting members, providers, employers, and brokers. Produced explainer videos, web and social media graphics, internal and external marketing campaigns, advertising, and sponsorship design.

Adjunct Instructor, Adobe After Effects / Motion Design at Cornish College of the Arts

January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020

Taught After Effects motion design and animation for students and corporate clients; Established Giphy brand channel for both schools

Adjunct Instructor, Adobe After Effects / Motion Design at School of Visual Concepts

January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022

Taught After Effects motion design and animation for students and corporate clients; Established Giphy brand channel for both schools

National Design Lead at Alliant Employee Benefits

May 1, 2013 - March 31, 2017

Lead designer for Alliant Insurance’s national EB division • Print design, advertising, sales and marketing campaigns • Member communications • Art Directed motion design projects for benefits app • Presentations and internal design support for C-Suite

Multimedia Designer at Premera Blue Cross

December 1, 2005 - May 31, 2013

Visual communications specialist for seven nationwide brands • Developed communications for member, provider, employer, and broker groups • Created explainer videos for features of membership • Web and social media graphics • Internal and external marketing campaigns • Advertising and sponsorship design