I'm a highly creative 2D/3D animator and designer with over 11 years of professional industry experience. Based in Aberdeen, I've delivered motion graphics, 3D visuals and brand design for high-profile clients across oil & gas, technology and live events, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals. I'm an excellent communicator who can juggle multiple projects and tight deadlines. I thrive in collaborative teams and enjoy pushing my skills across 2D/3D animation, text-based motion, and post-production with tools like Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Cinema 4D and Redshift.

Rachael Taylor

I'm a highly creative 2D/3D animator and designer with over 11 years of professional industry experience. Based in Aberdeen, I've delivered motion graphics, 3D visuals and brand design for high-profile clients across oil & gas, technology and live events, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals. I'm an excellent communicator who can juggle multiple projects and tight deadlines. I thrive in collaborative teams and enjoy pushing my skills across 2D/3D animation, text-based motion, and post-production with tools like Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Cinema 4D and Redshift.

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I’m a highly creative 2D/3D animator and designer with over 11 years of professional industry experience. Based in Aberdeen, I’ve delivered motion graphics, 3D visuals and brand design for high-profile clients across oil & gas, technology and live events, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals.

I’m an excellent communicator who can juggle multiple projects and tight deadlines. I thrive in collaborative teams and enjoy pushing my skills across 2D/3D animation, text-based motion, and post-production with tools like Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Cinema 4D and Redshift.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Motion Graphics Designer at AVC Immedia
September 30, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Delivered D-projects for Halliburton, Expro, AAB, NetZero, and North East Food & Drink Awards; produced multiple character animations for Dana Petroleum & ChampionX including office inductions and finance videos; created dynamic text-based animations for AAB and Acumen; overlaid 2D graphics onto edits with the video team; re-textured previous 3D projects in Redshift; developed interactive projects for high-profile clients.
2D/3D Animator & Designer at The Fresh Group
October 31, 2022 - September 10, 2025
Worked within a live, virtual and hybrid events environment, focusing on 2D animation and video editing; refreshed Premiere Pro and music editing skills; assisted the exhibition team with 3D visuals; produced animations and films for clients such as Samsung, Currys, Visa, Bentley and JLG.
3D Visualiser & Designer at Leading Edge Design
August 31, 2020 - September 10, 2025
In-house 3D visualiser/designer for an events/exhibitions agency. Delivered architectural artwork, branding and exhibition design; learned to draw up architectural floor plans to scale and produced screen/print artwork aligned with client brand identities.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Rachael Taylor Graphics
January 1, 2015 - Present
Created logos, band merchandise, posters, flyers, banners and T-shirt designs for screen/print; animated various 2D & 3D pieces for companies and charities; sold caricatures and digital drawings; volunteered to design promotional material and videos for local community events.
Rachael's Pet Portraits Owner/Artist at Rachael's Pet Portraits
January 1, 2020 - Present
Launched during COVID-19, producing bespoke digital pet portraits in Disney/cartoon styles. Sold portraits freelance and donated to animal charities. Transformed photographs into Disney-like characters using Photoshop painting techniques on a Wacom tablet.
Showroom Host at Peter Vardy Porsche
November 1, 2017 - September 10, 2025
2-week temporary cover in a showroom environment.
3D/2D Motion Graphic Designer at Kinesomania
June 1, 2017 - September 10, 2025
Involved in creating 2D & 3D animations for diverse clients during a 3-month temporary assignment.
Leisure Attendant at Bettridge Centre
February 28, 2017 - September 10, 2025
Front-of-house/ket tasks in leisure facility; supported operations and customer service.
3D Motion Graphics Designer at AVC Media Enterprises Ltd
November 30, 2015 - September 10, 2025
Delivered high-quality 3D/2D motion graphics across oil & gas, sport and energy sectors; collaborated with teams to produce award-winning 3D animation and video content for global clients including FIFA, Safway, Oceaneering, Transocean and GE.

Education

HNC 3D Computer Animation at Aberdeen College
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
HND Visual Communication at Aberdeen College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Art & Design Level 6 at Aberdeen College
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Secondary Education at Portlethen Academy
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Professional Services