I bring over 30 years of experience as a creative director CGI artist, illustrator, and art director, including building and leading an award-winning creative agency in New York specialising in real estate marketing, architectural visualisation, branding, and graphic design. Throughout my career, I have worked hands-on across illustration, CGI and 3D, animation, film concept development and direction, and high-level creative ideation, while also overseeing teams and production from concept through delivery. What I value most in my work is collaboration — building strong relationships across departments, contributing thoughtfully within teams, and delivering creative solutions that serve both the brand and the business. I’m equally comfortable working independently or as part of a wider creative team, on-site or remotely. In recent years, I took time away from full-time work to reset, rest and re-focus I’m now keen to re-engage with a company where experience, perspective, and reliability are valued, and where I can make a meaningful contribution from day one. At this stage in my career, finding the right company and culture is more important to me than title or compensation. I offer senior-level experience, a practical hands-on approach, and strong creative judgement — with flexibility and a genuine commitment to delivering ground-breaking work.

Daniel Southgate

I bring over 30 years of experience as a creative director CGI artist, illustrator, and art director, including building and leading an award-winning creative agency in New York specialising in real estate marketing, architectural visualisation, branding, and graphic design. Throughout my career, I have worked hands-on across illustration, CGI and 3D, animation, film concept development and direction, and high-level creative ideation, while also overseeing teams and production from concept through delivery. What I value most in my work is collaboration — building strong relationships across departments, contributing thoughtfully within teams, and delivering creative solutions that serve both the brand and the business. I’m equally comfortable working independently or as part of a wider creative team, on-site or remotely. In recent years, I took time away from full-time work to reset, rest and re-focus I’m now keen to re-engage with a company where experience, perspective, and reliability are valued, and where I can make a meaningful contribution from day one. At this stage in my career, finding the right company and culture is more important to me than title or compensation. I offer senior-level experience, a practical hands-on approach, and strong creative judgement — with flexibility and a genuine commitment to delivering ground-breaking work.

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I bring over 30 years of experience as a creative director CGI artist, illustrator, and art director, including building and leading an award-winning creative agency in New York specialising in real estate marketing, architectural visualisation, branding, and graphic design. Throughout my career, I have worked hands-on across illustration, CGI and 3D, animation, film concept development and direction, and high-level creative ideation, while also overseeing teams and production from concept through delivery.

What I value most in my work is collaboration — building strong relationships across departments, contributing thoughtfully within teams, and delivering creative solutions that serve both the brand and the business. I’m equally comfortable working independently or as part of a wider creative team, on-site or remotely.

In recent years, I took time away from full-time work to reset, rest and re-focus I’m now keen to re-engage with a company where experience, perspective, and reliability are valued, and where I can make a meaningful contribution from day one.

At this stage in my career, finding the right company and culture is more important to me than title or compensation. I offer senior-level experience, a practical hands-on approach, and strong creative judgement — with flexibility and a genuine commitment to delivering ground-breaking work.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder/Head of Design at Brand Magic
January 1, 2010 - Present
Oversee all aspects of design and branding for various clients. Responsible for creating strategic visual communication and brand identity.
Architectural Visualisation Artist at OMP Architects
January 1, 2010 - October 12, 2025
Worked on architectural visualisation projects, creating 3D models and rendering for client presentations.
Senior Visualisation Artist at Evolution Ventures
January 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Managed and produced high-quality visualisation graphics for real estate development projects.
Visualisation Studio Artist at Miller Hare
January 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
Provided detailed visualisation services and support for architectural and product design.
Partner/Creative Director at Seventh Art Group
January 1, 2022 - Present
Partnership role focused on creative direction and brand identity projects.
Senior Visualisation Artist at Allies Ltd.
September 1, 1994 - December 1, 1997
Created detailed architectural visualizations for international clients.
Senior Visualisation Artist at Evolution Ventures
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Led a team of visualisation artists to produced photorealistic renderings for various projects. Emphasis on teamwork and communication allowed us to exceed client expectations on multiple occasions.
Senior Visualisation Artist at Miller Hare
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Developed visual content for architectural firms, enhancing their project presentations through meticulous visualisation techniques.
Visual Design Studio Artist at GMI
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
Worked on various branding and graphic design projects, managing timelines and quality outputs to ensure client satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Senior College Ballyfermot
September 1, 1985 - May 1, 1991
Higher Diploma at Newbridge College
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025

Qualifications

Degree in Visual Communication
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1993

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Retail
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