Producer of video content across creative industries for over a decade, while leading teams and projects through fast-paced pipelines. Translator of complex ideas into compelling visual narratives. I’ve worked across the creative spectrum of video production; from concept development, writing, design, and animation to final delivery in web, broadcast, theatrical, and social media for over a decade. In the last several years, I’ve taken on senior supervisory roles, guiding teams through complex creative projects while keeping the work, cohesive, visually compelling, accurate to brand standards, and on schedule. I can work independently, however I thrive in settings with creative exchange and teamwork. What sets me apart from other applicants is my strong understanding of the production pipeline, combined with in-depth knowledge of design and animation. I’m skilled at translating technical information into clear, accessible language, making it easier for others—even those who may struggle to articulate their vision—to communicate their needs. I ask plenty of questions throughout the process to ensure I’m creating cohesive, visually engaging videos that align with the desired outcome. Please take a look at my current reel (_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ and let me know if you’d like to discuss any of the included projects. I’d love take part in your creative endeavours. Thank you for your time and consideration — I hope to connect soon.

Sean Africa

Producer of video content across creative industries for over a decade, while leading teams and projects through fast-paced pipelines. Translator of complex ideas into compelling visual narratives. I’ve worked across the creative spectrum of video production; from concept development, writing, design, and animation to final delivery in web, broadcast, theatrical, and social media for over a decade. In the last several years, I’ve taken on senior supervisory roles, guiding teams through complex creative projects while keeping the work, cohesive, visually compelling, accurate to brand standards, and on schedule. I can work independently, however I thrive in settings with creative exchange and teamwork. What sets me apart from other applicants is my strong understanding of the production pipeline, combined with in-depth knowledge of design and animation. I’m skilled at translating technical information into clear, accessible language, making it easier for others—even those who may struggle to articulate their vision—to communicate their needs. I ask plenty of questions throughout the process to ensure I’m creating cohesive, visually engaging videos that align with the desired outcome. Please take a look at my current reel (_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ and let me know if you’d like to discuss any of the included projects. I’d love take part in your creative endeavours. Thank you for your time and consideration — I hope to connect soon.

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Producer of video content across creative industries for over a decade,
while leading teams and projects through fast-paced pipelines.
Translator of complex ideas into compelling visual narratives.

I’ve worked across the creative spectrum of video production; from concept development, writing, design, and animation to final delivery in web, broadcast, theatrical, and social media for over a decade. In the last several years, I’ve taken on senior supervisory roles, guiding teams through complex creative projects while keeping the work, cohesive, visually compelling, accurate to brand standards, and on schedule. I can work independently, however I thrive in settings with creative exchange and teamwork.

What sets me apart from other applicants is my strong understanding of the production pipeline, combined with in-depth knowledge of design and animation. I’m skilled at translating technical information into clear, accessible language, making it easier for others—even those who may struggle to articulate their vision—to communicate their needs. I ask plenty of questions throughout the process to ensure I’m creating cohesive, visually engaging videos that align with the desired outcome.

Please take a look at my current reel (Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup and let me know if you’d like to discuss any of the included projects. I’d love take part in your creative endeavours.

Thank you for your time and consideration — I hope to connect soon.

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Work Experience

Art/Animation Supervisor at Scorpion Internet Marketing (In-House Studio)
October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2025
Led a team of designers and animators, producing over 250 multi-format assets annually; motion graphics for explainers, product showcases, podcasts, training content, and conventions; collaborated with Creative Directors, Editors, and Producers from concept to delivery; built modular Motion Graphics to cut turnaround time for recurring campaigns by ~20%; on-set supervision of VFX for live-action advertisements; edited cut-downs and alternate aspect ratios for social media; animated UX/UI sequences for mobile, tablet, and desktop platforms; coordinated with external vendors and freelancers to ensure timely and accurate work; mentored animators in design principles, typography, and color workflows; led weekly critiques and QC reviews to standardize creative quality; quality control for delivery of web, TV, and social; codecs, color spaces, and aspect ratios.
Lead Motion Graphics Designer at Mobscene Creative (Trailer House, Theatrical Advertising)
June 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Designed motion graphics and visual assets for theatrical and home entertainment; animated marketing campaigns to increase reach and engagement; produced localized trailers and campaigns for NA, Latin America, Europe, and China; built special features for Blu-ray releases including Man of Steel and Mission: Impossible; developed animations for major theatrical campaigns including Pixels, Fantastic Four, The Maze Runner, and Terminator Genisys.
Motion Graphics Designer/Animator at Petrol (Entertainment and Gaming Advertising)
October 1, 2013 - June 1, 2015
Designed and animated videos, graphics, and motion assets for 50+ commercials; crafted advertisements, pitches, presentations, and convention graphics; composited 3D into fully realized VFX shots; created high-impact VFX and 2D/3D motion graphics; delivered hero-logo-builds, quote cards, and end slates for marketing campaigns including Turtle Beach, Thief, Western Digital, and the Call of Duty series; animated large-scale motion posters for billboard advertising; collaborated with art directors and editors to align creative vision; supervised deliveries, ensuring compliance with broadcast standards and delivery specs.
Motion Graphics Designer/Animator at BLT Communications (Agency, Trailers/Theatrical)
November 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013
Developed motion graphics for 30+ theatrical marketing campaigns; produced credit sequences for theatrical; created pre-viz animatics, VFX, logo builds, 2D/3D animations and trailer pitches for films including World War Z, The Hangover Part 3, The Lego Movie, Interstellar; animated static key art into dynamic motion posters featured in large-scale outdoor displays, namely Westfield malls; collaborated closely with art directors, editors, and finishers to ensure alignment between concepts and final deliverables.

Education

BA at California State University, Northridge
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Other