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Hi there, I’m Ben Johnston—a Senior Motion Designer specializing in high-impact 2D and 3D motion graphics for agencies, corporate brands, and defense environments. I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals and love adapting to diverse brand guidelines while mentoring teammates to elevate the whole team's workflow. Over 15 years, I’ve led multimedia development, from concept and storyboard to animation, VFX, and final deliverables. I value collaborative problem-solving and continuously sharpen skills across After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and the Adobe Creative Suite to deliver content that moves audiences.…Hi there, I’m Ben Johnston—a Senior Motion Designer specializing in high-impact 2D and 3D motion graphics for agencies, corporate brands, and defense environments. I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals and love adapting to diverse brand guidelines while mentoring teammates to elevate the whole team's workflow. Over 15 years, I’ve led multimedia development, from concept and storyboard to animation, VFX, and final deliverables. I value collaborative problem-solving and continuously sharpen skills across After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and the Adobe Creative Suite to deliver content that moves audiences.

Ben Johnston

Motion Graphic Designer, 3D Animator, Animator, +1

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Hi there, I’m Ben Johnston—a Senior Motion Designer specializing in high-impact 2D and 3D motion graphics for agencies, corporate brands, and defense environments. I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals and love adapting to diverse brand guidelines while mentoring teammates to elevate the whole team's workflow. Over 15 years, I’ve led multimedia development, from concept and storyboard to animation, VFX, and final deliverables. I value collaborative problem-solving and continuously sharpen skills across After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and the Adobe Creative Suite to deliver content that moves audiences.…Hi there, I’m Ben Johnston—a Senior Motion Designer specializing in high-impact 2D and 3D motion graphics for agencies, corporate brands, and defense environments. I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals and love adapting to diverse brand guidelines while mentoring teammates to elevate the whole team's workflow. Over 15 years, I’ve led multimedia development, from concept and storyboard to animation, VFX, and final deliverables. I value collaborative problem-solving and continuously sharpen skills across After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and the Adobe Creative Suite to deliver content that moves audiences.

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Hi there, I’m Ben Johnston—a Senior Motion Designer specializing in high-impact 2D and 3D motion graphics for agencies, corporate brands, and defense environments. I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals and love adapting to diverse brand guidelines while mentoring teammates to elevate the whole team’s workflow.

Over 15 years, I’ve led multimedia development, from concept and storyboard to animation, VFX, and final deliverables. I value collaborative problem-solving and continuously sharpen skills across After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and the Adobe Creative Suite to deliver content that moves audiences.

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Work Experience

Logistics Training Specialist, Senior at Sierra Management & Technologies

November 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025

Produced motion graphics, explainer videos, 2D/3D instructional content, and digital media assets supporting complex training initiatives. Led multimedia development for CBT products, including storyboarding, scripting support, and visual concepting. Maintained organized project structures, file systems, and source hierarchies to support multi-designer workflows. Collaborated cross-functionally with instructional designers and SMEs to align creative motion solutions with training objectives.

Senior Multimedia & Motion Graphics Designer at Lidos Inc.

August 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023

Designed and developed advanced computer-based training material for the Naval Nuclear Academy. Ensured creative output adhered to client brand and technical requirements while maintaining a strong storytelling approach. Partnered with Subject Matter Experts, Instructional Designers, writers, engineers, and training teams to refine creative direction and enhance training material.

Senior Motion Graphics Designer at Lionshare Media Services

April 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022

Delivered broadcast-quality 2D/3D motion graphics, advertising animations, and VFX for a fast-paced agency environment. Conceived and executed creative solutions for multi-channel marketing, including animated slogans, product explainers, and brand-driven campaign content. Established and evolved internal motion language, asset libraries, and animation principles used across the design team. Built long-term client relationships with agencies including Richter, The Idea Studio, and 11:59 Creative.

Animation Generalist / Motion Graphics Designer at Freelance

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2023

Delivered full-service motion graphics, 2D/3D animation, illustration, storyboard, audio editing, and concept development for marketing and explainer video clients. Managed end-to-end project lifecycles across multiple concurrent clients: creative direction, brand alignment, assets, animation, VFX, and delivery. Integrated character rigs, 3D scenes, compositing, and texturing to produce polished commercial content. Built long-term client relationships with agencies including Richter, The Idea Studio, and 11:59 Creative.