Hey there—I'm Eli Helms, a motion designer and video editor based in Concord, NC. I've built a career producing high-volume, multi-platform content for fast-turnaround campaigns across gaming, real estate, technology, and more. I thrive in collaborative studio settings, take direction with ease, and enjoy translating brand needs into fresh motion that boosts engagement. This portfolio showcases my proficiency in motion graphics, video editing, and design—from social ads to longer-form narratives. I love staying ahead of trends, adapting to changing campaign goals, and bringing creative ideas to the table while ensuring deliverables are polished, on-brand, and delivered fast. I'm seeking a creative role in motion design and video production across social and digital platforms.

Eli Helms

Hey there—I'm Eli Helms, a motion designer and video editor based in Concord, NC. I've built a career producing high-volume, multi-platform content for fast-turnaround campaigns across gaming, real estate, technology, and more. I thrive in collaborative studio settings, take direction with ease, and enjoy translating brand needs into fresh motion that boosts engagement. This portfolio showcases my proficiency in motion graphics, video editing, and design—from social ads to longer-form narratives. I love staying ahead of trends, adapting to changing campaign goals, and bringing creative ideas to the table while ensuring deliverables are polished, on-brand, and delivered fast. I'm seeking a creative role in motion design and video production across social and digital platforms.

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Hey there—I’m Eli Helms, a motion designer and video editor based in Concord, NC. I’ve built a career producing high-volume, multi-platform content for fast-turnaround campaigns across gaming, real estate, technology, and more. I thrive in collaborative studio settings, take direction with ease, and enjoy translating brand needs into fresh motion that boosts engagement.

This portfolio showcases my proficiency in motion graphics, video editing, and design—from social ads to longer-form narratives. I love staying ahead of trends, adapting to changing campaign goals, and bringing creative ideas to the table while ensuring deliverables are polished, on-brand, and delivered fast. I’m seeking a creative role in motion design and video production across social and digital platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Motion Designer at Reach Creative
April 1, 2021 - September 1, 2025
Led as lead motion designer, producing high-volume video and animation content for a diverse client roster in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Collaborated with designers, developers, and project managers to deliver multi-channel campaigns, while also supporting broader creative needs across design, web, and production.
Freelance Video Editor at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Produced interactive web animations using Lottie; designed and animated visuals for Vicarious’ debut album Esoteria (album artwork, social teaser reels, canvases, and lyric/visualizer videos); produced a short documentary for the Asheville Art Museum; led motion graphics, social animation, and media editing for Rivers Casino Des Plaines on a four-year retainer; contributed to business development by animating interactive prototypes and creating mobile UI interactions and branded motion motifs.
Freelance Video Editor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2018 - Present
Produced interactive web animations for the Heco portfolio site; designed and animated visuals for Vicarious’ Esoteria album campaign; created a four-year retainer for Rivers Casino Des Plaines, delivering motion graphics, social animation, and media editing across 6,500+ deliverables; supported business development by prototyping mobile UI interactions to communicate concepts and win clients; launched custom Shopify stores for NHRL and Lazarus 3D.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, New Media at University of North Carolina Asheville
January 1, 2016 - May 1, 2020
Bachelor’s Degree at University of North Carolina Asheville
January 1, 2016 - May 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Gaming, Real Estate & Construction