I’m an award-winning motion graphic designer and animator with 25 years in the broadcast industry. I started in traditional art as a cartoonist and later earned a degree in film and television production. I’ve written and produced Emmy-winning animated spots for education and promotional campaigns, and I thrive on turning complex ideas into engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through graphics, animation, and production, and I enjoy collaborating across teams to deliver compelling broadcast and digital content. Beyond the desk, I continuously expand my toolkit with hands-on work in art direction, editorial design, and cutting-edge visual effects. I’m a proven problem-solver who stays curious about new media formats and platforms, always aiming to create clear, impactful visuals that resonate with audiences and stakeholders alike.

Elvin Lutz

I’m an award-winning motion graphic designer and animator with 25 years in the broadcast industry. I started in traditional art as a cartoonist and later earned a degree in film and television production. I’ve written and produced Emmy-winning animated spots for education and promotional campaigns, and I thrive on turning complex ideas into engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through graphics, animation, and production, and I enjoy collaborating across teams to deliver compelling broadcast and digital content. Beyond the desk, I continuously expand my toolkit with hands-on work in art direction, editorial design, and cutting-edge visual effects. I’m a proven problem-solver who stays curious about new media formats and platforms, always aiming to create clear, impactful visuals that resonate with audiences and stakeholders alike.

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I’m an award-winning motion graphic designer and animator with 25 years in the broadcast industry. I started in traditional art as a cartoonist and later earned a degree in film and television production. I’ve written and produced Emmy-winning animated spots for education and promotional campaigns, and I thrive on turning complex ideas into engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through graphics, animation, and production, and I enjoy collaborating across teams to deliver compelling broadcast and digital content.

Beyond the desk, I continuously expand my toolkit with hands-on work in art direction, editorial design, and cutting-edge visual effects. I’m a proven problem-solver who stays curious about new media formats and platforms, always aiming to create clear, impactful visuals that resonate with audiences and stakeholders alike.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Motion Graphic Designer at Mori Associates
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Created informational graphics and animations for NASA Johnson Space Center launches and International Space Station events; produced animations for podcasts, video series, and social media; designed and integrated graphics for the Ross Xpression broadcast system. NACI Federal Background Check cleared.
Motion Graphic Designer at KERA
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2024
Produced animated promos, interstitials, and IDs; created animated promotional materials for web and social, and developed spots for underwriting clients.
Senior Graphic Designer/Animator at KDAF-33
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Created daily graphics and animations; wrote, produced, and created animated news segments for broadcast and web.
Senior Graphic Designer at Griffin Communications
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Created daily graphics and animations; designed graphics for news specials and promotional projects.
Graphic Artist/Chyron Operator at KTBC-TV
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2009
Created daily graphics for news, sports, and the web; designed graphics packages for news/sports specials and commercial productions; integrated graphics with on-air systems, including setup of Leader for election coverage.

Education

BS - Radio/Television/Film Production at University of Texas
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1997

Qualifications

Lone Star Emmy Nominee - Graphic Design/Animation
January 1, 2015 - April 30, 2026
Lone Star Emmy Nominee - PSA/Informational spot or series: “Did You Know?”
January 1, 2016 - April 30, 2026
Lone Star Emmy Winner - PSA/Informational spot or series: “KERA Kids ID’s”
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services