Hi, I'm Kirill, a creative and detail-oriented Motion Designer with over 9 years of experience crafting high-quality 2D and 3D animations, video editing, VFX, and sound design for clients worldwide. I'm passionate about transforming complex ideas into engaging motion graphics that tell compelling stories. Throughout my career, I've worked with diverse industries including EdTech, HealthTech, SaaS, and eCommerce, helping brands communicate through visually striking animated content. I pride myself on maintaining consistency and quality across projects, collaborating closely with scriptwriters, voice artists, and other creatives to deliver polished results. Whether it's creating character animations for educational videos or developing unique content styles for social media, I love bringing ideas to life with animation and motion graphics.

Kirill Khilko

Hi, I'm Kirill, a creative and detail-oriented Motion Designer with over 9 years of experience crafting high-quality 2D and 3D animations, video editing, VFX, and sound design for clients worldwide. I'm passionate about transforming complex ideas into engaging motion graphics that tell compelling stories. Throughout my career, I've worked with diverse industries including EdTech, HealthTech, SaaS, and eCommerce, helping brands communicate through visually striking animated content. I pride myself on maintaining consistency and quality across projects, collaborating closely with scriptwriters, voice artists, and other creatives to deliver polished results. Whether it's creating character animations for educational videos or developing unique content styles for social media, I love bringing ideas to life with animation and motion graphics.

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Hi, I’m Kirill, a creative and detail-oriented Motion Designer with over 9 years of experience crafting high-quality 2D and 3D animations, video editing, VFX, and sound design for clients worldwide. I’m passionate about transforming complex ideas into engaging motion graphics that tell compelling stories. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with diverse industries including EdTech, HealthTech, SaaS, and eCommerce, helping brands communicate through visually striking animated content.

I pride myself on maintaining consistency and quality across projects, collaborating closely with scriptwriters, voice artists, and other creatives to deliver polished results. Whether it’s creating character animations for educational videos or developing unique content styles for social media, I love bringing ideas to life with animation and motion graphics.

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Language

Belarusian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Polish
Intermediate
Swedish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Motion Designer at Self-Employed
October 1, 2015 - April 27, 2024
Top Rated Plus freelancer with 100% Job Success Rate on Upwork. Delivered high-quality motion graphics, 2D/3D animations, video editing, and VFX for clients all over the world.
Motion Designer at Artstak
September 1, 2023 - November 30, 2024
Created motion graphics and animations for clients including Qualcomm, Cellsonics, Leadpom, Puffin and others.
Motion Graphics Designer & Video Editor at Best Light Video
October 1, 2018 - July 31, 2023
Developed storyboards, animations, and video content teaching US school students important soft skills.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ortho Movement
May 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022
Created marketing videos and social media assets for a Nordic sporting goods brand.
Video Editor & Motion Graphics Designer at Growing Minds Limited
June 1, 2020 - January 31, 2022
Produced educational and promotional video content for a New Zealand education company.
Reporter, Journalist, Photojournalist at Nasha Niva
May 1, 2012 - May 31, 2015
Reporter for the oldest independent Belarusian-language media. Winner of several journalist contests including Belarus Press Photo 2015.
Freelance Motion Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Creating 2D and 3D motion graphics videos and animations for clients across EdTech, HealthTech, SaaS, and eCommerce industries. Achieved a 100% Job Success Score and Top Rated Plus status on Upwork. Worked with clients including MetLife, Green Software Foundation, AgencyAnalytics, and Prohibition Partners.
Motion Designer at Ortho Movement
December 31, 2022 - July 21, 2025
Designed marketing video content for several Nordic sports brands. Created key elements for brand video communication including logo animations, intros, and outros. Developed diverse video content formats such as social media posts, Instagram Reels & Stories, Facebook video ads, podcasts, and video sales letters.
Animator and Producer at Growing Minds, Ltd
December 31, 2022 - July 21, 2025
Produced e-learning content and promotional materials targeted at the New Zealand market. Coordinated with scriptwriters and voice artists to streamline production timelines.
Video Producer at Best Light Video
July 31, 2023 - July 21, 2025
Produced animated video lessons focused on soft skill development for U.S. school students in grades 2–12, including special education. Emphasized character animation and managed the entire video production process from script development to final sound design. Maintained style consistency and coordinated multiple animators. Created new visual styles according to client requests.
Motion Designer at Artstak
November 30, 2024 - July 21, 2025
Developed custom animations for clients including Qualcomm, Cellsonics, Leadpom, and Puffin. Delivered story-driven visuals aligned with brand identities and target audiences. Created assets for social media, broadcast, and web platforms. Implemented animated elements into brand visual languages including HTML5 web animations (Lottie), videos, and GIFs.
Motion Graphics and Animation Specialist at Flash Revision Lab
July 31, 2025 - July 21, 2025
Created motion graphics and animations for a UK-based educational platform with a strong focus on high-performing TikTok video content. Developed a unique content style and ensured consistent application. Produced over 120 impactful videos, some receiving more than 600,000 views. Experimented with formats to maximize reach and ensured easy multi-platform content compatibility.

Education

Bachelor’s at Minsk State Linguistic University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2012
Bachelor's Degree at Minsk State Linguistic University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

Volnaje Slova Journalism Award
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Belarus Press Photo Award
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Financial Services, Retail