Cecily Russo
New England
Summary
Creative and performance-driven Motion Designer with 3+ years of experience producing engaging digital content for film, music, and brand campaigns. Skilled in both executing from existing designs and developing original concepts that align with client vision and brand messaging. Proven track record of delivering freelance and in-house projects that boost impressions and engagement through strategic, performance-driven design. Collaborative and strategically minded, known for strong client relationships, adaptability, and producing captivating motion design solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time Animator
Partiful
New York, New York
03.2025 - Current
- Pioneered implementation of hand-drawn cel animation in production.
- Collaborated with creative team to develop innovative theme and effect animations for website and app.
- Delivered three to five animated themes and effects each quarter.
- Conducted bi-quarterly concept and visual development meetings with the creative team.
Independent Animator
Music Videos, Short Films, and Website Branding
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with Ryan Oligmueller to create an animated short film based on a poem.
- Produced animated promotional video for Tizra, showcasing capabilities for trade show and website.
- Created animated music video for Lewis Recordings’ single “It’s Real.”
- Designed 5-10 second visualizers for Frankie Cosmos’ album “Different Talking.”
- Animated an 8-second clip of cells under a microscope for the introduction scene of “So Long.”
- Animated seven episodes of Bindy miniseries, set to release in early 2025.
Creative Content Producer, Animator
Show Up Strong ’24
Brooklyn, New York
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted interviews and evaluations for hiring videographers.
- Generated over 15,000 digital impressions through branded social content.
- Adapted content style to effectively engage target demographics.
- Developed organic motion graphic designs to reinforce brand identity.
- Reviewed and edited 10 pieces of short-form digital content weekly to align with social media strategy.
- Facilitated weekly meetings between videographers and editors to assess content requirements.
Construction Production Assistant
Severance Season 2 (Apple TV+)
The Bronx, New York
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Managed payroll, budget, and onboarding processes efficiently.
- Facilitated daily communication between art and construction teams to enhance collaboration.
- Organized and maintained a construction shop with 30-40 carpenters to streamline operations.
- Coordinated the relay of information and materials between sets to ensure seamless transitions.
- Received nomination for 27 Emmys, marking series as most-nominated of 2025.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Arts: 2D Animation & Minor in Textiles
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY05-2023
Skills
- Motion design and 2D animation
- Brand messaging and visual storytelling
- Concept development and execution
- Content production for digital platforms
- Freelance project management
- Organic and branded content creation
Systems
- Technical: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Animate, ToonBoom Harmony, Storyboard Pro, Procreate, DragonFrame, Google Workspace, Microsoft Workplace, Lottie, Canva, Figma, Cadmium
- Artistic: Production Assistance, Content Production, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, Traditional Animation, Experimental Animation, Background Design, Prop Design, Visual Development, Compositing
Timeline
Part Time Animator
Partiful
03.2025 - Current
Creative Content Producer, Animator
Show Up Strong ’24
07.2024 - 11.2024
Construction Production Assistant
Severance Season 2 (Apple TV+)
01.2024 - 07.2024
Independent Animator
Music Videos, Short Films, and Website Branding
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Arts: 2D Animation & Minor in Textiles
Pratt Institute
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