John Hughes
Long Island City,NY
Summary
Motion Graphic Designer with expertise in 2D animation and graphic design. Proven track record in developing creative strategies and leading teams to successful project completion. Strong ability to deliver visually compelling content that meets client objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Motion Designer
Bumble Inc.
01.2020 - Current
- Led marketing campaigns and developed motion identity for Bumble's core brand portfolio.
Animated product design systems to enhance visual storytelling across platforms.
Managed direct reports, freelancers, and external agencies for large-scale global campaigns.
Coordinated efforts across time zones to ensure timely project delivery in diverse markets.
Motion Designer
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Designed and animated motion graphics synchronized with Hasan Minhaj's delivery on a large-scale stage for weekly Netflix episodes.
Contributed to Emmy award-winning project for Outstanding Motion Design in 2019.
Motion Designer
Freelance Motion Design
New York, New York
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with diverse clients including Slanted Studios, Imaginary Forces, Hornet, Hasan Minhaj, Adult Swim, and 2020 Biden Harris Presidential Campaign
Junior Designer
Slanted Studios
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Developed storyboards, style frames, design assets, and animations for diverse clients including Meta, The Atlantic, and Twitter.
Design Intern
Imaginary Forces
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with IF's Emmy-winning team to create storyboards for diverse projects, including main titles and commercial campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI06-2014
Skills
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- After Effects
- Premiere Pro
- Figma
- Cinema 4D
- Rive
- Jitter
- Project Organization
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Video Editing
- Motion Design
- Interaction Design
- Brand design
- Creative problem solving
Accomplishments
- Outstanding Motion Design Issued by Emmy Awards - Television Academy · Sep 2019
- Peabody Award Issued by Peabody Awards · Mar 2019
Timeline
Senior Motion Designer
Bumble Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Motion Designer
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj
08.2018 - 09.2020
Motion Designer
Freelance Motion Design
08.2017 - 08.2020
Junior Designer
Slanted Studios
01.2017 - 01.2018
Design Intern
Imaginary Forces
01.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
Rhode Island School of Design