About
Senior Motion Designer and Post-Production Lead with 20+ years of experience delivering broadcast, digital, and national brand campaigns. Founder of 8b Color, a remote post-production studio serving clients including Honda, Norwegian Cruise Line, Albertsons, BMW, and the U.S. Army. I specialize in motion graphics, editing, compositing, and finishing — translating complex ideas into clear, performance-driven visual systems. Comfortable owning projects end-to-end or integrating into distributed creative teams. Currently seeking senior remote, contract, or full-time opportunities in motion design and post-production.
Projects
Helmet
Client: Honda Agency: We Are Mighty For Honda’s military appreciation campaign, I contributed across both production and post — serving on set in a producer capacity while also leading motion graphics and post-production for the final spot. The concept centered on a miniature Honda vehicle animated to drive across the helmet of a service member — a visual metaphor connecting the brand’s offer with the individuals it honors. Because the effect required precise integration between live action and CG animation, I worked closely with the production team during filming to guide framing, movement, and lighting decisions to ensure seamless post execution. The final piece blended practical footage with clean compositing and subtle motion work, resulting in a memorable, concept-driven visual that elevated a promotional message into something playful yet respectful.
The Northeast Kingdom
Client: Dark Rye Production: Whole Foods Market I edited and shaped this intimate documentary short centered on brothers Andy and Mateo Kehler of Jasper Hill Farm in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Set against the quiet beauty of the region’s landscape, the film explores craftsmanship, partnership, and the deep sense of place that defines both their cheese and their lives. In addition to editing, I led sound design and script refinement, crafting a natural rhythm that allowed the story to unfold with authenticity and restraint. The goal was to balance stunning cinematography with a grounded emotional core — letting the environment, process, and personalities speak without overstatement. The film was nominated at both the Chicago Film Festival and the New York Film Festival, recognizing its understated storytelling and cinematic tone.
2026 Demo Reel | 8b Color
Discover the latest demo reel from 8b Color, a Santa Monica–based motion design and commercial production studio with over 12 years of experience creating high-impact advertising for leading global brands. We specialize in motion graphics, broadcast commercials, brand campaigns, digital content, and full-service post-production — delivering visually refined work that drives engagement and performance. From concept development through final edit, our senior-led team creates strategic, story-driven creative built for television, streaming, social media, and multi-platform marketing campaigns. Every project is crafted to balance bold design, clear messaging, and measurable results. Explore our work and learn how 8B Color helps brands stand out in competitive markets. Visit 8bcolor.com.
Time
Client: ACE Hardware Agency: GSD&M or Ace Hardware’s national 90th anniversary spot, I led motion graphics, color, select VFX, and sound design for a concept-driven commercial that follows a single character traveling seamlessly through nine decades of history. Each era was meticulously crafted to reflect its cinematic identity — from scratchy, high-contrast film reminiscent of early Laurel & Hardy–style reels, to warm, textured 1970s tones, and finally into a clean, contemporary modern aesthetic. The challenge was ensuring every transition felt immersive and authentic while maintaining narrative continuity across shifting visual styles. Blending live action with era-specific motion treatments, color grading, and subtle VFX, the piece celebrates Ace’s legacy as a trusted presence across generations. The final result was a visually dynamic tribute that honored 90 years of craftsmanship while reinforcing the brand’s enduring relevance in homes and communities nationwide.
Blueprint
Client: Norwegian Cruise Line Agency: VIVA Creative As Lead Creative on Norwegian Cruise Line’s PR1MA campaign, I directed and executed high-end motion design for Blueprint — a visually dynamic hero piece introducing the ship’s architectural ambition and next-generation experience at sea. Designed to feel bold and future-facing, the spot blends cinematic footage, precision typography, and layered motion graphics to showcase the ship’s expansive open-air concepts, elevated design, and category-defining amenities. The challenge was to create a visual system that mirrored the innovation of the vessel itself — modern, confident, and structurally intentional. Through tightly integrated compositing, rhythmic editorial pacing, and refined graphic transitions, Blueprint established a forward-looking tone for the broader “Be The First” campaign and positioned PR1MA as a new blueprint for contemporary cruising. The result was a high-impact launch asset supporting one of the most anticipated ship debuts in Norwegian Cruise Line history.
Instant Prizes
Client: Albertsons Agency: QUAD Graphics I contributed motion graphics and post-production across a series of national broadcast and digital spots supporting Albertsons’ fully digital Monopoly campaign — a multi-week promotional rollout spanning several major U.S. grocery chains. This marked the first all-digital version of the long-running Monopoly program, introducing QR-driven app downloads, simplified messaging, and a streamlined user experience. The creative needed to feel fresh and high-energy while maintaining the recognizability of an iconic promotional property. Through dynamic animation, brand-integrated graphics, and polished compositing, the campaign emphasized instant rewards and frictionless participation. The results exceeded expectations: over 820,000 QR scans within the first three weeks, more than 2.3 million registered players, a 120% year-over-year increase in ticket scans, and over $81 million in prizes awarded during the promotional period. The campaign demonstrated how thoughtful motion design and clear digital-first storytelling can modernize a legacy promotion at national scale.
LEEPs App Launch
Client: LEEPS | Public Safety Technology I led the complete end-to-end creation of the LEEPS app launch campaign — from initial concept and scripting through branding, logo development, production, post-production, and final delivery. Designed for law enforcement and first responders, LEEPS is a health and safety application that integrates with Apple and Android smartwatches to monitor vital signs in real time, transmitting critical data back to local stations for rapid backup during high-risk situations. The launch video needed to communicate innovation, urgency, and trust — while remaining clear and accessible to municipal stakeholders. Blending live action with motion graphics, I crafted a visual system that balanced technical functionality with emotional stakes. In addition to directing the creative and editing, I handled voiceover, visual identity development, and overall brand positioning. The result was a fully realized product launch asset that established the brand’s credibility and communicated its life-saving potential with clarity and impact.
Experience
Senior Motion Designer & Post-Production Lead
Jan 2011 Present
Senior Motion Designer and Post-Production Lead with 20+ years of experience delivering broadcast, digital, and national brand campaigns. Founder of 8b Color, a remote post-production studio serving clients including Honda, Norwegian Cruise Line, Albertsons, BMW, and the U.S. Arm…
Education
2001-2005
BFA, Digital Animation & Cinema
College for Creative Studies
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