kg KG
EXPERTISE
• Adobe After effects
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe lndesign
• Keynote
• Knowledge of 3D
• Figma
KATHERINE MOTION GRAPHIC GILENO DESIGNER
PROFILE
Hey, I'm Kat G!
I create visual experiences with impactful designs to help grow brands! With 15 years in Motion Graphics and my experience in Graphic Design and Brand Building, it's not just a job—it's my passion. I'm fully committed to my work and thrive on getting clients excited about breathing life into their brands.
MOTION DESIGNER / BRAND BUILDER
Katherine Gileno 2009 - Present
Motion Graphics and Video Expertise in diverse video content from conception to completion, for social media, TV spots, infographics, website graphics, as well as special effects and video tracking techniques.
Brand Identity Aligning fluid branding by designing logos, color schemes, typography, and guidelines to evoke emotions to specific target audiences. Visual Design: Developing a range of brand graphics, including social media, video content, print & packaging, illustrations, web design & development -- cultivating a unified and memorable brand presence across all mediums. High-Profile Event Visual Direction & Developement Creative skills and strategic thinking to deliver exceptional visual content for prestigious events like the CMA Awards, exceeding client expectations. LEAD DESIGNER
BITBUY JUNE 2022 - AUGUST 2023
Branded Content Production Designed and animated content for brands such as WonderFi, Coinberry, and Bitbuy, resonating with brand image and messaging. Brand Identity Aligning fluid branding by designing logos, color schemes, typography, and guidelines to evoke emotions to specific target audiences. Motion Graphic Design Conceptualize, storyboard, and animate captivating visuals for social media, television, infographics and web platforms. Social Media Content Creation: Edit and enhance videos for platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, aiming to captivate audiences and foster interaction. Webflow-Based Web Design and Development Designed graphics, crafted assets, and implemented coding using Webflow, resulting in visually appealing and user-friendly websites.
Print Design Wide-range of graphic design for print, stationary, and merch Template Design: Developed Instagram and Keynote/PowerPoint templates, fostering team collaboration and visual consistency. Design Oversight quality-checked design work from team members before distribution, ensuring compliance to brand standards. WORK EXPERIENCE
DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS
Seneca College of Applied
Arts and Technology
EDUCATION
CONTACT
2908 HWY 7, Concord ON
ad4lf0@r.postjobfree.com
www.katgileno.com
katg.design
LEAD MOTION DESIGNER
ABACUS 2017 - 2021
Social Video Content Strategize, design, animate, and edit mobile-first video content tailored for social ads, maximizing engagement and conversion rates. Design System Development Optimized sales funnels for efficiency and consistency, creating blueprints for scalability and testing to ensure long-term success Collaborative Brainstorming Formulate optimal strategies with team members, leveraging collective expertise to drive successful outcomes Multi-platform Optimization Create, edit, resize, and convert content for seamless delivery across multiple platforms, ensuring brand consistency Motion Design Oversight Quality-checked projects from motion team members, ensuring animation and brand standards.
MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER
ICON MEDIA 2015 - 2018
Digital Signage Development Produced digital signage ads and events for renowned brands like Shopper's Drug Mart, Holt Renfrew, and others, ensuring impactful visual representation.
Multi-platform Content Adaptation Edited and adapted content seamlessly across platforms to maximize audience engagement
Strategic Signage Planning Collaborated with team to devise effective solutions for digital signage, enhancing brand visibility
MOTION DESIGNER
BARNET.TV MEDIA AGENCY 2011 - 2014
Digital Signage Ads Motion graphics tailored for social bars and restaurants, enhancing brand visibility and engagement in targeted environments. Motion Graphics for Events Amplifying event experiences and audience engagement.
3D Logo Design and Animation Bringing brands to life with dynamic visuals Graphic Ads and Flyers Crafting Delivering impactful promotional materials for various marketing campaigns.
EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
INTEREST
TRAVEL COOKING
MOVIES MEDITATION
FITNESS DRAWING
GOLD
2021 - Hermes Creative Awards
Motion Designer: Abacus
Client: Pizza Pizza LTD
PLATINUM
2021 - Hermes Creative Awards
Motion Designer: Abacus
Client: The Recipe
GOLD & PLATINUM 2020 -
Hermes Creative Awards
Motion Designer: Abacus
Client: Blissed Cannabis
PLATINUM 2015 - Design:Retail
Magazine's Winning Window
Award
Multimedia Designer: Icon Media
Client: Lord & Taylor for Holiday
Window Display
AWARDS
• Motion Design
• Graphic Design
• Brand Building
• Print & Packaging
• lllustrations
• Multi-tasker
• Quick turn-around
• Problem-solving
• Self-Motivated
• Ambitious
• Organized
• Flexible work schedul
SKILLS