Summary Multi-skilled designer known for a demonstrated breadth of work across numerous industries. Adept in delivering high quality motion graphics, print, and digital mediums with an enthusiasm for applying adaptable skill set to projects. Proven experience in leading creative pursuits and working as a team to meet tight deadlines. Technical Proficiencies
Career Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer Present
Graphic Designer
Develop various pilots, graphics, and animations for Game Shows, Cable Networks, and other clients. Spearhead projects on the fore- front of graphic design. Implement highly conceptual polished motion graphics and video editing for network. Ensure quality pro- gramming in both 2D and 3D mediums.
E! Digital Production – NBC/Universal 2022
Graphic Designer
Created graphics for Entertainment and Lifestyle genres (i.e. Celebrity profiles, Fashion Beauty, Reality, Entertainment News, etc. Output dynamic graphics to visually enhance storytelling segments in all both social and digital platforms. That’s My Jam with Jimmy Fallon – NBC/Universal 2021 Graphic Designer
Created motion graphic openings as well as a variety of game and music related print designs for celebrity driven contest, sketches and challenges.
The Royal Wedding Live with Cord and Tish - Funny Or Die 2018 Motion Graphic Designer
Generated illustrations for television production. Organized naming conventions and workflow for delivery of quality offline and online elements.
@midnight with Chris Hardwick 2013 - 2018
Graphic Designer
Produced animations including tracking in 2D and 3D, green screens, logo design, rotoscoping, bugs, ID tags, lower thirds, fly-ins, and other tasks for simulation. Pitched ideas to producers and directors to develop ideas on program aesthetics and timing. Collaborated with other to effectively allocate tasks based on skillset in order to complete and meet deadlines.
• Nominated 3 years for Creative Arts Emmy Awards. Won in 2015 and 2016 for Outstanding Creative Achievement in
• Interactive Media Social TV Experience.
The Biggest Loser – NBC Universal 2011 – 2013
Graphic Designer
Produced printed elements for contestant games and challenges. Demonstrated versatile designs of outdoor banners, graphics, and backdrops using Adobe Creative Suite. Partnered with producers and directors to creatively convey writers’ concepts.
• Created award-winning interior and exterior graphics and backdrop.
• Nominated for numerous Emmys.
Jimmy Kimmel Live - ABC 2006 – 2012
Graphic Designer
Directed tracking in 2D and 3D mediums. Utilized green screen, performed rotoscoping, and managed all visual effects graphics. Employed advanced knowledge of various Adobe CC tools. Effectively translated vision of producers and directors.
• Nominated fir numerous Emmys.
Michael Burns
Graphic Designer
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Project Types: Reality Television, Late Night Comedy Shows, Documentaries, Game Shows, Talk Shows, Parody Graphics Types: Props, Architectural Print, Green Screen, Animation Characters, Lower Thirds Titles, Intros, Tracking, Stu- dio Backdrops, Virtual Sets, Art Direction, Print Campaigns, Advertising, Info Graphics, Web Tools: Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Element 3D and InDesign.