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Expert Motion Design & Animation

As a skilled motion designer in Bristol, I transform static brands into dynamic, engaging experiences. From logo animations to social media content, I create memorable motion design that captures attention and communicates your message effectively.

Why Invest in Motion Design?

In today’s digital landscape, motion is essential for standing out. Professional motion design:

  • Increases engagement by up to 300%
  • Improves information retention
  • Makes complex ideas simple and memorable
  • Enhances brand recognition
  • Drives social media performance
  • Creates emotional connections

Motion Design Services

Brand Motion

  • Logo animations
  • Brand idents
  • Animated guidelines
  • Social media templates
  • Motion style guides
  • Animated brand elements

Digital Content

  • Social media animations
  • Website animations
  • Loading sequences
  • UI motion design
  • Animated banners
  • Email animations

Marketing & Advertising

  • Animated adverts
  • Product demonstrations
  • Explainer videos
  • Campaign animations
  • Event visuals
  • Presentation animations

The Motion Design Process

1. Creative Brief & Strategy

  • Understanding your brand
  • Defining animation goals
  • Style exploration
  • Storyboard development
  • Timeline planning
  • Technical considerations

2. Design & Animation

  • Asset preparation
  • Style frame creation
  • Animation development
  • Sound design integration
  • Timing refinement
  • Client review cycles

3. Delivery & Implementation

  • Format optimisation
  • Platform-specific exports
  • Implementation guidance
  • Performance testing
  • Usage guidelines
  • Future-proof files

Technical Expertise

Animation Tools

  • After Effects
  • Adobe Animate
  • GSAP
  • Lottie
  • SVG animation

Output Formats

  • MP4/MOV
  • GIF
  • JSON (Lottie)
  • SVG animation
  • HTML5 animation

Client Testimonials

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One of things I admire about AD is that I can delegate and trust completely. He’s a true expert in his field. I wouldn’t ever have anyone else design my site for me.
Ryan Eddleston Director of Photography

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It was an absolute pleasure working with AD on our branding refresh & new website. It was a thoroughly collaborative process from start to finish, with AD taking lots of time to understand our business, our market and what that meant for the new assets. we’re super happy with the new design and functionality and it has been extremely well received by partners and peers. Many thanks AD – would highly recommend.
Edd Bowsher Director & Founder, The Nest

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AD Digital were an absolute dream to work with, the quality of the work was extremely high and we found Andrew and Jay a delight to work with. I can’t recommend them highly enough, we’re so glad that we decided to go with AD for our company’s website
Callum Stewart Marketing Communications Executive – Firefly Green Fuels

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With a difficult brief, AD came up with a wonderful design, that we were very happy with. AD is a great person to work with and would recommend him to anyone.
Liz Viney Head of Special Projects – Films@59

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I’ve worked with AD for several years now and he recently designed and built 2 new sites for me. He’s always been very easy to work with and has great attention to detail and creative ideas. I would highly recommend!
Richard Christmas CEO – Deluxe Loos

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I’ve worked with AD on a number of projects spanning ten years. We keep coming back which shows how much we value his work. His latest work for us, redesigning our website, has been really well received, so we’re delighted. We’ve already starting talking about the next project.
Jon Brassey Founder, Trip Database

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It’s very rare to find somebody who has such a broad, yet detailed understanding of digital design and development. Strategically minded, detailed understanding of business, very creative and world-class attention to detail
Dave Stansbie
Dave Stansbie Director @ The Creative Corporation

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AD delivered a brilliant new website in tricky times with a moving brief – couldn’t have asked for more – he was great to work with and the site design is really intuitive
Gemma Colclough
Gemma Colclough Head of Marketing @ RPM Ltd

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AD combines a rare combination of both coding and design skills, with a great deal of experience when it comes to digital branding and effective UI solutions. A valuable ‘one-stop-shop’ for web developing and design, AD’s collaborative and creative approach makes the even the most complex projects feel effortless
Andi Granger Creative Director @ Wonderful Content

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I have worked with AD for the last five years and cannot recommend him more highly…technically talented and extremely creative and I have found him to be an absolute pleasure to work with
Susie Lewis Clivedale London

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AD brings smart, focussed thinking to a project and is adept at identifying the most efficient solution without compromising the end result.
Ben Hostler Digital Director @ Future Kings

Why Choose My Motion Design Services?

  • Creative Excellence: Unique, eye-catching animations
  • Brand Focus: Motion that enhances your brand identity
  • Technical Expertise: Optimised for all platforms
  • Performance Driven: Motion that achieves business goals
  • Future-Proof: Scalable animation systems
  • Local Support: Bristol-based designer for hands-on collaboration

Motion Design Applications

Social Media

  • Instagram Stories & Reels
  • TikTok content
  • LinkedIn animations
  • Facebook ads
  • Twitter videos
  • YouTube content

Web & Digital

  • Website hero animations
  • Hover effects
  • Loading animations
  • Scroll-triggered motion
  • Interactive elements
  • Email animations

Presentations & Pitch Decks

  • Animated slides
  • Data visualisations
  • Transition effects
  • Infographic animations
  • Product demonstrations
  • Company showcases

Ready to Bring Your Brand to Life?

Let’s create motion design that captures attention and drives engagement. As your Bristol motion designer, I’ll ensure:

  • On-brand animations
  • Platform-optimised content
  • Engaging storytelling
  • Technical excellence
  • Measurable results

Book Your Motion Design Consultation

Start your journey towards dynamic brand content. Contact me today to discuss your motion design project in Bristol.

Common Questions About Motion Design

What types of motion design do you create? I create everything from simple logo animations to complex explainer videos and social media content. Each project is tailored to your specific needs and platform requirements.

How long does a motion design project take? Project timelines vary based on complexity. A logo animation might take 1-2 weeks, whilst a comprehensive brand motion package could take 4-6 weeks. We’ll establish clear timelines during our initial consultation.

Can you work with my existing brand assets? Yes, I can animate your existing brand elements or create new assets that complement your brand identity.

What formats will I receive? You’ll receive files optimised for each platform you need, whether that’s social media, web, presentations, or broadcast.

Animation Styles & Techniques

I specialise in various animation styles including:

  • 2D animation
  • 3D animation
  • Typography animation
  • Character animation
  • Kinetic typography
  • Liquid motion
  • Geometric animation
  • Isometric animation