Discover Top Animators / Visual Effects Artists in Chandler, Arizona, USA

I have been working in the film, television, and digital video industry for the past 10 years. In those 10 years I’ve worked a slew of production jobs. From a lowly PA, to 1st AC, to Gaffer, to Cinematographer. I’ve pretty much done it all. Every job has provided a different learning opportunity, and an opportunity to hone my craft. In 2016 I was approached by Hearst television to join a new digital studio they were building to promote their networks. This was my opportunity to get behind the camera on a consistent basis and create a vast body of work. I found a passion for telling authentic, impactful, heartfelt stories. I think these types of stories have a special spot in my heart. The digital studio became the cornerstone of digital video content for all Hearst markets. I served as the lead cinematographer at the studio with multiple additional responsibilities. In addition to creating the aesthetic that our team was known for, and shooting a majority of our videos, I was managing our crews in the field, piloting new projects, and editing 99% of the content I was shooting. I helped to build a significant video production team where teamwork and collaboration were the foundation of the studio's success. In 2019 my fiancé matched to her medical residency in Phoenix, Arizona. And I had no choice but to follow my heart and go with her. This meant leaving HTV's Digital Studio and embarking on a new journey. I'm now working freelance in the greater southwest region, taking my skill set and applying it to productions like yours!

• Documentary DP
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• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Video Editor - Commercial

I have been filmmaking alongside my twin brother since the 6th grade! (about 20+ years now!). I direct, film, and edit projects that range from commercials too independent films. I have won best Western in Tokyo Japan, Arizona, and Georgia. I have also made videos for Warner Brothers, Doritos, Pringles, and much more! Right now we are in the process of continuing to grow our business right here in Tucson Arizona where we help to bring communities together! I absolutely love what I get to do!

• Drone Operator
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• Corporate Videographer
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Sound Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Documentary

I am a freelance creative director and senior motion designer with over 20+ years of experience in the industry. Throughout my career, I have worked with renowned brands such as NBC, Mattel, BP, Cisco, and Disney, developing multiplatform advertisements and marketing collateral that captivate audiences. As a highly skilled and experienced motion designer, I possess a strong understanding of animation principles, storytelling, and design. I am proficient in industry-standard software programs, including After Effects, Cinema 4D, XD, Figma, and Davinci Resolve, enabling me to create content with measurable targeted results. In my previous roles as a lead senior motion designer, I successfully managed remote animation teams, executed comprehensive workflow processes, and utilized a range of tools to bring concepts to life. As a creative director, I owned and established production roadmaps while overseeing graphic design and motion design projects. I also played a crucial role in cultural shifts within agencies, prioritizing diversity, inclusion, employee experience, and talent retention. My creative talents have been recognized with multiple Telly Awards for various initiatives and an Emmy for Creative Direction and Motion Design Animation for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Furthermore, My work has contributions to non-profit organizations has helped them raise over half a billion in funding. To stay ahead of industry trends, I continuously pursue professional development and hold certifications from Google, Hubspot, and other technology partners. My recent achievement includes the Generative AI Cert from Google. I actively participate in cross-team knowledge-sharing programs and leverage generative AI and design tools such as Stable Diffusion, RunwayML, ControlNet, MidJourney, Dali, ChatGPT, and Bard. As a creative problem solver and strategist with a quick learning curve and strong attention to detail, I am always seeking challenging and rewarding opportunities to create innovative and engaging content. My ultimate goal is to challenge and change the way we see and engage with the world around us through my projects. Let's connect and explore exciting possibilities for collaboration on future projects.

• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Art Director
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Creative Director
• Colorist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Copywriter
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Commercial DP
• Sound Designer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Senior Editor
• Post-Production Manager
• Illustrator
• Storyboard Artist
• Music Composer
• Corporate Videographer
• Sound Mixer
• Executive Producer
• Documentary DP

Work Experience: - Reported from 10 countries and 15 cities. - Reporter and video editor for The Real News (2010 to 2019). - Visual creative, “The Empire Files” with Abby Martin, I (visualy) created a 30 minutes show a week, including an abundance of graphics in After Effect, Illustrator & Photoshop. (2015-2017) - Visual creative of “Days of Revolt” with Chris Hedges and “The Global African” with Bill Fletcher (2014 to 2015) - US Associated Correspondent for Telesur (continent-wide broadcast) in over 12 US cities, more than 40 newscast reports and 25 full special documentary features on air. (2010 - 2013) - Editor in Chief for “The Positive Side on Life” on Channel 3 in Arizona. (2010) - Video Manager at Illuma Studio in Scottsdale. (2008 -2010) - Local reporter and eventually US Correspondent for La Television – Ecuavisa - Gamavisión, (Sunday 8pm prime time slot). (2005 - 2015). - Director, “Motor X”, Canal Uno, Saturday 7pm slot. (2003-2005) - Creative Editor, Unpixel DV production agency in Quito Ecuador. (2002/2005) - Media Producer for CEIME, (Gender NGO) Quito. Ecuador (1996 - 2002) Notable achievements & Awards: -4 documentary-magazine mini series “Motor X” (I started from scratch) reached continental TV including North and South America via Telesur & El Garaje TV 2006 - 2012. -First Price for: Best Documentary, Best Script and Best Post Production with “Cancer Social” on the “Flora Tristan” Film Festival, Lima, Peru 1996 about Gender Violence. -Finalist “Migrations Film festival” Radio Canada, NY 2010. -Lectures, Zaki Gordon Institute of Film 2005 & 2012, NAU (Flagstaff) 2011, National Bolivar Theater, Caracas -Venezuela & National Bolivar Square, Bogota - Colombia 2012 -Interviewed in international press outlets as RT, Telemundo, Univision, Telesur, Press TV, Radio Canada. Education & Skills: - Bachelor on Arts & Media (San Francisco de Quito University) - Camera, Video & Photography: Light (CEDEP 1990),Camera (CEDEP 1990) USFQ 2003 Education & Skills: - Bachelor of Arts & Media (San Francisco de Quito University) - Camera, Video & Photography: Light (CEDEP 1990),Camera (CEDEP 1990) USFQ 2003 Film Editing studies: Betacam (CEDEP 1990) All Adobe, Digital Avid and Final Cut ( USFQ 2000 ) Adobe (online self education) Digital Art: Quito Institute for the Visual Arts (IAVQ), 4 years on Illustration and Graphic Design. San Francisco de Quito University(USFQ), 2 years of software training. Script: CEDEP 1990, Universidad Católica 1996, and USFQ 2001. Sound: Bachelor in Arts (USFQ), including musical production, recording, mixing, Direct Sound, Electronic Music, Post Production, Sequencing and Sampling (IMC San Francisco de Quito University & CEDEP 1990 - 2000 ) Software skills: Video (Editing and Post): Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Motion, Boris Red Pro. Graphic Design Software: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe In Design, Corel Painter, Quark X-press. Web: Flash & WordPress Audio Software: Pro Tools, Reason, Digital Performer, Sound Edit, T-Racks, Soundtrack, Logic Pro, Sound Studio, Qubase, Maschine 2 and Adobe Audition. English and Spanish bilingual.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• TV News Producer
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Sound Designer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Drone Operator
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Sound Mixer
• Field Producer
• Copywriter
• Copy Editor

David Routt is an experienced top line editor/motion graphics designer as well as an award-winning writer-producer-director of many different genres, including (but not limited to) documentary, corporate and commercial. I offer full-service production via Paint It Black TV, based in Phoenix, Arizona but can take my robust skill sets on the road for mobile edits or productions. Paint It Black TV is a team of professional visual storytellers working out of the Phoenix area, providing robust experience in many genres of video production, including documentary, marketing and commercial. We are flexible and easy to work with - always keeping client needs in primary focus.

• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Creative Director
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist