I am a versatile Motion Designer and Art Director with over 7 years of experience developing creative campaigns for diverse industries such as energy, pharmaceuticals, fashion, and culture.
Over the past few years, I have had the honor of working on exciting projects with some of the industry’s leading brands and organizations.
Roche, Greenpeace, Lindt, Die 3 Fragezeichen, Redfield Records, Century Media, Green Planet Energy, VDS (Verband der deutschen Sprecherinnen), VDF (Verband der Feuerwehren NRW), Zeit, WDR, Metal Hammer, Sputten Mosh, AMP, HUT.de, Ze.tt.
Passionate about the creative industry, I bring top-level design and animation skills with a strong attention to detail. I have a solid understanding of branding, motion systems, and toolkits, paired with a collaborative spirit—open to listening, clear communication, and creative compromise. With a can-do attitude, I’m solution-oriented and always ready to put in the hard work. Driven by curiosity, I stay up-to-date with emerging design technologies and animation techniques, keeping an eye on the future of the industry.
Want to take a look through the projects? For the password, just drop me a DM on Instagram, LinkedIn, or send me an email at Mathias.whelan@gmail.com. 😉
プロジェクトを見てみたいですか? パスワードについては、InstagramやLinkedInでDMを送るか、Mathias.whelan@gmail.com にメールを送ってください。😉
Möchtest du mal in die Projekte reinschauen? Für das Passwort schick mir einfach eine DM auf Instagram, LinkedIn oder eine E-Mail an Mathias.whelan@gmail.com. 😉
¿Quieres echar un vistazo a los proyectos? Para la contraseña, mándame un mensaje directo en Instagram, LinkedIn o envíame un correo a Mathias.whelan@gmail.com. 😉
CV
since 2016
Freelance Art Direction & Motiondesign
Creation of campaign assets to promote concerts and events, with a special focus on the music industry.
Collaboration with musicians, music producers, and event organizers to conceptualize and implement visual content for campaigns, including social media content, video teasers, and digital promotional materials.
Working on creative projects tailored to the specific needs of artists and organizers, with an emphasis on promoting live events.
2021 - 2024
Senior Motiondesigner & Artdirector
Development and execution of corporate branding and branding campaigns for clients across various industries, including energy, pharmaceuticals, associations, marketing teams, and government institutions.
Responsibility for creating templates and social media content to enhance brand presence.
Leading an interdisciplinary creative team to develop and implement innovative motion designs in campaigns.
Development and execution of comprehensive campaigns that cover TV, social media, out-of-home (OoH), and online platforms for clients in the energy, pharmaceutical, and public sectors, as well as for associations and marketing teams.
Creation of motion design content for various media, including commercials, social media videos, and explainer films.
Close collaboration with clients to design and implement customized campaigns tailored to different target audiences.
2020 - 2021
Motiondesigner
Conceptualization and implementation of comprehensive marketing campaigns covering TV, social media, out-of-home advertising, and online platforms for clients in the publishing, fashion, and beauty industries.
Development of commercials, social media content, and explainer videos to convey brand messages and product benefits.
Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to create innovative and visually appealing content for diverse target audiences.
2015 -2017
Studio Assistant
WDR, Münster & Köln,
Nordrhein-Westfalen
2009 - 2012
Production Assistant
Paradeiser Productions, MAKE, Klangsport
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Assisted in the execution of theater and music productions, focusing on technical solutions for stage and production requirements.
Developed and built technical solutions on-site to ensure the smooth execution of performances and events.
2022 - 2023
Lecturer in Motion Design & Second Examiner
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Led a course in Motion Design & Filmmaking, where students learned both theoretical foundations and practical skills in animation and film production.
Served as second examiner for media projects and theses; supported students in developing concepts and implementing their bachelor projects.
2019
Lecturer for Introduction to Film Production
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Conducted a comprehensive course in film production focused on camera work, lighting design, and recording techniques.
Developed and coordinated all course content, combining theoretical sessions with practical assignments to provide students with hands-on, industry-relevant knowledge.
2017 - 2018
Tutor for Film and Studio Technology
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Introduced students to the technical fundamentals of film production, including video codecs, digital color spaces, and studio equipment.
Provided technical instruction in video and studio technology, with a strong emphasis on practical film production skills, and managed the film equipment rental service.
2015 - 2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Media Design
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
2012 - 2014
Design Technical Assistant (GTA) – Focus on Media Design
Adolph Kolping Vocational College
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
2022
Advanced Motion Methods – Certificate
School of Motion (Online)
2022 - 2024
Motion Pro and Blender + After Effects
Motion Design School (Online)
Regular Participation in Seminars and Workshops
I am a versatile Motion Designer and Art Director with over 7 years of experience developing creative campaigns for diverse industries such as energy, pharmaceuticals, fashion, and culture.
Over the past few years, I have had the honor of working on exciting projects with some of the industry’s leading brands and organizations.
Roche, Greenpeace, Lindt, Die 3 Fragezeichen, Redfield Records, Century Media, Green Planet Energy, VDS (Verband der deutschen Sprecherinnen), VDF (Verband der Feuerwehren NRW), Zeit, WDR, Metal Hammer, Sputten Mosh, AMP, HUT.de, Ze.tt.
Passionate about the creative industry, I bring top-level design and animation skills with a strong attention to detail. I have a solid understanding of branding, motion systems, and toolkits, paired with a collaborative spirit—open to listening, clear communication, and creative compromise. With a can-do attitude, I’m solution-oriented and always ready to put in the hard work. Driven by curiosity, I stay up-to-date with emerging design technologies and animation techniques, keeping an eye on the future of the industry.
Want to take a look through the projects? For the password, just drop me a DM on Instagram, LinkedIn, or send me an email at Mathias.whelan@gmail.com. 😉
プロジェクトを見てみたいですか? パスワードについては、InstagramやLinkedInでDMを送るか、Mathias.whelan@gmail.com にメールを送ってください。😉
Möchtest du mal in die Projekte reinschauen? Für das Passwort schick mir einfach eine DM auf Instagram, LinkedIn oder eine E-Mail an Mathias.whelan@gmail.com. 😉
¿Quieres echar un vistazo a los proyectos? Para la contraseña, mándame un mensaje directo en Instagram, LinkedIn o envíame un correo a Mathias.whelan@gmail.com. 😉
CV
since 2016
Freelance Art Direction & Motiondesign
Creation of campaign assets to promote concerts and events, with a special focus on the music industry.
Collaboration with musicians, music producers, and event organizers to conceptualize and implement visual content for campaigns, including social media content, video teasers, and digital promotional materials.
Working on creative projects tailored to the specific needs of artists and organizers, with an emphasis on promoting live events.
2021 - 2024
Senior Motiondesigner & Artdirector
Development and execution of corporate branding and branding campaigns for clients across various industries, including energy, pharmaceuticals, associations, marketing teams, and government institutions.
Responsibility for creating templates and social media content to enhance brand presence.
Leading an interdisciplinary creative team to develop and implement innovative motion designs in campaigns.
Development and execution of comprehensive campaigns that cover TV, social media, out-of-home (OoH), and online platforms for clients in the energy, pharmaceutical, and public sectors, as well as for associations and marketing teams.
Creation of motion design content for various media, including commercials, social media videos, and explainer films.
Close collaboration with clients to design and implement customized campaigns tailored to different target audiences.
2020 - 2021
Motiondesigner
Conceptualization and implementation of comprehensive marketing campaigns covering TV, social media, out-of-home advertising, and online platforms for clients in the publishing, fashion, and beauty industries.
Development of commercials, social media content, and explainer videos to convey brand messages and product benefits.
Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to create innovative and visually appealing content for diverse target audiences.
2015 -2017
Studio Assistant
WDR, Münster & Köln,
Nordrhein-Westfalen
2009 - 2012
Production Assistant
Paradeiser Productions, MAKE, Klangsport
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Assisted in the execution of theater and music productions, focusing on technical solutions for stage and production requirements.
Developed and built technical solutions on-site to ensure the smooth execution of performances and events.
2022 - 2023
Lecturer in Motion Design & Second Examiner
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Led a course in Motion Design & Filmmaking, where students learned both theoretical foundations and practical skills in animation and film production.
Served as second examiner for media projects and theses; supported students in developing concepts and implementing their bachelor projects.
2019
Lecturer for Introduction to Film Production
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Conducted a comprehensive course in film production focused on camera work, lighting design, and recording techniques.
Developed and coordinated all course content, combining theoretical sessions with practical assignments to provide students with hands-on, industry-relevant knowledge.
2017 - 2018
Tutor for Film and Studio Technology
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
Introduced students to the technical fundamentals of film production, including video codecs, digital color spaces, and studio equipment.
Provided technical instruction in video and studio technology, with a strong emphasis on practical film production skills, and managed the film equipment rental service.
2015 - 2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Media Design
University of Applied Sciences Münster,
Münster School of Design,
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
2012 - 2014
Design Technical Assistant (GTA) – Focus on Media Design
Adolph Kolping Vocational College
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia
2022
Advanced Motion Methods – Certificate
School of Motion (Online)
2022 - 2024
Motion Pro and Blender + After Effects
Motion Design School (Online)
Regular Participation in Seminars and Workshops
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Let's work together!
Telefon: +49 (0) 176 647 314 37
E-Mail: mathias.whelan@gmail.com
Let's work together!
Telefon: +49 (0) 176 647 314 37
E-Mail: mathias.whelan@gmail.com