Motion & Graphic Designer — Arlington, VA
Bringing stories to life through motion graphics, illustration, and design. Available full time for clients who want work that actually moves people.
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bp Energy
Motion graphics campaign illustrating bp's carbon capture and storage initiative across the US Midwest, turning complex infrastructure into an accessible visual story.
bp Pulse
Animated explainer and campaign graphics for bp Pulse's expanding EV charging network, communicating scale, speed, and accessibility for a new generation of drivers.
PhRMA
Advocacy motion graphics for PhRMA demystifying the role of pharmaceutical middlemen in drug pricing, translating policy complexity into a sharp, persuasive visual narrative.
About
I'm Nicolas Tan, a motion and graphic designer based in Arlington, VA. My work sits at the intersection of storytelling and visual craft; I believe the best animations don't just look good, they make complex things feel easy to comprehend.
I've worked with major brands including bp, UPS, PhRMA, and Rosetta Stone, as well as government affairs clients where clarity and persuasion are everything. Currently open to new collaborations.
My toolkit is anchored in After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with a background that spans motion graphics, illustration, and interactive design. I'm constantly learning and expanding my skillset by incorporating AI tools and workflows in this fast paced world.
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Available for full-time roles and freelance projects. If you have a story to tell through motion, let's talk.
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