Pablo Rivas

Hi there! My name is Pablo.

I’m a motion designer and animator based in New York City. I create bold, expressive visual work across motion graphics, branding, and 2D animation. My design style is rooted in rhythm, movement, and emotional storytelling.

After working several years in strategic marketing, I discovered the wonderful world of motion graphics and animation, which led me to pursue an MFA in Computer Arts at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. I specialize in motion graphics and 2D animation and am set to graduate in Spring 2027.

I’m currently pursuing new opportunities for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Feel free to reach out for collaborations, freelance work, or just to say hi!

See my resume! ⬇

Experience

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Motion Design Intern

Amazon Prime Video & MGM Studios June 2026–August 2027
  • Developed high-quality cinemagraphs and motion graphics content for Digital Out of Home, B2B Sizzle reels, and broadcast platforms.
  • Collaborated on audio integration and sound design, implemented rendering optimization and maintained organized project files and workflows.
  • Supported the team in prepping and adapting visual assets and worked with video content across various specifications.

Motion Designer

Freelance 2024–Present
  • Passion Projects Podcast | 2025
  • First Christian Church | 2024-2025
  • Brew's Blue's Coffee Shop & Beer Garden | 2024

Marketing Specialist

Christian Medical & Dental Associations May 2023–August 2025
  • Aided in developing marketing strategies and campaigns to promote multiple events, with an emphasis for the CMDA National Convention, which is attended by 1000+ constituents, primarily through email and social media marketing.
  • Responsible for creating and coordinating all CMDA emails, as well as being the social media administrator for CMDA’s multiple accounts as well as accounts of their various ministries.
  • A primary graphic designer for the majority of CMDA digital content.

Education

School of Visual Arts

New York City September 2025–Present
  • Master of Fine Arts
  • Computer Arts: Focus in Motion Design & 2D Animation

Milligan University

Johnson City, TN August 2018-May 2023
  • Master of Business Administration
  • August 2022-May 2023
  • BS - Business Administration and Communications
  • August 2018-May 2022

Skills

Software

  • Adobe Suite
  • After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro
  • 3D Software
  • Cinema 4D
  • Email Marketing
  • Higher Logic - Informz

Languages

  • English (Fluent)
  • Spanish (Fluent)