John Dickinson
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Rowan Matheson
John is an Extraordinary Motion Graphic Designer, he has great creative vision, and he is fast! For over 20 years I have been Producing VFX Film on Hollywood films and Motion Graphics for Television Networks around the world. John is a part of my Dream Team and one of the first Designers I will request on any job. From Visual Effects, to Motion Graphics, to Branding, he is a great talent. The Design Industry jokes about John being ‘The Yoda’ of Design Software…but its no joke. If I have a creative vision, or a creative impossible challenge for him, before I can even finish what I’m saying; John has a strategy in place with multi pieces of software, and he can give me a delivery time that he has never fail me on. He is literally a Design machine, and he has my utmost respect. I have worked with John when I have consulted at various TV Networks, on multiple high-end campaigns. He has always been a Star and made me look good in front of clients and Bosses. I thoroughly enjoy the experience of working with John remotely / online. I have contracted Johns company Motion Works to create the Visual Effects, Motion Graphics, and Branding on multiple campaigns that have required HD. We discuss on Skype, screen share to work through design, Dropbox material and the entire team has found him to be super efficient. If John was to ever suggest it is best working remotely on a project so he can use the power of his own studio and software, do not hesitate a second and jump at this opportunity. I can not recommend John and Motionworks more highly. Well, thats unless I need him on a Campaign, then please don’t book him before I do.
Clare Cahill
Over the past 11 years I have had the pleasure of working with John on many occasions. John came to work with Adobe an Ambassador, back in 2003 and he showcases our After Effects technology like no-one else. He has the ability to make creating look like a very easy thing to do and that is a great talent in itself. John has created content, workshops, eseminars and seminar content from scratch for Adobe. He presents like a real pro and I hope that we continue to leverage his talents for many years.
Rowan Matheson
John is an Extraordinary Motion Graphic Designer, he has great creative vision, and he is fast! For over 20 years I have been Producing VFX Film on Hollywood films and Motion Graphics for Television Networks around the world. John is a part of my Dream Team and one of the first Designers I will request on any job. From Visual Effects, to Motion Graphics, to Branding, he is a great talent. The Design Industry jokes about John being ‘The Yoda’ of Design Software…but its no joke. If I have a creative vision, or a creative impossible challenge for him, before I can even finish what I’m saying; John has a strategy in place with multi pieces of software, and he can give me a delivery time that he has never fail me on. He is literally a Design machine, and he has my utmost respect. I have worked with John when I have consulted at various TV Networks, on multiple high-end campaigns. He has always been a Star and made me look good in front of clients and Bosses. I thoroughly enjoy the experience of working with John remotely / online. I have contracted Johns company Motion Works to create the Visual Effects, Motion Graphics, and Branding on multiple campaigns that have required HD. We discuss on Skype, screen share to work through design, Dropbox material and the entire team has found him to be super efficient. If John was to ever suggest it is best working remotely on a project so he can use the power of his own studio and software, do not hesitate a second and jump at this opportunity. I can not recommend John and Motionworks more highly. Well, thats unless I need him on a Campaign, then please don’t book him before I do.
Clare Cahill
Over the past 11 years I have had the pleasure of working with John on many occasions. John came to work with Adobe an Ambassador, back in 2003 and he showcases our After Effects technology like no-one else. He has the ability to make creating look like a very easy thing to do and that is a great talent in itself. John has created content, workshops, eseminars and seminar content from scratch for Adobe. He presents like a real pro and I hope that we continue to leverage his talents for many years.
Rowan Matheson
John is an Extraordinary Motion Graphic Designer, he has great creative vision, and he is fast! For over 20 years I have been Producing VFX Film on Hollywood films and Motion Graphics for Television Networks around the world. John is a part of my Dream Team and one of the first Designers I will request on any job. From Visual Effects, to Motion Graphics, to Branding, he is a great talent. The Design Industry jokes about John being ‘The Yoda’ of Design Software…but its no joke. If I have a creative vision, or a creative impossible challenge for him, before I can even finish what I’m saying; John has a strategy in place with multi pieces of software, and he can give me a delivery time that he has never fail me on. He is literally a Design machine, and he has my utmost respect. I have worked with John when I have consulted at various TV Networks, on multiple high-end campaigns. He has always been a Star and made me look good in front of clients and Bosses. I thoroughly enjoy the experience of working with John remotely / online. I have contracted Johns company Motion Works to create the Visual Effects, Motion Graphics, and Branding on multiple campaigns that have required HD. We discuss on Skype, screen share to work through design, Dropbox material and the entire team has found him to be super efficient. If John was to ever suggest it is best working remotely on a project so he can use the power of his own studio and software, do not hesitate a second and jump at this opportunity. I can not recommend John and Motionworks more highly. Well, thats unless I need him on a Campaign, then please don’t book him before I do.
Clare Cahill
Over the past 11 years I have had the pleasure of working with John on many occasions. John came to work with Adobe an Ambassador, back in 2003 and he showcases our After Effects technology like no-one else. He has the ability to make creating look like a very easy thing to do and that is a great talent in itself. John has created content, workshops, eseminars and seminar content from scratch for Adobe. He presents like a real pro and I hope that we continue to leverage his talents for many years.
Rowan Matheson
John is an Extraordinary Motion Graphic Designer, he has great creative vision, and he is fast! For over 20 years I have been Producing VFX Film on Hollywood films and Motion Graphics for Television Networks around the world. John is a part of my Dream Team and one of the first Designers I will request on any job. From Visual Effects, to Motion Graphics, to Branding, he is a great talent. The Design Industry jokes about John being ‘The Yoda’ of Design Software…but its no joke. If I have a creative vision, or a creative impossible challenge for him, before I can even finish what I’m saying; John has a strategy in place with multi pieces of software, and he can give me a delivery time that he has never fail me on. He is literally a Design machine, and he has my utmost respect. I have worked with John when I have consulted at various TV Networks, on multiple high-end campaigns. He has always been a Star and made me look good in front of clients and Bosses. I thoroughly enjoy the experience of working with John remotely / online. I have contracted Johns company Motion Works to create the Visual Effects, Motion Graphics, and Branding on multiple campaigns that have required HD. We discuss on Skype, screen share to work through design, Dropbox material and the entire team has found him to be super efficient. If John was to ever suggest it is best working remotely on a project so he can use the power of his own studio and software, do not hesitate a second and jump at this opportunity. I can not recommend John and Motionworks more highly. Well, thats unless I need him on a Campaign, then please don’t book him before I do.
Clare Cahill
Over the past 11 years I have had the pleasure of working with John on many occasions. John came to work with Adobe an Ambassador, back in 2003 and he showcases our After Effects technology like no-one else. He has the ability to make creating look like a very easy thing to do and that is a great talent in itself. John has created content, workshops, eseminars and seminar content from scratch for Adobe. He presents like a real pro and I hope that we continue to leverage his talents for many years.
Credentials
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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116)
Inspire Education Pty LtdJan, 2019- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Boris FX
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Design Director
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Aug 2022 - Present
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Director of Motion Graphics
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Feb 2020 - Aug 2022
Motion graphic design and production, 3D and 2D asset creation, tutorials, live presentations, software development and testing.
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Freelance, self-employed
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Animation and Post-production
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1 - 100 Employee
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3D Modeling, Rendering, Asset Creation, Product Visualisation
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Feb 2016 - Present
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Director
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Jan 2005 - Feb 2020
With motionworks.net, John combines 19 years of industry experience with a proven teaching ability to provide high quality learning resources that encourage and challenge participants to break through to new levels of excellence and impact in their work. John also developed the “Making It Look Great” Video Workshop Series and co-developed “MovieType” for Cinema 4D and Element 3D. • “Motionworks Has always been a go to spot to look for ideas and inspiration when I start a new project “ - @adamschmisek • “The batman logo tutorial inspired me to learn After Effects. After Effects work is now my job, and the site continues to teach and inspire me”. @joeyriverrocks1 “I wouldn't have a career in motion design if it wasn't for the insight, inspiration, and tutelage of Motionworks.net” - @beshagpoor • “Motionworks showed me style and how to smile even in busy times”. - @Sehreiz
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Freelance
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Egypt
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Software Trainer & Presenter
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Jan 2003 - Feb 2020
For over a 15 years John has presented at conferences, demoed and prepared training videos for various software companies in the U.S.A and Australia including: Red Giant Software, Boris FX, GenArts Inc. and Adobe. For over a 15 years John has presented at conferences, demoed and prepared training videos for various software companies in the U.S.A and Australia including: Red Giant Software, Boris FX, GenArts Inc. and Adobe.
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
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Australia
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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700 & Above Employee
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Designer - "Shortcuts To Glory" Series One
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May 2016 - Dec 2016
A cooking show with a twist. Triple J presenter Matt Okine is on a mission to learn how to cook. The best chefs in Australia teach him the basics, from mac and cheese to marvellous roast lamb. Broadcast on ABC 1 from July 2017. KEY DELIVERABLES - Lower third and overlay design and production (Illustrator, After Effects) - Transition design and production (Illustrator, After Effects) - Opening title logo design, production and animation (Illustrator, After Effects, Cinema 4D) - Quick Tips segment title design and animation (Illustrator, After Effects) - 20 x Quick Tip type integration into existing shots (After Effects, Mocha Pro) - 40 x Hero dish animations including deep etching shots. (Photoshop, After Effects)
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Head of Design
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Jan 2011 - Feb 2016
Initially entering this role as Senior Designer, John was promoted to Head of Design as the team grew. As Head of Design, John continued his duties as Senior Designer and assisted the Creative Director by ensuring the design department ran smoothly and efficiently, delivering high quality output on every job.As well as working daily in Cinema 4D, After Effects, Photoshop and a variety of other applications, John actively helped colleagues in problem solving exercises, leading by example in encouraging them to improve their software skills and push creative boundaries.KEY SKILLS• Concept development for campaigns & channel branding• Ident design• Title design• Promo design• Lower third and full frame super design• Logo Design• Storyboarding• Shoot direction• VFX supervision on shoots• VFX including motion tracking, rotoscoping and compositing• 3D Modelling• Print design for Foxtel magazine• Poster design for Foxtel OnDemand/Store
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Senior Designer
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Nov 2001 - Jan 2011
John initially commenced this role on a 6 month contract to launch Fox Footy Channel. During that time he created on air-graphics including opening titles, lower third and full frame supers, interstitials, teasers, promos and print marketing for a range of shows including Fox League Teams. After the contract John remained with Foxtel Design for almost 10 years creating on-air graphics for a variety of channels including Fox 8, National Geographic Channel, The Comedy Channel, Foxtel Box Office, UKTV, Fox Classics, Fox Kids, Crime Investigation Network, The History Channel, W Channel and Main Event. John also trained a number of other designers to use After Effects during this period.KEY SKILLS• Concept development for campaigns & channel branding.• Ident design• Title design• Promo design• Lower third and full frame super design• Logo Design• Storyboarding• Shoot direction• VFX supervision on shoots• VFX including motion tracking, rotoscoping and compositing.• Print design for Foxtel magazine.• Poster design for Foxtel OnDemand/Store.
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Lecturer
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1999 - 2001
At the Computer Graphics College John designed and taught the Adobe After Effects course. During this time he received a Certificate 2 in Work-based Training. At the Computer Graphics College John designed and taught the Adobe After Effects course. During this time he received a Certificate 2 in Work-based Training.
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Education
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1998 - 1999
The Computer Graphics College
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1977 - 1982
Normanhurst Boys High
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Metro Screen
Video Production
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