Brian Close
Bethlehem, CT / NYC
bbrriiaanncclloossee@gmail.com
(347) 277-1352
SUMMARY
Versatile, award-winning creative professional with 20+ years of experience in motion graphics, animation, design, and sound. Known for quickly generating diverse ideas and aesthetics, then refining them into polished final executions. Skilled across all digital platforms—both traditional and experimental. Thrives in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering exceptional results under tight deadlines.
EXPERIENCE
Founder & Creative Director | Georgia
New York, NY | 2011 – 2024
Co-founded and grew a design studio, serving as the sole animator and designer.
Worked with high-profile clients such as Uber, Apple, Vogue, Powerade, Vice, 7-11, Muji, Slam Jam, and Boiler Room.
Created a unique niche in the industry by straddling the line between subcultural, underground aesthetics in music and art, and high-profile brand design work.
Founding Partner & Creative Director | Lifelong Friendship Society
New York, NY | 2004 – 2011
Co-founded and scaled a creative agency, growing the team to over 10 designers and animators within five years.
Directed multi-platform design projects for high-profile clients including Starbucks, MTV, and Volkswagen.
Managed creative execution across multiple channels, delivering impactful visuals aligned with client goals.
Positioned Lifelong Friendship Society as a competitive player in NYC’s design market.
Developed award-winning visual content, earning industry recognition and reinforcing client relationships.
Received Young Gun Award from the Art Directors Club for exceptional creative talent.
Senior Art Director | VH1
New York, NY | 2001 – 2006
Led motion graphics and visual design for VH1’s on-air promotions and campaigns from concept to completion.
Produced high-quality content for the network’s top shows and special promotions.
Delivered creative leadership on VH1’s most successful promotions, enhancing the brand’s visual identity.
Won 12 Broadcast Design Awards for visually dynamic campaigns that increased viewer engagement and upheld VH1’s brand image.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics
Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY | 2001
SKILLS
Core Competencies:
Motion Graphics & 3D Animation
Storyboarding, Conceptualization & Compositing
Sound Design & Composition
Video Edit
Creative Direction & Brand Storytelling
Technical Proficiencies:
Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Blender
Sound Design Tools (Ableton, Logic)