Bryan Thien
Motion Marketing & Digital Content Creator
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You know that feeling when the technical work actually makes the content better? That's what happened here.
Here is an animation I made in two days on my favorite framework for updating a coworker or boss. Had a lot of fun playing around with gradients and path animation in this one!
And umm, I could've just made a static slide deck. But in this swiping and social media world, who is going to look and learn from that? The framework itself is pretty straightforward, but animating it? That's where you can turn a simple concept into something people actually want to watch and share.
I also had collaborative review which helped me catch things I missed. Because sometimes you're so deep in Premiere Pro and After Effects that you need fresh eyes.
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Happy new year and new reel time! 🥳
Looking to improve much more in 2026. My goals this year are:
- Improve my speaking skills
- Niche down and focus on product videos and text
- Work with more talented people in 2026!
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Is 3D modeling the new leader in product visuals? The 3D modeling industry grew from $6.77 billion in 2024 to $7.60 billion in 2025, and is projected to reach $22.19 billion by 2032.
During my Nice Moves MN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/nice-moves-mn/) mentorship program, I took on the challenge of creating a 15-second soda advertisement. While animation was my comfort zone, I had to step into the unfamiliar territory of 3D modeling to bring this project to life.
This journey taught me that growth happens when we're willing to try new things, especially with guidance from someone who's been there before. Even if you're not totally happy with how it turns out, each challenge helps you build new skills that will come in handy later.
What skill have you been hesitant to try?
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Reel Promo I storyboarded, designed and animated
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Like the Avengers, but for After Effects.
These studios and designers changed how I think about motion graphics, animation, and brand storytelling. If you aren't following them yet, you should.
Studios to follow:
Oddfellows
FEVR
BUCK
Ordinary Folk
Ravie .co
Buff Motion
The Furrow
PepRally
Set Angle
Motion Designers to follow:
Sander van Dijk
Jordan Scott
Jakeinmotion
Who are the motion designers or studios that shaped your creative goals? Who should I add for my next must follow post?
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🎨 "Animation is not the art of drawings that move, but the art of movements that are drawn." - Norman McLaren
Ever wondered why some animations feel like butter while others seem... off?
Here's the first tip from my upcoming video series:
✨Match animations at their fastest speeds✨
When two elements move together, they create visual harmony only when their peak velocities align. This subtle technique creates that "everything just works" feeling you see in professional work.
What animation technique has made the biggest difference in your work? Or which one are you struggling with most? I'd love to share more specific tips based on your challenges.
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Premium Beat Personal Project
Work done by me:
- Design
- Illustration
- Animation
- Storyboards
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IBM Smart city Personal Project
Work done by me:
- Animation
- Storyboards
- Design
- Voice Over
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Recently finished my Notion process database overview for clients
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