CONTACT
Toronto, ON
PORTFOLIO
SKILLS
- Leadership
- Communication
- Client Relations
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
LANGUAGES
- English 100%
- Spanish 90%
- French 40%
EDUCATION
CLASSICAL ANIMATION, DIPLOMA
Sheridan College | 1993 – 1996
EXPERTISE
- Conceptualizing
- Script Writing
- Storyboarding
- Video Editing
- 3D Animation
- 2D Animation
- Motion Design
- Compositing
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Software Marketing
- Video Compression
- Generative AI
SOFTWARE
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Autodesk 3ds Max
- Maxon Redshift
- Chaos VRay
- Element 3D
- Maxon Red Giant
- WordPress
- Visual Studio
- Midjourney AI
- Adobe Firefly
- Runway ML
- Kling AI
- Luma AI
INDUSTRIES
- Entertainment
- Healthcare
- Food
- Energy
- Technology
- Automotive
- Education
- Mining
- Non-Profit
- Financial Services
AWARDS
2004 BRITISH ACADEMY AWARD
Best Short Animation: “Plumber”
2011 PIXIE PLATINUM AWARD
Outstanding Achievement: “Smuckers”
2011 PIXIE PLATINUM AWARD
Outstanding Achievement: “Toblerone”
2009 BDA WORLD GOLD AWARD
Network Package Design: “Ztele”
2007 CG CHOICE AWARD
Kraft “Geyser”
2007 CG CHOICE AWARD
Autodesk “Media & Entertainment”
2007 CG CHOICE AWARD
Robin Hood “Giving”
PROFILE
Richard Rosenman is a senior creative director, 3D animator and motion designer with over 25 years in the video and animation industry.
He has directed, managed and supervised teams of creative designers, collaborated with clients, and developed tools and pipelines to enhance production.
He has directed hundreds of projects, many award-winning, in collaboration with top advertising agencies such as Y&R, DDB, FCB, BBDO, Cossette, Ogilvy & Mather, JWT, Leo Burnett, MacLaren McCann, McCann Erickson, Saatchi, TBWA, Sid Lee, Taxi, and many more.
He has developed content for some of the world’s top brands including Ford, Pepsi, Kraft, Disney, Coca-Cola, Nestle, Kellogg’s, P&G, KPMG, Samsung, Bell, Toyota, Teletoon, Smucker’s, ConAgra, Toblerone, RBC, Walmart, Fiat, Cadbury, Expedia, Autodesk, Honda, Quaker, Blackberry, Mini, Advil, OLG, Toshiba, Puma, Wendy’s and more.
He co-directed a 3D animated short film in 2004 that was nominated for a British Academy Award (BAFTA).
WORK EXPERIENCE
CEO / CREATIVE DIRECTOR / ANIMATION DIRECTOR / MOTION DESIGNER
Hatch Studios | 2006 – PRESENT
Developed hundreds of animated video campaigns for advertising agencies, businesses and end clients.
- Collaborated with clients to develop visual concepts that align with project goals and brand guidelines.
- Directed the conceptualization and execution of marketing campaigns, advertisements, and multimedia content across digital, print, and social platforms.
- Managed teams of artists and designers, ensuring efficient production and schedules milestones were met, fostering innovation and collaboration.
- Evolved with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design innovations to keep creative strategies unique and competitive.
- Met all deadlines, managed multiple projects simultaneously, and maintained strong attention to detail throughout the production process.
- Problem-solved technical and creative problems, providing alternative options and solution.
- Managed creative budgets, allocated resources efficiently, and ensured projects were delivered on time and within scope.
- Applied emerging technologies including generative AI.
ANIMATION INSTRUCTOR
Centennial College | 2016 – 2016
Part-time instructor for “Character Animation” course, featuring fundamental animation concepts.
- Prepared course syllabus for entire semester.
- Helped students one-on-one with in-class assignments.
- Graded student assignments and performance reports.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR / ANIMATION DIRECTOR / COMPOSITOR
Redrover Studios | 2000 – 2006
Led the 3D animation department, engaged with clients, and integrated new tools and software into the animation pipeline. Developed numerous animated video campaigns for advertising agencies, businesses and end clients.
- Collaborated with clients to develop visual concepts that align with project goals and brand guidelines.
- Directed the conceptualization and execution of marketing campaigns, advertisements, and multimedia content across digital, print, and social platforms.
- Managed teams of artists and designers, ensuring efficient production and schedules milestones were met, fostering innovation and collaboration.
- Evolved with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design innovations to keep creative strategies unique and competitive.
- Met all deadlines, managed multiple projects simultaneously, and maintained strong attention to detail throughout the production process.
- Problem-solved technical and creative problems, providing alternative options and solution.
- Assisted in production through storyboarding, animation and compositing.
ANIMATION INSTRUCTOR / DESIGN INSTRUCTOR
Academy of Design | 1997 – 2000
Part-time instructor for “Animation Fundamentals” and “Designing for Animation” courses.
- Prepared course syllabus for entire semester.
- Helped students one-on-one with in-class assignments.
- Graded student assignments and performance reports.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR / ANIMATOR
Topix VFX Studios (Tantrum Studio) | 1997 – 2000
Developed numerous animated video campaigns for advertising agencies, businesses and end clients.
- Collaborated with clients to develop visual concepts that align with project goals and brand guidelines.
- Directed the conceptualization and execution of marketing campaigns, advertisements, and multimedia content across digital, print, and social platforms.
- Managed teams of artists and designers, ensuring efficient production and schedules milestones were met, fostering innovation and collaboration.
- Evolved with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design innovations to keep creative strategies unique and competitive.
- Met all deadlines, managed multiple projects simultaneously, and maintained strong attention to detail throughout the production process.
- Problem-solved technical and creative problems, providing alternative options and solution.
- Assisted in production through storyboarding, animation and compositing.
PERSONAL PROJECTS
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
Richard Rosenman Advertising & Design | richardrosenman.com
Developed numerous Adobe plugins for Photoshop and After Effects to improve production, generate unique effects, and facilitate post-production requirements.