


JOSH TUMPAK
Creative Lead / Senior Motion Designer / Art Director
Experienced leading multimedia projects from concept through final delivery, including explainer videos, product demonstrations, software walkthroughs, digital campaigns, and branded content. Skilled at team leadership, mentoring designers, collaborating across disciplines, and creating motion, video, and brand experiences that balance craft, clarity, usability, and business goals.
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
Received Best of Show at the 2023 AAF Cleveland ADDY Awards for leading the animation and motion design of an award-winning campaign
Led the growth of Clum Creative’s animation department, which ultimately accounted for nearly 50% of company revenue
CTAM Silver Mark Award (2010) for Comcast animated TV spot
EXPERIENCE
Senior Motion Designer / Art Director - Clum Creative, Cleveland, OH
APRIL 2018 - FEBRUARY 2026
Built and led a six-person internal team and managed up to 12 external contractors supporting animation projects nationwide
Led the development of motion graphics, 2D/3D animation, and video content for digital campaigns, social media, and branded content
Worked directly with clients from concept through final delivery, developing storyboards, visual direction, animation, and post-production for explainer videos, product demonstrations, software walkthroughs, and branded campaigns
Translated complex products, technical concepts, and software workflows into clear, engaging visual narratives for customers, prospects, and internal audiences
Created animated UI sequences, screen demonstrations, and product-focused content that communicated features, workflows, and user benefits
Conceptualized and delivered visual storytelling solutions for digital campaigns, integrating marketing, design, and stakeholder feedback for maximum impact
Led the development of motion graphics, 2D/3D animation, and video content for digital campaigns, social media, and branded content
Composed video content using Adobe Premiere Pro, including sequencing, pacing, audio integration, and final delivery
Grew Clum Creative’s animation department during its recognition as the Weatherhead 100’s Fastest Growing Small Business
Motion Designer - Self-Employed
FEBRUARY 2026 - PRESENT
Work with advertising agencies, production studios, and directly with clients to create explainer videos, corporate training/tutorials, effects shots, commercials, and more
Provide scriptwriting, storyboarding, asset design and illustration, motion graphics, and 3D modeling/animation
Manage client communication, creative direction, and project management 6181FF
Motion Designer - Goldenseal Motion Design, Ravenna, OH
AUGUST 2013 - APRIL 2018
Crafted end-to-end video content including scripting, animation, visual effects, and editing for marketing and advertising campaigns
Managed client relationships, project scopes, timelines, and budgets across multiple concurrent projects
Delivered customized creative solutions for marketing, advertising, and digital media campaigns across a diverse client base
Motion Graphics Director - GO2 Partners, Twinsburg, OH
OCTOBER 2007 - AUGUST 2013
Directed and mentored creative staff while contributing hands-on to production
Collaborated with cross-functional teams including copywriters, designers, and marketing teams
Delivered motion graphics, animation, and video content for television commercials, digital campaigns, and broader marketing initiatives
Guided concept development, storyboarding, and creative execution for video and motion projects
Assembled video sequences and integrated motion graphics, visual effects, and audio
Senior Editor - AVP Digital, Warren, OH
SEPTEMBER 2003 - OCTOBER 2007
Edited and produced 300+ video projects for broadcast and digital distribution
Integrated motion graphics, animation, and visual effects into video content
Managed client communication, project coordination, and production workflows
Supported video production including shooting, lighting, and post-production
SKILLS
Creative & Production
Motion Design & Animation (2D/3D)
Character Illustration, Animation & Storyboarding
UI Animation
Motion Tracking & Compositing
Art Direction & Visual Development
Video & Audio Editing
Presentation/Slide Design
Working knowledge of HTML/CSS
Software
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
3ds Max
Figma
Blender
Unity (Basic)
AI / Generative Tools (Pika, Runway, Midjourney, ChatGPT, Elevenlabs)
Google Workspace (Slides, Sheets, Docs)
Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote, Word)
Productivity & Workflow
Content Creation for Social Media and Digital Platforms
Multi-Platform Video Formats (9:16, 1:1, 16:9)
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Creative Direction & Team Leadership
Client Communication & Presentation
Workflow Optimization
EDUCATION
Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science, Media Arts and Animation

