Brent Knauff

Brent Knauff

2D / 3D Animation Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Creative Director, NextAfter | Animation, Video Production

  • Education

    • The Art Institutes

      2010 - 2014
      Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Media Arts and Animation

      Activities and Societies: Open House Presenter

  • Experience

    • Latchkey Studios, LLC

      Jan 2014 - Jul 2016
      2D / 3D Animation Specialist

      Specialized in creating 2D and 3D animations and motion graphics, as well as visual effects.

    • MarketingSherpa

      Jan 2015 - Jan 2017
      Manager, Motion Graphics & Animation

      I served as an in-house animator for a marketing-research company. Responsibilities included:• Storyboarded, Scripted & Animated Motion Graphics for promos/stingers used at events.• Designed, Modeled & Textured 3D background environments.• Pitched, Developed & Coordinated A/B split test for homepage animated video.• Led teams in Filming interviews, testimonials and b-roll at Marketing Summits.• Filmed & Live-switched cameras at Marketing Summits & Media Centers.• Captured & Edited b-roll with other footage for promos.• Keyed & Color-corrected Greenscreen footage for various promos/webclinics.• Utilized interactive software to create educational courses for a Certificates Program. Show less

    • JustAddVideo

      Jul 2016 - Nov 2024
      Co-Founder & Creative Production Director

      Just Add Video is a production company located in Jacksonville, FL, specializing in video production and animation. I co-founded the company in 2016 and act as the Art and Creative Director, managing every aspect of our production pipeline, both internally and for our clients.In addition to being our lead animator for motion-based projects, I also serve as a Director for our multiple videography shoots, occasionally stepping in as a Director of Photography for smaller projects.Full Role / Responsibilities:•Working with the brand team to produce new ideas for company branding, promotional campaigns, and marketing communications.•Directing brainstorming meetings and creative sessions.•Supervising the department's daily workflow, assigning project workloads, and monitoring deadlines and budgets.•Developing exceptional and well-crafted copy that meet clients’ requirements•Determine how best to represent a concept visually•Develop the overall look or style of a publication, an advertising campaign, or a theater, television, or film set•Manage graphic designers, set and exhibit designers, and video production•Review and approve designs, artwork, photography, and graphics developed by other staff members•Talk to clients to develop an artistic approach and style•Present designs to clients for approval•Filming video on set and on location Show less

    • NextAfter

      Aug 2024 - now
      Creative Director

      As Creative Director, I have two distinct areas of focus. The first is internalactivities related to the production of marketing and training assets for the company itself. Thesecond is external activities related to the production of revenue-generating video services tobe marketed to the NextAfter client base. Specifically I'm am primarily responsible for creative execution in regard to these activities.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Remote Pilot Certificate

      Federal Aviation Administration
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Video Specialist

      Issued by Mission: Morale on Nov 2019
      Mission: MoraleAssociated with Brent Knauff
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Jacksonville Humane Society on Jul 2015
      Jacksonville Humane SocietyAssociated with Brent Knauff