Hello! I'm Tom Paddon 👋

a freelance motion designer, animator and creative director based in Sheffield, serving globally

specialising in 2D and 3D motion graphics, VFX and animation

for global brands, promotional campaigns and product visualisations.

A gaming scene with pixel art space invaders-style characters seen in the sky between tall buildings, including a pixel green spaceship, a large blue alien, a smaller purple alien, and a white spaceship shooting at the alien.
Google Space Invaders Promo
A woman with reddish-brown hair and a pink blouse, standing behind a transparent screen with floating white mathematical formulas and equations, appearing to think or analyze.
Candy Crush Celebrity Social Campaign
A person in a soccer jersey with the number 8 and the name Pedri walks through a brightly lit tunnel with star decorations on the walls.
Football Manager Launch and Promo Trailers 2020-2024
A soccer player wearing a white RB Leipzig jersey with red and yellow accents, standing with arms crossed in front of a red-lit tunnel with large 3D red '10' figures. Text on the image reads 'EMIL FORSBERG' and 'EMIL' is partially obscured.
RB Leipzig Stadium Graphics
A graphic with the words "LOVE" and "FITT" repeated in various sizes and orientations. The words are primarily in red, white, and blue. The central part forms a clock with the hand pointing to the word "LOVE."
UEFA Champions League logo in black and white.
Illustration of a boxing match between Anthony Joshua and an opponent. Anthony Joshua is throwing a punch, and the opponent is blocking. The background has sparks and glowing effects. Text details: 'Anthony Joshua - Unbeaten in 22 fights.' Logos of Coral and Squawka are at the bottom.
Coral Undefeated Sports Stars Promo
Soccer game scene with players in yellow and blue uniforms, a goalkeeper in pink, an official in black, and a crowd of spectators in the stands. A player in blue is preparing to take a free kick near the penalty area.
Chelsea FC Creative Social Promo GIF
A bottle of Skinny Lager beer with a neon sign in the background that says 'Never Compromise'.
Skinny Lager New Label Reveal
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BRANDS I’VE WORKED WITH AS A FREELANCE MOTION DESIGNER

Red Bull RB Leipzig Stadium Graphics
Google Space Invaders Promo
Dove Beauty Product Promo Campaign
Candy Crush All Stars Celebrity Promo Campaign
Transport for London Logistics Overview Promo
Football Manager Video Game Trailers 2020-2024
Chelsea FC Creative Social Promo GIF
Hyundai Turn the Blues Green Promo Campaign with Chelsea FC
UEFA Champions League logo on a black background with white text.
Coral Undefeated Sports Stars Promo

Services I provide as a motion designer

2D Animation
3D Animation
Motion Graphics
Visual Effects
Web Animation
Logo Animation

Animation and Motion Designer FAQ

About Tom Paddon

  • Tom Paddon is a freelance motion designer, animator, and creative director based in Sheffield with over 7 years of experience creating compelling 2D and 3Dmotion graphics, VFX, and animations. He’s collaborated with global brands like Google, Red Bull, Candy Crush, Chelsea FC, and Hyundai to deliver standout visual campaigns.

  • Serving globally, I specialise in creating motion graphics for promotional campaigns, product visualisations, branded content, social media campaigns, and immersive visual effects for events. My expertise spans 2D and 3D animations, VFX, logo reveals, and interactive motion designs.

  • I primarily use Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D for the bulk of my work. I also utilise plugins like X-Particles, and Red Giant, including Trapcode as well as renderers like Redshift Render and Octane Render. These tools enable me to deliver polished, high-quality motion graphics and visual effects.

Project Expertise

  • Here are a few highlights:

    1. Candy Crush Celebrity Campaign: Integrated gameplay with live-action celebrity footage, enhancing interactions with animated effects​.

    2. Football Manager Trailers (2020–2024): Created dynamic gameplay animations and title sequences for global audiences​.

    3. Chelsea FC Social Campaign: Designed a humorous GIF featuring Mason Mount using advanced tools like content-aware fill in After Effects​.

    4. Skinny Lager Label Reveal: Showcased a premium brand evolution with dynamic label transitions and neon aesthetics​.

    5. Google Space Invaders: Crafted nostalgic 3D animations for Google’s Geospatial API campaign​.

  • Absolutely. I have extensive experience adapting designs to meet strict branding requirements, as seen in projects like RB Leipzig’s stadium graphics and Coral’s promotional campaigns​​.

  • Efficient workflows and meticulous project planning ensure I deliver high-quality results even under pressure. Collaborative tools and iterative feedback loops play a crucial role in meeting deadlines.

Working with Tom Paddon

  • I’ve worked across diverse sectors, including sports, gaming, technology, and consumer goods. My portfolio includes collaborations with global companies and organisations seeking creative motion solutions.

  • Get in touch via my website’s contact form or email me directly. We’ll discuss your project goals, timeline, and vision to create a tailored motion design strategy.

  • Yes, revisions are part of my creative process to ensure the final product meets or exceeds expectations. The number of revisions depends on the project scope and everything will be outlined in the initial project planning stages.

Motion Graphics and Animation

  • 2D motion graphics involve flat designs and animations, ideal for explainer videos and social media. 3D motion graphics bring depth, realism, and interactivity, suitable for product visualisations and immersive branding.

  • Motion graphics enhance brand storytelling, boost engagement, and leave lasting impressions. Whether for advertising or events, they’re a powerful tool for visual communication.

  • The timeline depends on the project's complexity and scope. Simple animations may take a few days, while larger campaigns with intricate 3D designs or extensive revisions can take several weeks. I always provide a detailed timeline during the project briefing.

  • Yes, for social media-focussed projects, I design animations optimised for various platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. This includes creating aspect ratio-specific content and ensuring visual clarity and impact, no matter the platform.

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