Jo Lord Email & Phone Number

Burlington, Vt, Us

Burlington, Vermont, United States

I founded and led Equality, a creative agency specializing in high-end branding and design solutions. While my title was Creative Director, my responsibilities also encompassed design leadership, overseeing both the creative vision and execution across all projects. I managed brand strategies, design concepts, and comprehensive campaigns, ensuring our work consistently met the highest standards. Additionally, I led teams, mentored designers, and refined creative processes to deliver impactful and innovative solutions that resonated with our clients' target audiences.

New York, New York, United States

Led the creative motion direction for CBSN’s digital platform launch, ensuring visual consistency with CBS’s brand while adapting for new audiences. Developed high-impact motion graphics and branding assets for the ViacomCBS merger, maintaining cohesive visuals across digital and TV. Collaborated with senior teams to execute strategic marketing campaigns for CBS New York, aligning content with business objectives. Spearheaded B2B marketing design strategy, delivering successful campaigns. Regularly consulted with senior leadership, taking on Associate Creative Director-level responsibilities to drive creative initiatives and brand consistency across platforms.

As a contracted Senior Motion Graphic Specialist at ClarkMcdowall, I delivered high-quality motion design work for a major client in the consumer goods industry. My role involved creating engaging and innovative motion graphics that aligned with the client's brand identity and marketing objectives. Collaborating closely with the creative team, I ensured that all deliverables met the highest standards of creativity and execution within tight deadlines.

New York, New York, United States

In 2018 and 2019, I served as the Motion Design Manager for the MIPCOM project, where I spearheaded the development and execution of advanced, customized Adobe After Effects toolkits. I led a team of senior motion designers, managing the production of hundreds of high-stakes rendered files for a critical international marketing event in France. My role involved ensuring flawless cross-functional collaboration between motion and editing teams while maintaining meticulous oversight of the project from concept to final delivery. I worked closely with senior branding and content executives to align on creative vision, ensuring that all deliverables adhered to A+E's exacting quality standards and were completed on an accelerated timeline.

New York, New York

At A&E Networks, I played a key role in enhancing the brand's digital and broadcast presence through sophisticated motion design. Working closely with senior branding teams and international partners, I developed high-quality animations and transitions that strengthened A&E's visual impact across platforms like the History Channel and Lifetime. My contributions were particularly valuable in global initiatives, where I collaborated to create content that aligned with A&E's strategic goals, especially during the MIPCOM project, which helped increase the brand's visibility in international markets.

New York, New York, United States

At Infor, I specialized in UI animation for a flagship product commercial, designing intricate overlays, complex UI animations, and technical schematics. My work was key to enhancing the visual appeal and technical accuracy of the commercial, ensuring a seamless and polished final product.

New York, New York

In my second year at NBC, I was a Motion Design Manager, leading a small team on high-impact projects including promotional content for the Rio Olympics and election year graphics. I collaborated with Google on Earth Studio software and managed motion design for key segments, ensuring alignment with brand goals and delivering top-tier visuals under tight deadlines.

New York, New York, United States

At NBCUniversal, I enhanced broadcast and digital storytelling as a Motion Graphics Designer for the Today Show and NBC News. I created dynamic infographics, special reports, and geographic visualizations, improving content delivery across multiple platforms and driving viewer engagement.

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Portland, Maine, United States

Portland, Maine, United States

Portland, Maine, United States

Freelance Motion Designer & Content Creator: During my early career as a self-taught motion designer, graphic designer, videographer, and content creator, I collaborated with over 100 clients globally, gaining a deep understanding of market dynamics and client expectations across various industries. As a freelancer, I specialized in developing compelling visual narratives and managing complex projects, consistently delivering high-quality motion graphics, illustrations, and animations that aligned with business objectives. This experience refined my strategic creativity and client engagement skills, laying the foundation for my success as a creative director. Through hands-on experience, I mastered the art of delivering impactful visual content and strategic insights, driving audience engagement and achieving exceptional client results. This period was pivotal in shaping my ability to lead and inspire creative teams, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of excellence.