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Jimmy Simpson
Motion Designer & Illustrator at Freelance
Jimmy Simpson is an illustrator and animation director based in Brooklyn, New York.12 Born in 1990, he originally hails from Philadelphia.1 Simpson has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design, Art & Technology from the University of the Arts Philadelphia, which he completed between 2009 and 2013.1
As a freelance motion designer and illustrator since May 20134, Simpson has worked with numerous high-profile clients, including:
His work is characterized by colorful, playful, and surreal illustrations that draw inspiration from 90s nostalgia, art history, and skateboard culture.2 Simpson has received recognition for his work, including:
- Young Guns 18 Winner in 2020
- Motion Awards Best New Talent in 2016
- New York Times Best of Illustration in 20191
Simpson's portfolio showcases a variety of projects, including animated content for Dropbox, Sony, MTV, GIPHY, Vox, KPN, and The New York Times.4 He has also created notable works such as an Elvis Presley music video and a campaign for Spotify.23
