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Welcome to Dan the animator
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Motion, editing, and production support for agencies and brands.

I help agencies and brands bring ideas to life through motion design, video editing, and production support.

Past Projects

Black and white image of five male models wearing Nike t-shirts with various patterns and a Nike logo in the center, standing against a plain background.
Abstract minimalist artwork featuring geometric shapes in pink, black, red, blue, and green on a light background.

Benefit
Brand Refresh Film

Nike
GFX Tee Finder

Directed by
Dan the animator

Agency
AKQA

A digital graphic with the letters 'GTD' in the center, surrounded by a geometric, wireframe-style explosion or burst pattern on a black background.
Silhouette of a person sitting at a music production device in a dimly lit room with large windows, plants, and artwork in the background.

The Creator
Ep.01 Ratha Nou

Directed by
Dan the animator

View more work

Ford
Brand / Editorial

Agency
Wieden + Kennedy

Services

Animation, brand systems, campaign visuals, and motion work designed to elevate the idea and fit seamlessly into the bigger picture.

A blurred, beige background with no distinct objects or features. 
Motion Design

Clean, story-driven edits for branded content, social, campaigns, and internal work, crafted with pacing, clarity, and intention.

Person working on video editing in a dimly lit room with a large monitor displaying a concert footage and editing software, flanked by studio speakers. 
Video Editing

Lean, thoughtful production support for teams that need help planning, capturing, and creating high-quality video content.

Two men sitting indoors, one holding a professional camera on a stabilizer, reviewing footage while the other points at the camera, both focused on the device. 
Production
HOW I WORK

I’ve spent years working inside agency environments, so I understand timelines, feedback loops, and how to keep things moving.I can jump in where needed, whether that’s collaborating with your team or owning a project from start to finish.

A bit about me

A young man with dark, curly hair and light skin is sitting on the floor against a plain white wall. He is wearing a black jacket over a white shirt and ripped black jeans. He appears to be looking off to the side, lost in thought.

I’m Dan Ortiz, a Motion Designer and Director based on the West Coast. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve worked with agencies and brands like Nike, Ford, Twitter, and Benefit, helping bring ideas to life through motion and video. I care about making great work, being reliable, and making the process smooth for everyone involved.

Agencies

AKQA SF + PDX
WIEDEN + KENNEDY
Instrument
Cinco
Industry
Studio Mega
Revery
Sockeye


Brands

Nike
Twitter
Google
Adidas
Ford Motor CO
Red Wing
Lego
Benefit

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