Hello!

I’m Jedd
Samonte

Motion Graphics Artist
& Video Editor

▶ Demo Reel

Interactive graphic built by Jedd with Spline

Works

See more videos on my YouTube channel:

@jeddsamonte

Resume

Software Proficiency

Adobe
Premiere Pro

Adobe
After Effects

Adobe
Photoshop

Adobe
Illustrator

Maxon
Cinema 4D

Experience

Motion Graphics Designer & Editor

H/L Agency

March 2024 - Present
  • Edited videos for the agency clients including McDonald’s, Toyota, and AAA in various delivery formats such as broadcast television, streaming, social media, web, and digital signage
  • Brainstormed with art directors on storyboards to optimize upcoming work for VFX and animation, and to confirm project feasibility with given timelines
  • Encouraged the company to push forward bolder “fast content” ideas by compositing proof of concepts into fruition within minutes after shooting green screen footage
Videographer & Editor

Freelance

June 2023 - February 2024
  • Joined and collaborated with a rotating roster of video shooters and editors to create online course videos for DeepLearning.AI
  • Directed company founders and executives during filming to facilitate strong performances and to minimize the need for retakes
  • Quickly resolved issues on set and implemented time-saving measures to the workflow
Video Editor

Meta (via OrangePeople)

May 2021 - February 2023
  • Edited videos for Meta’s data center internal comms involving explainers, interviews, and animations
  • Turned components from internal Meta design libraries and Figma UI prototypes into video content
  • Optimized scripts for conciseness and made technical language more accessible and understandable
  • Reported to various stakeholders from project kick-off, to review and feedback, to final delivery
  • Developed motion graphics templates and documentation to enable delivery of high-quality and cohesive work while meeting quick turnaround times
  • Mentored teammates to elevate the aesthetic and technical quality of the department’s work
Motion Graphics Designer

Spiral Moon Media

January 2020 - April 2021
  • Created motion graphics and 3D animations using Cinema 4D
  • Joined the production team on set and operated cinema cameras, lights, teleprompters, and audio gear
Graphics Video Editor Specialist

University of California, Santa Cruz

April 2017 - October 2018
  • Edited e-learning videos for courses such as mathematics, music theory, and foreign language
  • Used animation to help students visualize complex topics and abstract concepts
  • Created intuitive templates, wrote style guides, and shaped art direction for smoother workflows
Graphic Designer

R1 Concepts

October 2013 - January 2017
  • Produced thousands of product photos and marketing videos from inception to delivery
  • Designed raster, vector, and motion graphics used in advertising, social media, packaging, motorsports liveries, and trade show booths
  • Filmed content from automotive trade shows and events to create viral social media videos reaching millions of viewers
  • Managed the company YouTube channel and grew the subscriber count from 1,000 to over 40,000

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Arts

De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde

2009 - 2013
  • Studied under the Pierre Romançon Grant program
  • Frequently included in the dean’s list and graduated with a 3.2 CGPA
  • Designed web, print, and motion graphics to promote events for the 2010 – 2011 Student Council
Primary & Secondary Education

De La Salle Santiago Zobel School

1997 - 2009
  • Designed several large-format prints for the 2008 – 2009 Student Council

Top Skills

Video Editing

Motion Graphics

Graphic Design

Animation

Videography

Photography

Illustration

Art Direction

Web Development

About Me

My name is Jedd, also known as Jeremiah Samonte. I was born and raised in Manila then moved to California around a decade ago.

I’m a creative who has diverse skillsets specializing in motion graphics and video. My mind enters a flow state whenever I’m easing keyframes for smooth animation, linking properties to trigger automations, and rigging controllers for workflow acceleration. I’ve mentored my teammates and also developed intuitive templates and style guides that enabled our teams to deliver consistent high-quality work. In addition to being a capable animator, my solid knowledge and execution of graphic design, sound design, and video production can augment your motion design and video needs!

Let’s Connect!

I’m open to new opportunities! If you have any questions or would like to collaborate on a project, feel free to call, send an email, or message on LinkedIn.