Motion Designer | AI Workflow Specialist
Helping studios and brands explore
AI-assisted production without sacrificing craft,
control or common sense.
Craft-led motion design
for the emerging age of AI production.
Who is Leonario?
I am an Independent Motion Director delivering studio-grade execution with zero agency bloat. By pairing 20 years of broadcast design with controlled AI workflows, I elevate your brand's visual output while strictly protecting your IP.
Faster Delivery: Traditional 3D paired with safe,
efficient AI tools.Instant Authority: Cinematic launch films that drive sales.
Total Ownership: Risk-aware AI training that protects
your creative control.
I am an Independent Motion Director delivering studio-grade execution with zero agency bloat. By pairing 20 years of broadcast design with controlled AI workflows, I elevate your brand’s visual output while strictly protecting your IP.
Faster Delivery: Traditional 3D paired with safe,
efficient AI tools.Instant Authority: Cinematic launch films that drive sales.
Total Ownership: Risk-aware AI training that protects
your creative control.
Services.
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MOTION DESIGN
Craft-led motion design for branded, digital and broadcast experiences.
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CREATIVE DIRECTION
Visual thinking, storytelling and creative systems for ambitious projects.
- ( 003 )
AI-ASSISTED PRODUCTION
Emerging production workflows designed to enhance craft, not replace it.
- ( 004 )
WORKFLOW CONSULTING
Helping teams navigate practical, future-facing creative production systems.
- ( 005 )
REALTIME EXPERIMENTATION
Exploring Unreal Engine, generative systems and next-generation visual workflows.
- ( 006 )
PRODUCTION STRATEGY
Bridging traditional creative pipelines with emerging production technologies.
- ( 001 )
MOTION DESIGN
Craft-led motion design for branded, digital and broadcast experiences.
- ( 002 )
CREATIVE DIRECTION
Visual thinking, storytelling and creative systems for ambitious projects.
- ( 003 )
AI-ASSISTED PRODUCTION
Emerging production workflows designed to enhance craft, not replace it.
- ( 004 )
WORKFLOW CONSULTING
Helping teams navigate practical, future-facing creative production systems.
- ( 005 )
REALTIME EXPERIMENTATION
Exploring Unreal Engine, generative systems and next-generation visual workflows.
- ( 006 )
PRODUCTION STRATEGY
Bridging traditional creative pipelines with emerging production technologies.
( TESTIMONIALS )
Trusted by those who know the difference
“
Leo is an exceptionally skilled designer with a rare ability to balance intelligent creative thinking with strong visual craft. Collaborative, dependable and consistently thoughtful throughout the entire process.
"
Stephen Blundell
Design Manager, NBCUniversal
“
Leo combines strong motion design skills with sharp creative thinking and practical problem-solving. He’s a pleasure to work with and someone we’ve trusted across multiple projects.
"
Lola Gamester
Co-owner & MD, Blacklist
“
Fastidious, disciplined and highly dependable, Leo consistently delivers high-quality work under pressure. An invaluable freelance collaborator and a genuine asset to any creative team.
"
Aleks Terczynska
Studio Manager, Viasat Worldwide
“
Leo has a rare ability to turn unclear briefs into visually striking, brand-right creative. He blends strong design instincts with emerging tools in a way that feels genuinely useful, not gimmicky
"
Rebecca Sykes
Partner, The Brandtech Group
FAQ.
Whether your team needs high-end motion design, creative direction, or guidance on integrating emerging production workflows, you get solutions designed to elevate your brand. The focus is always on delivering exceptional visual experiences while protecting your creative standards.
No. Your deliverables are anchored by two decades of traditional motion design and creative direction. Emerging tools are only introduced when they genuinely speed up your production or enhance the final quality—without ever compromising your creative control or intellectual property.
Very carefully. Because generative technology evolves faster than industry standards, your production pipeline needs an objective, risk-focused approach. You will get practical workflows that respect your craft, keep you legally compliant, and avoid the discretionary "rug-pulls" of standard SaaS platforms by keeping control in your hands.
Absolutely. Craft-led motion design remains the foundation of the work. Whether you want to experiment with future-facing systems or need a purely traditional visual sequence, your project receives the same rigorous discipline and attention to detail.
You can bring me in to fill the exact gap you have. Whether you need a dedicated motion designer to execute a brief, or a strategic partner to help your studio shape its visual direction, I adapt to your specific pipeline.
Yes. Whether you are an independent brand, a fast-moving startup, or an established agency, I slide seamlessly into your existing setup. You get the flexibility of an independent collaborator who understands how to operate within larger, complex production systems.
Yes. If your creative team wants to navigate generative AI without taking on legal risks, I provide targeted adoption training. You'll learn how to implement systems that keep your production commercially viable while maintaining total ownership of your tools.
While based just outside London, UK, I work remotely with studios, brands, and collaborators worldwide. Distance and time zones won't slow your project down.
Whether your team needs high-end motion design, creative direction, or guidance on integrating emerging production workflows, you get solutions designed to elevate your brand. The focus is always on delivering exceptional visual experiences while protecting your creative standards.
No. Your deliverables are anchored by two decades of traditional motion design and creative direction. Emerging tools are only introduced when they genuinely speed up your production or enhance the final quality—without ever compromising your creative control or intellectual property.
Very carefully. Because generative technology evolves faster than industry standards, your production pipeline needs an objective, risk-focused approach. You will get practical workflows that respect your craft, keep you legally compliant, and avoid the discretionary "rug-pulls" of standard SaaS platforms by keeping control in your hands.
Absolutely. Craft-led motion design remains the foundation of the work. Whether you want to experiment with future-facing systems or need a purely traditional visual sequence, your project receives the same rigorous discipline and attention to detail.
You can bring me in to fill the exact gap you have. Whether you need a dedicated motion designer to execute a brief, or a strategic partner to help your studio shape its visual direction, I adapt to your specific pipeline.
Yes. Whether you are an independent brand, a fast-moving startup, or an established agency, I slide seamlessly into your existing setup. You get the flexibility of an independent collaborator who understands how to operate within larger, complex production systems.
Yes. If your creative team wants to navigate generative AI without taking on legal risks, I provide targeted adoption training. You'll learn how to implement systems that keep your production commercially viable while maintaining total ownership of your tools.
While based just outside London, UK, I work remotely with studios, brands, and collaborators worldwide. Distance and time zones won't slow your project down.
Whether your team needs high-end motion design, creative direction, or guidance on integrating emerging production workflows, you get solutions designed to elevate your brand. The focus is always on delivering exceptional visual experiences while protecting your creative standards.
No. Your deliverables are anchored by two decades of traditional motion design and creative direction. Emerging tools are only introduced when they genuinely speed up your production or enhance the final quality—without ever compromising your creative control or intellectual property.
Very carefully. Because generative technology evolves faster than industry standards, your production pipeline needs an objective, risk-focused approach. You will get practical workflows that respect your craft, keep you legally compliant, and avoid the discretionary "rug-pulls" of standard SaaS platforms by keeping control in your hands.
Absolutely. Craft-led motion design remains the foundation of the work. Whether you want to experiment with future-facing systems or need a purely traditional visual sequence, your project receives the same rigorous discipline and attention to detail.
You can bring me in to fill the exact gap you have. Whether you need a dedicated motion designer to execute a brief, or a strategic partner to help your studio shape its visual direction, I adapt to your specific pipeline.
Yes. Whether you are an independent brand, a fast-moving startup, or an established agency, I slide seamlessly into your existing setup. You get the flexibility of an independent collaborator who understands how to operate within larger, complex production systems.
Yes. If your creative team wants to navigate generative AI without taking on legal risks, I provide targeted adoption training. You'll learn how to implement systems that keep your production commercially viable while maintaining total ownership of your tools.
While based just outside London, UK, I work remotely with studios, brands, and collaborators worldwide. Distance and time zones won't slow your project down.