I create powerful visual systems for television, digital media, OTT, social platforms, and live broadcast environments. With 30 years of experience in national media, I help brands, networks, and production teams bring stories to life through motion, design, and creative direction.
Emmy Award Winner ▪ 30+ Years Experience ▪ Chicago Based
About
About Ricardo
With over three decades of experience in Emmy-winning motion graphics, live-streaming technology, and live media production, I deliver high-quality, visually captivating content for national television networks. I collaborate with senior executives, creative directors, and producers to establish cohesive visual identity across all stations while adhering to tight deadlines.
Strategic vision for network branding and show identity.
02Motion Graphics
3D animation, lower thirds, and dynamic broadcast elements.
03Live Production
Real-time graphics for live news, elections, and events.
04Brand Development
Cohesive visual identity across OTT, social, and on-air.
What I do
Creative Services
01
Broadcast Branding
Network identity systems and on-air graphics for national television.
Network Identity
Show Packages
Lower Thirds
Full-Screen Graphics
Election Systems
02
Motion Graphics
3D animation, transitions, and dynamic visual elements for any screen.
Promos
Intros & Transitions
Animations
Explainer Visuals
Social Motion Assets
03
Creative Direction
Strategic creative leadership from concept to delivery.
Brand Systems
Team Leadership
Production Workflows
Campaign Development
04
Digital / OTT / Social
Responsive branding across streaming, apps, and social platforms.
Web & Apps
Streaming
Social Graphics
Marketing Campaigns
Content Systems
Resume
A career in broadcast & creative leadership
Emmy-winning Creative Director and Motion Graphics leader with 30 years of experience spanning broadcast television, network branding, live production, OTT, social media, and creative marketing.
▣ Creative Director▣ Art Director▣ Motion Graphics Leader▣ Broadcast Branding Specialist▣ Digital / OTT / Social
Career
Experience
▣ NewsNation
Senior Motion Designer
Spearheaded captivating motion graphics for the network’s launch initiatives
Developed dynamic graphics for live news Ross System and marketing promotions
Established overarching appearance across OTT, APP, social media, and promotional materials
Collaborated with senior executives and key network VPs on branding alignment
▣ Black News Channel
Sr. Director of Creative Marketing & Design
Designed and created motion graphics for BNC and BNC GO network launch
Developed graphics for live news VizRT System and marketing promotions
Led a team of graphic designers, reviewing and approving all motion output
Established overall appearance and style including OTT, APP, and social media
▣ BluMedia Group
Director of Creative Services & Production
Built corporate brand and image, internet and street advertising campaigns
Implemented online network television system — increased revenues to $1M
Produced 24/7 livestream broadcast with motion graphics packages
Shot and edited linear television news for Dallas, Houston, and Miami markets
▣ Univision / Televisa
Producer / Senior Editor
Directed on-location filming with internationally renowned artists
Created compelling graphics using After Effects, AVID, Premiere, and DaVinci Resolve
Managed all aspects of television promos, PSAs, and editorial pieces
Adhered to strict deadlines for local and national live television broadcasts