Animator
From 2018 to 2020, I had the privilege of collaborating with the Microsoft Brand team, where I utilized advanced rotoscoping techniques to elevate the visual storytelling of our videos. Below are examples that highlight my work during this period:
Microsoft
Microsoft Branding Explorations
In this series of videos, I meticulously applied rotoscoping to seamlessly integrate text and logos. This technique enabled dynamic and fluid reveals, adding a layer of sophistication and engagement to Microsoft's brand messaging.
UI for Security Videos
The second set of videos showcases my expertise in motion tracking, where I skillfully attached dots and logos to objects in motion within a 3D space. This approach ensured precise alignment and movement, enhancing the depth and realism of our visual presentations.
During my time as a student at Mograph Mentor, I delved into the intricate world of rotoscoping techniques, applying them to several compelling projects. Here are two notable examples from this period:
Mograph Mentor
Animation Principles
In this first set of videos, I showcase my progress through Henrique Barone's Classical Animation Techniques class. Here, I immersed myself in the fundamentals of cell animation, learning to bring characters to life with meticulous frame-by-frame artistry. This exploration honed my skills in creating fluid, dynamic movements that capture the essence of classical animation.
Character Animation
The second project highlights my journey in animating a character running and spinning in a circle. To achieve this, I began by recording practical footage, which I used as a reference. I then drew over the footage, meticulously crafting each frame to bring the character's movement to life in a rotoscope fashion. This project not only enhanced my technical abilities but also deepened my understanding of combining practical elements with animated artistry.
Animation - Patrick Flaherty
Selected Works
Alamo DrafthouseGraphic Designer, Animatior, Director & Producer
Meet the new Surface Laptop Go 3UI Production Director
Meet the new Surface Laptop Studio 2UI Production Director
Introducing Copilot in Windows 11, new AI tools, and moreUI Production Director
Introducing Copilot+ PCsUI Production Director, Asst Director & Producer
Meet the new Microsoft Surface LaptopUI Production Director
Meet the new Microsoft Surface ProUI Production Director
Introducing RecallDirector, Producer, UI Production Director
Introducing Surface Duo 2Motion Graphics Designer
Introducing Surface Pro 9UI Production Director
Introducing Surface Laptop 5UI Production Director
Introducing the new Bing in WindowsUI Production Director
See what's new in the Windows 11 2022 UpdateUI Production Director
Introducing Windows CopilotUI Production Director
Introducing Windows 11Motion Graphics Designer
Make AI simple with AdobeDirector, Producer, Animator & Editor
Introducing Project VolterraMotion Graphics Designer
Surface for Education | The new Surface Laptop SEMotion Graphics Designer
Microsoft | Modern Workplace - Show PackagePost-production Supervisor
Adobe | Welcome to SummitDirector & Producer
Introducing Surface Laptop StudioMotion Graphics Designer
Microsoft ListsPost-production Supervisor
Microsoft FormsPost-production Supervisor
Canon EOS R5 & R6Editor & Animation
Oblivion Interactive DisplaysAnimation, Producer & Director
International Rescue CommitteeGraphic Design, Animation, Director & Producer
ExamityAnimation, Director & Producer
Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro | Microsoft TeamsPost-production Supervisor
United WayEditor & Animation
It’s Not ComplicatedDirector & Producer
Jennie Garth - The Eye SolutionDP, Producer & Editor
Microsoft | Modern WorkplacePost-Production Supervisor & Editor
Four Nights in DecemberProducer, Director, DP & Editor
Video Studio UpgradesDirector
Alcon - Training VideosDP, Director, Producer & Editor
Alcon - Talking Heads & InterviewsDP, Director, Producer & Editor
Voice Over ExamplesVoice Over
Azure VMware SolutionAnimator
2020 Stoke Holiday CardAnimation & Director
School of Motion - Advanced Motion MethodsAnimation & Director
Build | Microsoft 365 Intro and OutroPost-production Supervisor
Ignite | Security IntroPost-production Supervisor
Ignite | Teams Intro & OutroPost-production Supervisor
Microsoft Managed Desktop SizzleEditor & Animation
Alcon TVProducer, Director, Editor, & Animation
Alcon Live MeetingsProducer, Director, Editor, & Animation
InvasiveProducer
Microsoft Lists | We got thisPost-production Supervisor
Microsoft PlannerPost-production Supervisor
Microsoft ProjectPost-production Supervisor
Cinema 4D BasecampArt, Animation & Graphic Design
Quarantine 2020Graphic Design, Animation & Director
70 Years of AlconAnimation, Director & Producer
Chuck NorrisGraphic Design, Animation, Director
Character Animation Bootcamp - School of MotionAnimation & Director
Introduction to MyAnalytics for AdminsEditor & Animation
EchoNous BiomedGraphic Design, Animation & Director
Live BallotGraphic Design, Animation & Director
Architecture & Nature AcademyGraphic Design & Animation
RotoscopingAnimation
After Effects RigsRigging
Make Great ArtGraphic Design, Animation, Director & Producer
SystaneAnimation, Director & Producer
Azure Active Directory + Dropbox BusinessPost-production Supervisor
Power Virtual Agents | Microsoft TeamsEditor & Animation
Power BI | Microsoft TeamsEditor & Animation
The Angelus | Crimson ShadowCG Artist
Design Bootcamp  - School of MotionGraphic Design
35 DentonCamera Operator, Producer & Editor
David Crosby & Snarky PuppyCamera Operator, Producer & Editor
DCTA Ribbon CuttingDirector, Producer & Editor
H2 Accelleration EventEditor
Windows Virtual DesktopEditor
Driscoll's JoymakersEditor
Department of Energy | SWAP 4Editor & Animation
Live From DansDirector, Producer, DP & Editor
#LiveInColor 5KDP, Producer & Editor
Leukemia TexasDP, Director, Producer & Editor