Creative Director · Motion Designer

Solomon
Arsalai

I create motion, visuals and interactive experiences that turn complex ideas into memorable stories.

  • 2D / 3D Motion
  • Video
  • VFX / Compositing
  • E-Learning
  • Interaction
  • UI / UX
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About

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Solomon Arsalai

Creative and versatile with a background in 2D/3D motion graphics, video production, post-production, graphic design, e-learning, and interaction design.

Raised in Alameda, California, I have also lived in NYC, Germany, Moscow, and throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. My education spans Queens College, San Francisco State University, Berkeley City College, and Academy of Art University.

My studies provided a strong foundation in storytelling, filmmaking, and digital design, including screenwriting, storyboarding, directing, digital cinematography, Cinema 4D, After Effects, animation, interaction design, and UI/UX.

I'm also a big fan of science fiction and science in general.

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Selected Work

A mix of motion design, visual storytelling, brand work, 3D, post-production and interactive design.

Motion · Design · Storytelling

Motion Design / Reel

Motion &
Visual Experiments

Creative Direction

Cool
Mix

Motion / Product Launch

Apple
iPad

E-Learning / 3D / AR / VR

Applied
Materials

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Professional Experience

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Freelance Multimedia Artist · 06/2014 – Present

Cool Mix

  • Founded and managed a successful multimedia business, serving clients across a diverse range of industries.
  • Specialized in motion graphics, video editing, compositing, VFX and graphic design.
  • Conceptualized and produced storyboards to translate client visions into compelling visual narratives.

Senior Motion Designer · 06/2022 – 10/2022

Apple (contract via Hogarth)

  • Delivered high-quality motion graphics for the 2022 Fall Product Launch under tight deadlines using Cinema 4D and After Effects.
  • Created motion graphics for iPad campaigns across global markets while maintaining brand consistency.
  • Collaborated with Hogarth and Apple teams to ensure clarity, consistency and efficiency.
  • Tools included Adobe CC, Cinema 4D, proprietary rendering software and plugins.

Master of Arts, Interaction Design · 02/2020 – 06/2022

Academy of Art University

  • Continued education through an online graduate program during the pandemic.
  • Relevant coursework included User Experience, Human-Centered Design, Motion Graphics and Video, Visual Design and Typography, Front-End, Back-End, Digital Graphics and History of Graphic Design.

E-Learning Media Developer · 07/2017 – 12/2019

Applied Materials

  • Sole media developer for AMAT's internal e-learning group, producing 4K videos and assets for engineering and AR/VR training.
  • Collaborated with instructional designers to improve workflow efficiency, reducing turnaround time by 50%.
  • Managed media production schedules and progress using Jira and Confluence.
  • Tools included Adobe CC, Cinema 4D, PowerPoint, Keynote, 4K cameras, lighting, audio equipment and live-event setups.

Small Business Owner · 06/2014 – 07/2017

DBA Arsalai

  • Collaborated with 2D and 3D teams to create social media campaigns, advertisements, infographics and branding.
  • Participated in project planning, team assignments and brainstorming while managing multiple projects.
  • Created animation, editing and 2D/3D visual content.
  • Tools included Adobe Creative Cloud, Maxon Cinema 4D, PowerPoint, Keynote and various plugins.

Part-Time Graphic Designer · 04/2015 – 04/2017

Isomedia

  • Produced digital and physical media including logos, posters and album art while managing tight deadlines.
  • Oversaw proofing and printing tasks with a focus on pixel-perfect designs.
  • Used Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, PowerPoint and Keynote to deliver impactful designs efficiently.
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Contact

Let's
talk.

Phone

(510) 953-8542

Email

hi@koolmixx.com