MARKUS WALKER

CREATIVE DIRECTOR + MOTION DESIGNER + CONCEPT DESIGNER

Markus Walker is an award-winning artist, 3D generalist, creative director, motion designer, and world-builder with nearly 20 years of creative experience spanning across multiple industries, including gaming, sports, live events, experiential, product visualization, and virtual production.


His focus is on developing compelling visual and experiences that help brands connect with their audiences on a deeply resonant level. 


Whether working hands-on as a designer or leading creative teams, his craft is guided by a multidimensional approach that integrates an ever-evolving conceptual skill set, a passion for collaboration, and a commitment to mastering the latest creative tools. His dedication has led to collaborations with several major brands and IPs, including Xbox, Microsoft, Disney, ESPN, and UFC.


Currently working remotely in the greater Los Angeles area, he is seeking opportunities to collaborate with agencies, studios, and brands—bringing his unique vision, range and expertise to every project.

AWARDS

2024 CLIO ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS

FINAL FANTASY VIX DAWNTRAIL RELeASE CAMPAIGN

Use of Influencer & Talent
Audio Visual Campaign
Integrated Campaign

EXPERIENCE

MARKUS THE ARTIST

FREELANCE CREATIVE • 2008-PRESENT
CLIENTS: DISNEY, ESPN, STURDY, FUSETV, PUFFCO, STIIIZY, GRAND PARK

 


AYZENBERG

ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR • 2017-2023
CLIENTS: MICROSOFT, XBOX, BETHESDA, UBISOFT, BANDAI NAMCO

 

ART MACHINE

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR, BRAND DIVISION • 2016-2017
CLIENTS: LA RAMS, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS, NETFLIX, FIAT/CHRYSLER

 

AEG

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER • 2013 – 2016
CLIENTS: STAPLES CENTER, LA LAKERS, LA KINGS, COACHELLA



ADVANSTAR/UBM

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER + PHOTOGRAPHER • 2010 – 2013
SHOWS: MAGIC, PROJECT MENS, WWD, INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS



DISNEY CONSUMER PRODUCTS

PRODUCTION DESIGNER • 2008–2009

 

WARNER MUSIC GROUP

MARKETING ASSISTANT + GRAPHIC DESIGNER • 2006 – 2008

STUDIOS + AGENCIES

Art Machine
Ayzenberg
Compadre
Disney
Envoy
FCA
FUSE TV
Mutiny
Petrol
STURDY
Trailer Park
We Are Royale

EDUCATION

UC IRVINE • 2006
B.A. Political Science
B.A. Sociology
Digital Arts

GNOMON SCHOOL • 2019-2022
Character Design • 2022
Zbrush • 2020
Unreal Engine • 2019

SKILLS

CREATIVE DIRECTION
ART DIRECTION
MOTION DESIGN + VFX
TECHNICAL DIRECTION
VIDEOGRAPHY + EDITING
PHOTOGRAPHY + EDITING
TRAILERS
GAME CAPTURE
ILLUSTRATION
KEY ART
STORYBOARDING
CONCEPT DESIGN
CG MODELING + SCULPTING
ANIMATION
PRODUCT VISUALIZATION

TOOLS

ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
UNREAL ENGINE
BLENDER
CINEMA4D
MAYA
ZBRUSH
3DCOAT
MARVELOUS DESIGNER
HOUDINI
EMBERGEN
WORLDCREATOR
REDSHIFT
OCTANE
ARNOLD
SUBSTANCE PAINTER
SUBSTANCE DESIGNER
MIDJOURNEY
ADOBE FIREFLY