https://annaxliza.com annaxliza.com Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:08:30 +0000 https://annaxliza.com en https://annaxliza.com/HOME Wed, 28 May 2025 22:10:09 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/HOME https://annaxliza.com/ABOUT Wed, 28 May 2025 21:56:09 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/ABOUT <img width="1024" height="1024" width_o="1024" height_o="1024" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4ee9acda65635485362841d6acd0b6fa8b73e7f4983411dfc12595d7c6cfd0d4/f3d75b8f79184338-copy-1.jpg" data-mid="246987501" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/4ee9acda65635485362841d6acd0b6fa8b73e7f4983411dfc12595d7c6cfd0d4/f3d75b8f79184338-copy-1.jpg" /> Anna Cangellaris is a motion designer and visual development artist based in Los Angeles, creating cinematic, story-driven animation rooted in design, character, and timing. Her practice sits at the intersection of motion design and narrative animation, building stylized worlds with clarity, mood, and play. She approaches movement as storytelling — whether developing original concepts or contributing to collaborative studio projects. Anna has taught traditional and digital animation at The New School, Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, and Sony Pictures Media Arts Program, and continues to develop original visual worlds across film and animation. She would love to connect.annaxliza@gmail.com CalArts︎ MFA Experimental Animation RISD︎ BFA Film/Animation/Video https://annaxliza.com/MOTION-DESIGN Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:22:09 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/MOTION-DESIGN I’m a motion designer and animation director focused on cinematic, design-driven storytelling. My work blends graphic composition, animation, and emerging 3D workflows—often drawing from fashion, entertainment, and narrative worlds. I’m especially interested in building atmosphere, character, and visual language through motion. Below is a selection of my motion design work across commercial and independent productions.&nbsp; https://annaxliza.com/Urban-Decay Wed, 28 May 2025 21:55:36 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/Urban-Decay Urban Decay Logo Sizzle&nbsp; A bold, high-impact logo animation created for Urban Decay’s annual live showcase. Working within an established brand system, I elevated the motion language to feel edgy, cinematic, and unapologetically loud—true to the brand’s rebellious DNA. AGENCY: MATTE POST SUPERVISOR: Daniel ByrneSr. ART DIRECTOR: Tori Arcuri MOTION DESIGN: Anna Cangellaris <img width="676" height="380" width_o="676" height_o="380" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/854fcdaabf8124fad06a4e76d1f6732a87a3b6b6b22192a9b90a0687d3acf566/UD-1.gif" data-mid="233862122" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/676/i/854fcdaabf8124fad06a4e76d1f6732a87a3b6b6b22192a9b90a0687d3acf566/UD-1.gif" /> <img width="676" height="380" width_o="676" height_o="380" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f34688597b7e8a325d158b69f0a18140fbf5c86d8a39a016dc9a67e62a5ceb4a/UD-4.gif" data-mid="233862125" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/676/i/f34688597b7e8a325d158b69f0a18140fbf5c86d8a39a016dc9a67e62a5ceb4a/UD-4.gif" /> Motion Graphics/Editing: Anna Cangellaris&nbsp; <img width="676" height="380" width_o="676" height_o="380" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ed5d18072f8ff3904bbdfc87a0b5468f2bfd5786668152c023b8bd3e3381abed/UD-2.gif" data-mid="233862123" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/676/i/ed5d18072f8ff3904bbdfc87a0b5468f2bfd5786668152c023b8bd3e3381abed/UD-2.gif" /> <img width="676" height="380" width_o="676" height_o="380" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/3c32cd614b3e5d744792987f53b0c1a2f2cc8994b825948a092a21086cbdee3f/UD-3.gif" data-mid="233862124" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/676/i/3c32cd614b3e5d744792987f53b0c1a2f2cc8994b825948a092a21086cbdee3f/UD-3.gif" /> Motion Graphics/Editing: Anna Cangellaris https://annaxliza.com/Kalshi Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:38:23 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/Kalshi Kalshi LinkedIn + Social Media Video This project kicked off a series of motion collaborations with Kalshi. Working directly with their growth team, I developed motion assets for new hires to share across social media. The project included custom text animation for the Kalshi logo and original confetti animation. Early explorations are shown below. COMPANY: Kalshi MOTION DESIGN: Anna Cangellaris Motion Graphics/Editing: Anna Cangellaris&nbsp;Motion Graphics/Editing: Anna Cangellaris KalSHE X series For the KalSHE social series on X, I styled and animated captions and graphic elements for a set of videos focused on women investing with the Kalshi app. Kalshi NHL Stadium Takeover I partnered with Kalshi’s growth team to animate motion graphics for a series of NHL stadium LED displays. Working from layouts provided by a graphic designer, I developed motion for text-driven banners across large outdoor screens and in-arena ribbon boards. The work involved adapting animations for multiple stadium LED formats and ensuring legibility and impact at massive scale. I also designed and animated a custom hockey puck element used throughout the motion system. COMPANY: KalshiGRAPHIC DESIGN: Edwin Cuen MOTION DESIGN: Anna Cangellaris <img width="2376" height="744" width_o="2376" height_o="744" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/5488b8a73c7ef5536a9280c885612e3fb0bfcf7e9d09f62e10937f73de8feb1a/Screenshot-2026-03-05-at-11.05.11AM.png" data-mid="245671976" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/5488b8a73c7ef5536a9280c885612e3fb0bfcf7e9d09f62e10937f73de8feb1a/Screenshot-2026-03-05-at-11.05.11AM.png" />Blackhawk stadium ribbons&nbsp; Lighting outdoor LEDs https://vimeo.com1170769810?share=copy&amp;fl=sv&amp;fe=ci Penguin outdoor LEDs https://annaxliza.com/DISTINC_ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:08:30 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/DISTINC_ Turning Point SchoolThis project involved revamping existing branded content for Turning Point School in Los Angeles, bringing motion to a reimagined periodic table of the elements. Instead of chemical compounds, each element now represents a characteristic the school strives to instill in its students. The design was created by DISTINC_, blending dynamic visuals with thoughtful messaging to highlight the school’s core values. AGENCY: DISTINC_MOTION DESIGN: Anna Cangellaris Motion Graphics/Editing: Anna Motion Graphics/Editing: Anna Cangellaris https://annaxliza.com/The-Macallan-live-event Wed, 28 May 2025 21:55:39 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/The-Macallan-live-event <img width="1920" height="1235" width_o="1920" height_o="1235" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f5e28ee776e8c2f9df7535428e2caaef5bc0ef508f6f1261f6efb92b1cd0739b/35796b2db8e5c6054272dc7958e707d10dd837cb-1920x1235.gif" data-mid="233862139" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f5e28ee776e8c2f9df7535428e2caaef5bc0ef508f6f1261f6efb92b1cd0739b/35796b2db8e5c6054272dc7958e707d10dd837cb-1920x1235.gif" /> The Macallan x James Bond 60th Anniversary ReleaseFor a James Bond–inspired launch of The Macallan 60th Anniversary Release, I designed HUD graphics and simulated live-feed visuals for a towering video installation. The goal: to amplify the MI6 theme and immerse guests in a high-stakes, cinematic experience worthy of Bond himself. AGENCY: MATTEPOST SUPERVISOR: Daniel ByrneSr. ART DIRECTOR: Jordan GlennMOTION GRAPHICS: Anna Cangellaris <img width="600" height="354" width_o="600" height_o="354" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9ba07e6a482bc9c07def000ace444649763149235f43e0396952d8b8c88c55ac/logo.gif" data-mid="233862145" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/9ba07e6a482bc9c07def000ace444649763149235f43e0396952d8b8c88c55ac/logo.gif" /> <img width="600" height="354" width_o="600" height_o="354" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9cad89cd1c775269ab3610e1e29fa8ac21c9aebd97bdeae28cf42b4bcc464cab/hud_1.gif" data-mid="233862144" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/9cad89cd1c775269ab3610e1e29fa8ac21c9aebd97bdeae28cf42b4bcc464cab/hud_1.gif" /> <img width="2864" height="1912" width_o="2864" height_o="1912" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/55a337c6d696cea78a5fabbaf3abbd596b4516e67b9dbed0386610a9b5145208/Screenshot-2023-09-08-at-12.22.33-PM.png" data-mid="233862142" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/55a337c6d696cea78a5fabbaf3abbd596b4516e67b9dbed0386610a9b5145208/Screenshot-2023-09-08-at-12.22.33-PM.png" /> <img width="979" height="500" width_o="979" height_o="500" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/199122a36bdf9eeddee23a2b61346caeea81bcb030b8b3f6a3ff361fa9657fa8/bar.gif" data-mid="233862146" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/979/i/199122a36bdf9eeddee23a2b61346caeea81bcb030b8b3f6a3ff361fa9657fa8/bar.gif" />&nbsp; https://annaxliza.com/Banfield-Pet-Hospital Wed, 28 May 2025 21:55:41 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/Banfield-Pet-Hospital <img width="600" height="338" width_o="600" height_o="338" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/50d042ed6626b4ce09e22c97674848d859f452f5f5c8bb2d0e79e7ce7f8308ec/Comp-33.gif" data-mid="233862158" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/50d042ed6626b4ce09e22c97674848d859f452f5f5c8bb2d0e79e7ce7f8308ec/Comp-33.gif" />Banfield Pet Hospital App LaunchAnimated UI walkthroughs and text treatments to introduce Banfield’s new pet care app. I brought Figma layouts to life, highlighting the app’s core features—social sharing, commerce, and veterinary services—through clear, intuitive motion design.Agency: Conscious MindsProducer: Suzanne KleineMotion: Anna Cangellaris <img width="600" height="338" width_o="600" height_o="338" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/128f24eb6f9406ed3817e22030f2b61fa96b103e0dbc119fb638de4d17a3376e/Comp-22.gif" data-mid="233862157" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/128f24eb6f9406ed3817e22030f2b61fa96b103e0dbc119fb638de4d17a3376e/Comp-22.gif" /> <img width="600" height="338" width_o="600" height_o="338" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f6e850dcf1202dabe09d426249fbb147c33e9d8c1bb72012b6fa517f420ba826/Comp-11.gif" data-mid="233862156" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/f6e850dcf1202dabe09d426249fbb147c33e9d8c1bb72012b6fa517f420ba826/Comp-11.gif" /> <img width="600" height="338" width_o="600" height_o="338" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/3177ed0ddfbda43931f9dc171413239afee2a65ccc0db73344ef9309d78ffafa/Comp-3.gif" data-mid="233862154" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/3177ed0ddfbda43931f9dc171413239afee2a65ccc0db73344ef9309d78ffafa/Comp-3.gif" />Banfield Pet Hospital -Employee Sizzle (Live EventCut and animated a high-energy sizzle reel for Banfield’s internal employee recognition event. I combined social media content, behind-the-scenes footage, and bold text animation to celebrate the company’s team culture in a dynamic, heartfelt live presentation. Client: Conscious MindsProducer: Julia TorchineMotion: Anna Cangellaris <img width="600" height="338" width_o="600" height_o="338" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4f2684da2593b3754ccfcf8df4955a6e326eb27ad45196dd053bebf51fce7fab/Comp-1.gif" data-mid="233862152" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/4f2684da2593b3754ccfcf8df4955a6e326eb27ad45196dd053bebf51fce7fab/Comp-1.gif" /><img width="600" height="338" width_o="600" height_o="338" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/bab6c1b6571cae67cb5725e7a2a7f735d0aa73d628a3e277dccd8cd205de3aff/Comp-2.gif" data-mid="233862153" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/bab6c1b6571cae67cb5725e7a2a7f735d0aa73d628a3e277dccd8cd205de3aff/Comp-2.gif" /> https://annaxliza.com/Adobe-Wellness-Commerical Wed, 28 May 2025 21:55:42 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/Adobe-Wellness-Commerical <img width="650" height="366" width_o="650" height_o="366" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/6ac3982aaf718ed5306d578db39737dba547a6dfe35466da5abd6ebbdd9de926/Adobe_Gratitude_Anim_4_1.gif" data-mid="233862163" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/650/i/6ac3982aaf718ed5306d578db39737dba547a6dfe35466da5abd6ebbdd9de926/Adobe_Gratitude_Anim_4_1.gif" /><img width="650" height="366" width_o="650" height_o="366" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/c71560d416883eed09052fa0378b8f1f8579a63e98c7d67fa4b2935a1609dbc1/Adobe_Gratitude_Anim_5_1.gif" data-mid="233862164" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/650/i/c71560d416883eed09052fa0378b8f1f8579a63e98c7d67fa4b2935a1609dbc1/Adobe_Gratitude_Anim_5_1.gif" /> <img width="650" height="366" width_o="650" height_o="366" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7e2a340843d404b064eb82f040eb1b71defcc8ca274d88c92fa4849e5952c331/Adobe_Gratitude_Anim_3_1.gif" data-mid="233862162" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/650/i/7e2a340843d404b064eb82f040eb1b71defcc8ca274d88c92fa4849e5952c331/Adobe_Gratitude_Anim_3_1.gif" /> ADOBE “Wellness” Commerical Motion design for Adobe Wellness program, explaining the easy and effective ways in which Adobe employees can focus on their mental health and support their wellbeing. Client: Cogs &amp; Marvel, SF. Designer: Alexander GebelinProducer: Vicky FairhurstMotion/Animation: Anna Cangellaris https://annaxliza.com/Adobe-Employee-Stories Wed, 28 May 2025 21:55:46 +0000 annaxliza.com https://annaxliza.com/Adobe-Employee-Stories ADOBE Employee Stories “Mandy” Motion design for Adobe Employee Stories, explaining the amazing benefits and programs Adobe has in place for berevement and mental health. Client: Cogs &amp; Marvel, SF. Producer: Vicky FairhurstMotion: Anna Cangellaris <img width="1920" height="1080" width_o="1920" height_o="1080" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/1e6826205ed8071bc6613fe95d6508e58e6e2688c7bf51245a44d37842635b17/AdobeMandy_Anim_4.gif" data-mid="233862185" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/1e6826205ed8071bc6613fe95d6508e58e6e2688c7bf51245a44d37842635b17/AdobeMandy_Anim_4.gif" /> <img width="1920" height="1080" width_o="1920" height_o="1080" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/67dcef9530a37d63456e7a2de10bd2170077fdeafe99d352f3fa7851b9745e54/AdobeMandy_Anim_3.gif" data-mid="233862184" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/67dcef9530a37d63456e7a2de10bd2170077fdeafe99d352f3fa7851b9745e54/AdobeMandy_Anim_3.gif" /> ADOBE Employee Stories “Trey”Motion design for Adobe Employee Stories, explaining the amazing benefits and programs Adobe has in place for family planning. Client: Cogs &amp; Marvel, SF. Producer: Vicky FairhurstMotion: Anna Cangellaris <img width="1920" height="1080" width_o="1920" height_o="1080" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4667db67fc90adb376908b11ab72db54425d6cdd8cb3f8437b0b341fd3153214/AdobeTrey_Anim_4.gif" data-mid="233862186" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/4667db67fc90adb376908b11ab72db54425d6cdd8cb3f8437b0b341fd3153214/AdobeTrey_Anim_4.gif" /> <img width="1920" height="1080" width_o="1920" height_o="1080" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ea55a6e505593f33c23e02ad3f42d7c12cb0b6e3f9da7ad2825a1be8f7f1fa7d/AdobeTrey_Anim_6.gif" data-mid="233862187" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/ea55a6e505593f33c23e02ad3f42d7c12cb0b6e3f9da7ad2825a1be8f7f1fa7d/AdobeTrey_Anim_6.gif" />