Austin Shaw

Austin Shaw is a renowned motion designer, educator, and author with a deep passion for storytelling through design. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Austin has worked with leading studios and global brands, blending traditional design principles with cutting-edge motion techniques. He is best known for his influential book Design for Motion: Fundamentals and Techniques of Motion Design, which has become a staple in design education. As a dedicated educator, Austin has taught at institutions such as the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Western Washington University, and The Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), inspiring the next generation of creatives with his thoughtful, process-driven approach. His work emphasizes clarity, emotion, and conceptual depth, bridging the gap between art and communication. Austin continues to contribute to the field through lectures, workshops, and mentorship, remaining at the forefront of an ever-evolving medium. His experimental animation explores the intersection of meaning and abstraction through typography and texture.