Manuel Messerli aka penmouse is a Swiss American Art Director for Motion Design.
As a generalist his design and animation work spans a diverse array of projects and industries, including entertainment, technology, medical, finance, beauty, and non-profits.
penmouse is creating visual concepts, style frames, storyboards, and animations for design studios, advertising agencies, production companies, streaming services and TV networks. He has expertise in working independently and in leading teams of motion designers and VFX artists with a background in directing that blends animation with live-action.
His portfolio has been recognized with two Emmy Awards in 2022 for Best Graphic Arts and Best PSA. In 2023, The Union Difference a commercial that he designed and directed, received a nomination for Best Graphic Arts at the 75th Emmy Awards. Additionally he has won recognitions and awards at PromaxBDA New York, the Cannes Lions Young Director Award, the International Eyes & Ears Awards, and ADC Switzerland.
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