Humans of justDice – Kamran, Motion Designer

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Kamran is one of our talented motion designers at justDice, creating engaging ad creatives that bring our products to life. With a background in filmmaking and a strong eye for storytelling, he combines creativity with technical skill to craft visuals that stand out.

In the office, Kamran is always approachable, ready to help, and known for his positive energy. He brings a social and creative spark, whether collaborating on a new project or chatting with the team. Let’s get to know him a little better!

1. First up, what led you to motion design?

My journey into motion design started with a pure love for creating videos. When I was 15, I was searching for a path in life—something different from the usual, something that didn’t involve boring routines or simple, repetitive tasks. I wanted something creative, something fresh, something that actually excited me.

That’s when I stumbled into the world of video creation. It all began with the legendary Windows Movie Maker (RIP to all the hours it crashed on me). At first, I was just making simple slideshows and cutting together existing footage. But soon, I wanted more—I wanted to shoot my own videos, tell my own stories. So, I started filming everything, from my school’s football matches to zero-budget short films with my friends.

One of my biggest inspirations was a TV series I was obsessed with. I wanted to recreate some of its action scenes—except, of course, I had no budget, no actors, and definitely no stunt team. So, I had to get creative. I was trying to figure out how to add gunshot effects to my videos, and after some research, I stumbled upon After Effects. At first, I was just using it for those effects, but as I explored more, I realized its true potential. I started making my own animations, experimenting with motion graphics, and before I knew it, I had fully dived into motion design.

A big turning point was meeting my first boss, who really pushed me and inspired me to take motion design seriously. From that moment on, I kept learning, improving, and creating. And here I am today—still pushing pixels, still animating, and still making sure my computer doesn’t crash in the middle of a render.

2. What’s your role at justDice like day-to-day?

In simple terms, my job is like: open your laptop, dive into creativity, close your laptop. But when you look deeper, there’s a real treasure inside. It’s not just about moving pixels—it’s about telling a story, capturing attention, and making people feel something through visuals.

As a motion designer, my job is to bring creativity to the table and create videos that align with our company’s products and marketing strategies. Sometimes that means experimenting with new styles, testing animation techniques, or obsessing over the perfect transition. From the outside, my teammates and I (who, by the way, are incredibly creative people) might just look like a group of folks staring at screens all day. But in reality, our job is about spotting tiny details, turning them into creative concepts, and bringing those ideas to life through motion.

3. What do you enjoy most about working at justDice?

Generally, I really enjoy spending time in the office, having conversations, working shoulder to shoulder with my teammates, and finding different creative ways to approach things every day. The atmosphere at justDice makes work fun—you can enjoy your project, have a great lunch with colleagues, or even take a PlayStation break (for research purposes, of course 😛).

But if I have to pick one thing, I’d say the conversations with my colleagues. justDice is full of people from different countries, each with unique cultures, and learning about them makes every conversation interesting. One moment, we’re talking about food traditions in one country, and the next, I’m learning a new phrase in another language (which I’ll probably mispronounce). It’s like traveling the world without leaving my desk—definitely the most enjoyable part!

4. How does your filmmaking expertise influence your motion design work at justDice?

Ha ha ha… This is actually a really interesting question! When I first started my video production career, I thought motion design would influence my filmmaking. But the interesting part is, now that I’m a motion designer at justDice, it’s actually the other way around—filmmaking influences my motion design work.

Of course, I use some filmmaking techniques in my projects here, which helps me approach videos from different angles—literally. I even shoot some live-action videos to bring a fresh touch to our video production process.

Whenever I create a motion design project, I try to imagine it as a film. How will it look? How will it affect viewers? Is the story as good as I want it to be? And sometimes, when I have to work with stock footage, my filmmaking background becomes my secret weapon. I already know exactly what kind of shots to pick—lighting techniques, angles, natural performances, smooth cuts, all that good stuff. 

At the end of the day, filmmaking is all about visualizing imagination and storytelling through live action. Adapting that mindset to digital storytelling is like a cheat code—it pushes me 2–3 steps ahead every time and helps me think from completely new perspectives.

5. What’s your process for designing ad creatives? Any go-to tools or techniques?

First of all, I always try to approach my video projects from different perspectives. I ask myself, “What will grab the most attention from viewers?” or even “What can I do to make this the most-watched video ever?” My goal is always to maximize the impact. The results may vary, but one thing is certain—I always give my best and never run out of energy.

When it comes to creativity, there’s no magic tool. Sometimes, it’s just the simplest things—imagination, storytelling, creativity, the right music, and good colors—that make all the difference. But here’s the real challenge: How do you define ‘good’ music or ‘good’ colors? It’s different for everyone.

For me, music is my biggest source of inspiration. It sparks ideas in my mind, giving me images and emotions to build on. I start by writing down these ideas, shaping them into a story, and then bringing that story to life visually. It’s like reverse-engineering a video from a soundtrack—letting the rhythm guide the creativity.

6. What’s been your most memorable project or creative challenge at justDice?

As a motion designer, I spend most of my time at my desk, working with animations, graphics, and motion effects. But on the rare occasions when I get to stand up and actually film something, those projects tend to be the most memorable—probably because they break the routine and bring something fresh to my workflow.

The live-action videos I’ve filmed here, with the help of my amazing colleagues (who, let’s be honest, might just be future Hollywood stars), are definitely some of my favorite projects. The filming process itself is always a blast—whether it’s improvising scenes, dealing with unexpected bloopers, or just having fun on set. And the best part? The anticipation of the final result. Even though I’m the one behind the camera, I still get excited to see how it all comes together.

Then comes the big moment—showing the video to the team. Seeing everyone’s reactions, the laughter, the inside jokes that come from it, and the funny emotions on their faces make these projects unforgettable. It’s not just about creating content—it’s about the shared experience, the teamwork, and the joy of bringing an idea to life. Moments like these remind me why I love what I do.

7. If you could create an ad for anything—no limits—what would it be and why?

Of course, I have some ideas for different things, for different brands to create or film ads whenever. But to be honest, with no limits, it’s hard to answer this question. I think I can split the answer into two directions: one utopic and the other realistic.

For the utopic one, I can say I would like to create/film an ad about living on Mars. I know this sounds illogical now, but just imagine—thousands of kilometers away, there’s a place that is currently empty, and no human has ever set foot there. There’s a tiny possibility that in the future, humanity could live there. This could be the start of a new era, a new life. It could be humanity’s second chance in a world where second chances are rare. One day, perhaps, we will need to relocate to another planet to continue our lives, and some people will worry about this relocation process and want to stay here. To help them get their second chance, to help them understand the importance of this relocation, to help them see their new home before arriving there, and to be part of the beginning of a new era—I would like to sit on the director chair of this video ad. 

For the realistic one, I would like to mention a brand I really respect: Apple Inc. I admire their products, their “cool” behavior, and their advertising strategy. I would love to create/film ads for them. I believe that my advertising and imagination directions align closely with their video advertising strategy. When I check their videos on YouTube, I really enjoy them and think, “I would film this video really similarly.” Maybe filming for Mars is impossible right now, but for Apple, I took my first step a few months ago, right after moving to Germany. I filmed a spec ad for Apple and was the director, producer, and writer of this project. Maybe that was one small step for me, but one giant leap for my vision

8. Finally, tell us a fun or unexpected fact about yourself!

I’m an officially licensed football player of the Kreisliga club in Germany, guys! Did you know that?

Even Bayern Munich FC offered me contract but Munich is really far away and I didn’t want to relocate there 😛 (Oh God, I just talked about moving thousands of kilometers away 😀)