Patrick Casella
I’m a creative at heart with a foundation rooted in storytelling.
I got my start in filmmaking - drawn to the way moving images, sound, and pacing could shape emotion and meaning. Over time, that curiosity evolved into cinematography and creative direction, where I learned how to craft visual narratives with intention. Whether behind the camera or leading a project, I’ve always been focused on one thing: making ideas feel alive.
As my interests grew, so did my tools. I began exploring motion design, where storytelling meets systems - animation, timing, and interaction all working together. That naturally led me into web and software development, where I found a new creative playground. Building digital experiences gave me a way to merge design, logic, and motion into something interactive and tangible.
Today, my work sits at the intersection of motion, design, and code. I care about how things look, how they move, and how they feel to use. I work fluidly between mediums.
Outside of work, I like to keep things moving (literally). You’ll usually find me playing basketball, experimenting with new video ideas, or creating content on YouTube. For me, hobbies aren’t separate from creativity... They’re just different ways of exploring it.
Right now, I'm focused on running a motion design studio during the day, while building software tools used by over 40,000 creatives. I’m always interested in new ideas, collaborations, and pushing creative boundaries a little further. Below is a timeline of my journey so far, with a few select projects from each year.
Launched MyDraft
Motion Design
Launched MyCliq.co
A Homepage Builder Helping Creators Monetize Their Audience.
Released Canyon Run
Launched Motion Directive
UI/UX Design and Software Development
Motion Design, 3D VFX, Commercial CGI, Creative Direction
3D Product Visualization, Graphic Design
Video Editing
VFX for Music Videos
Tour Graphics & Merch
Commercial Video Editing
Youtube Videos
72 Episodes amassed 400,000+ views
Stage Visuals
Street Photography
Film & Digital