Brad Cannady

Brad Cannady is a seasoned professional in motion design and animation with a diverse background, currently serving as Art Director of Motion Design at Qualified since October 2025. Previous experience includes roles as Marketing Video Designer at Empower and Senior Motion Designer at 1Password, where Brad led animation projects and collaborated with stakeholders to produce animated deliverables. As Lead Motion Graphics Designer at Kolide, responsibilities involved designing and animating video projects, while earlier positions at StudioNorth and Optimus focused on leading animation projects and composing VFX elements. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Digital Cinema from DePaul University and a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Northern Illinois University.