BigStar
- Open roles
- 0
- Founded
- 2004
- Employees
- 11-50
- Offices
- 1
About BigStar
BigStar is an independent creative motion design and production studio based in New York City. Founded in 2004 by Josh Norton, the studio combines graphic design, animation, visual effects and live-action production to create visual identities, title sequences and campaigns for entertainment, broadcast and commercial clients.
Its work brings together design systems and visual storytelling across several formats. Projects range from opening titles and documentary graphics to network identities, sports broadcast packages and promotional campaigns. The studio develops concepts, storyboards and creative strategy alongside production services spanning 2D and 3D animation, compositing, editorial and finishing.
Entertainment and documentary work
BigStar has contributed graphic design and animation to documentary films including Free Solo and Inside Job. Its documentary portfolio also includes graphics and animated sequences for Jim Henson: Idea Man. Television work includes series graphics for Searching for Soul Food, graphics for Super League: The War for Football, and motion graphics and show elements for Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.
The studio also creates promotional design and campaign materials for entertainment properties. Its work within HBO’s Game of Thrones universe includes promotional graphics and brand campaigns for Game of Thrones, campaign launch packages for House of the Dragon, and promotional design for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
Broadcast identities and campaigns
For sports and news programming, BigStar develops broadcast graphics systems, show opens, network IDs and insert graphics. Supported projects include FOX NASCAR and FOX College Football packages, TNT College Sports branding, and the visual identity and rebrand of CNBC’s Closing Bell.
Beyond individual programmes, its output includes upfront presentation graphics, event packages, digital out-of-home activations and immersive experiences. These capabilities connect its entertainment marketing work with broader brand campaigns and commercial advertising.
More about BigStar
Leadership
- Josh Norton serves as President and Executive Creative Director.
- Carson Hood serves as Executive Vice President and Executive Producer, guiding business development, partnerships and executive production.
Operating practices
The studio describes a hybrid schedule with onsite work Monday–Thursday and remote work on Friday. Its core team of art directors, animators and producers is supplemented by specialized freelance artists, including directors, designers and animators.
Industry recognition
The research reports that BigStar has received multiple Emmy Awards for graphic design and main titles; it does not specify award years or individual categories.
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Where BigStar is based
- 547 West 27th Street, Suite 310, New York, NY 10001, United StatesNew York, United States
New York office
HeadquartersPrimary headquarters and production studio in Manhattan's West Chelsea neighborhood.
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