B.SIDE | Moving Design

What

We Do

What We Do

Never Ever Do This At Home (S2)

Who

We Are

B.SIDE is a Gemini nominated design studio that conceives, develops and translates ideas from conception into Moving Design.

B.SIDE Conceives... wherein forming and understanding mental concepts and abstractions. A seemingly random yet always organic process from which all things originate. An intricate pattern of correlations that culminates in the foundation of every idea.

B.SIDE Creates... through our human intervention and artistic imagination. Through the confident collaboration of various influences in harnessing the potential of an idea, it is the process by which all concepts manifest.

B.SIDE Incites... the inspiration brought forward through the process of creation. The catalyst to further conceptualize and the motivation to create Moving Design.

B.SIDE Is... the fluid nature of this creative process which allows for the limitless exploration of the potential of an idea, resulting in the strongest possible solution for a visually unique, impactful, and resounding presence.

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Meet Our Team

Boyan Stergulc

Creative Director

Two Gemini nominations for Best Achievement in a Main Title Design, and extensive contributions to award-winning television programming have made Boyan a respected and talented industry creative. Founder of design animation studio, B.SIDE INC., Boyan’s respected dedication and creative vision have been loyally trusted in branding, creatively developing and producing on-air packages and episodic segments for some of the most-watched televison programs in Canada. His ability to quickly envision an idea comes from his appreciation for the details that surround him, opening his mind to the potential that lies within even the smallest seed of an idea. Boyan dives into every project like a kid in a sandbox; his creativity is fresh and inspiring, his drive is limitless, and his incredible abilities define true talent… all key ingredients in keeping clients extremely happy and coming back time and again.

Abigail Pinto Correia

Executive Producer

Abigail’s involvement with B.SIDE transcends the role of Executive Producer, working alongside the Creative Director as a valued partner in the development, art direction and management of countless projects. A diligent producer who understands her clients, her team, and the requirements of every project, Abigail communicates with calm, clarity and confidence, enabling fluidity and efficiency to mandate the experience from start to finish. It's no exaggeration when we say that you gotta just love projects that run so smoothly that they feel like they didn’t even happen! A volunteer and mentor to local elementary students, Abigail produced a 5-minute short for the UN World Environment Day Film Festival which was proudly selected for screening at the AGO in Toronto. Abigail's attentiveness is steering and her warm personality is contagious as she welcomes each and every client to B.SIDE as family.

Afshin Vahabzadeh

Motion Designer

We can only imagine what a blast attendance row calls were like in highschool for our Motion Designer, A.K.A. Alphabets. Not long after joining B.SIDE in 2013, Afshin received acclaim directly from “Bill” for his design and animation produced for the opening sequence of "Shatner’s World"… That's right, Bill, as in Captain Kirk. How cool is that? Afshin has been an invaluable addition to the team contributing to the graphic production of numerous on-air broadcasts, and most recently he blew sh!t up as the lead animator for Season 2 of "Never Ever Do This At Home."

WHY

B.SIDE is Your One-Stop Studio

B.SIDE sees the world as an endless canvas of creative opportunities... A tapestry of visual ideas to be explored, examined, thoroughly imagined and fully realized. We think of ourselves as brand imagineers harnessing various forms of motion media and fostering a clear, concise and thoroughly creative message. Servicing the Broadcast, Commercial, Corporate and Film Industries, here’s why B.SIDE is your one-stop studio ::

OUR SERVICES

Brand Identities
Brand identity lays a foundation for brand-building, identifying the tools and building blocks, and illustrating the construction of strong brands through timeless design. B.SIDE demonstrates core identity design principles through a clear, organized structure, and with a variety of sources and samples.
Creative Conception
B.SIDE understands client messaging, audience demographics and the means by which to communicate effectively. These key factors help anchor our creative vision in proposing a visual language that is distinctive, relevant and impactful.
Live Action Directing & Storyboarding
B.SIDE connects with our work through a monitor and even more-so with our subject through a lens. B.SIDE is personable, committed and understanding, allowing for a fluid experience of storyboarding our intentions or simply allowing the experience to inspire our next steps.
Photography & Film
Utilizing a variety of Canon 5D camera lenses, B.SIDE provides clients with beautiful captures in both photography & footage formats that communicate compelling, intimate, and awe-inspiring experiences.
Sound Design
Working alongside an award-winning team of musicians and composers, the visual language created by B.SIDE is further enhanced by the tone and sensibility that is heard and felt through sound design.
3D Modeling & VFX
B.SIDE is fluently versed in Cinema 4D, bringing to life a creative array of 3D aesthetics and styles that include epic 3D Titling, Low Polygon Design, and Sketch & Toon just to name a few. B.SIDE also facilitates in true-to-life VFX that seamlessly pass for in-camera captures.

Compositing
B.SIDE combines visual elements from separate sources into single images, creating the illusion that all elements live together in the same scene. Artistic comprehension of textures, lighting and spatial environments allow for a seamless picture to come to life.
Design & Animation
With an ear to the ground on what is current and where design is heading, B.SIDE is deeply versed in the principles of good design. Our production tools are current and our eagerness to learn more is ongoing, allowing for an array of animation styles to come to life. Our pixel enthusiasm complements the evolving world of digital communications through the art of stellar design and world-class animation.
Editing
B.SIDE firmly believes that every frame counts, and when it comes to editing we purposefully compliment picture with sound to fortify the essence of your message. Not only do we create Moving Design through the vehicle of animation but we are proud in our success of creating Design that Moves You.
On-line, On-site & Outdoor Digital Media
B.SIDE extends it’s production to multiple platforms of communication that are tailored to further communicate your messaging to online users, on-site at retail and public locations of commerce, and in urban centers equipped with outdoor digital advertising boards.
On-Site Co-Directing Consultation
B.SIDE assists Directors with big-picture frameworks and visual requirements associated with the graphic packaging and design aesthetic of a project; forecasting necessary lighting, lens framing, and effectively communicating with subjects in capturing personality and emotion.
Outstanding Client Care
B.SIDE welcomes every new project with enthusiasm, transparency and commitment, and this is evident in our high volume of repeat clients we have the privilege of collaborating with. Well beyond our dates of delivery, B.SIDE is always present to ensure our clients are cared for, and that their products and projects are successfully executed.

OUR CLIENTS

Broadcast
APTN
Architect Films
Aquila Productions
Bell Media
Breakthrough Films & TV
Canwest Global
CBC / KIDS’ CBC
Comedy Network
Corus Entertainment
CTV / Astral Media
Discovery Channel
E!
Food Network
History Channel
Indspire
InSight Productions
Pixcom Productions
Shaw Media
Temple Street Productions
Zone 3 Productions
Commercial
Aleve
Bell Media
Country Style
Credit Union of BC
Levi’s
Mars
National Post
Square One
The Movie Network
Yuk Yuk’s Entertainment
Corporate
AstraZenica
Argent Financial
Becel
Bos Toronto
Mortgage Intelligence
Nature Conservancy of Canada
PLAN Canada
Whizbang Films
Xerox
York University
Film
2002 :: The 51st State
2003 :: Owning Mahowny
2004 :: The End of Suburbia
2005 :: A Wing & A Prayer
2006 :: Run Robot Run
2006 :: Spymate
2009 :: Hard Boiled Eggs
2010 :: Welcome To Democracy
2011 :: Customer (Dis)Service
2012 :: Old Stock
2014 :: The Nature Club Report

"B.SIDE animation is responsive, collaborative, fast and most importantly always delivers work that totally exceeds expectations. The thought and polish that goes into their preliminary work helps sell their ideas through to easy approvals."

Blair Harley, Executive Producer
Recipe to Riches on CBC
Donut Showdown on Food Network/Cooking Channel