Motion Graphics
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36 classes
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Our Motion Graphics Course is designed for creative individuals who want to bring their designs to life through animation. You will learn the principles of animation, visual effects, and storytelling using industry-standard tools like Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D. This course covers everything from kinetic typography to complex 3D motion design, preparing you for a career in advertising, film, television, and digital media content creation.
Course Modules
- 01. Introduction to Motion Graphics & Animation
- 02. Principles of Animation (Squash, Stretch, Timing)
- 03. Adobe After Effects Interface & Basics
- 04. Keyframe Animation & Graph Editor
- 05. Kinetic Typography (Animated Text)
- 06. Working with Shapes, Masks & Layers
- 07. Parenting & Null Objects
- 08. 3D Layers & Camera Movement in After Effects
- 09. Green Screen Removal (Keying) & Rotoscoping
- 10. Visual Effects (VFX) & Particle Systems
- 11. Motion Tracking & Stabilization
- 12. Intro to Cinema 4D (3D Motion Graphics)
- 13. Character Animation Basics (Duik Bassel)
- 14. Explainer Video Production Workflow
- 15. Logo Animation & Intro Creation
- 16. Rendering & Exporting for Different Platforms
- 17. Building a Professional Showreel
- 18. Final Project: Complete Motion Graphics Commercial
Bring Static Designs to Life with Our Professional Motion Graphics Course.
In a digital world fighting for attention, movement wins. Motion Graphics is the art of using animation and visual effects to create the illusion of motion. From the animated logos you see on YouTube to the explainer videos used by startups, motion designers are the magicians behind the screen.
Why Learn Motion Graphics?
It is one of the highest-paid creative skills today. Brands are shifting from static images to video content for social media ads, making motion designers incredibly valuable.
- High Demand: Every digital agency needs motion designers for social media content and ads.
- Freelance Freedom: Create 5-second intro videos or 60-second explainers and earn significant income on Fiverr and Upwork.
- Creative Expression: There are no limits. If you can imagine it, you can animate it.
What You Will Master
We take you from "What is a keyframe?" to "Hollywood-style effects."
1. Adobe After Effects: The industry standard. Learn to animate text, create shape layers, and use the graph editor for smooth, professional movement.
2. Animation Principles: Learn the 12 principles of animation (like anticipation and follow-through) that make movement feel natural and appealing.
3. 3D Integration: Get an introduction to 3D space within After Effects and Cinema 4D Lite to add depth to your projects.
4. VFX & Compositing: Learn to add special effects like explosions, rain, or futuristic HUDs to live-action footage.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as Motion Designers, VFX Artists, or Video Editors in advertising agencies, TV channels, or film studios. Many of our students also build successful freelance careers, working with international clients. Join Next Level IT Institute and set your career in motion.