Home > Create Dynamic Motion Graphics for Social Media Videos

Ian Robinson

A seasoned motion graphics designer, educator, and creative director.

linkedin-icon

Create Dynamic Motion Graphics for Social Media Videos

Create animated graphics using shape layers and other graphics to use for lower thirds and intro graphics.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Create dynamic graphics using text and shape layers.
  • Animate text and shapes for engaging visuals.

Level: Advanced

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Animation, Text, Shapes

Key Insights

  • Use text animators for smooth text animations.
  • Leverage shape layers for versatile graphic designs.
  • Utilize Illustrator for vector graphics in After Effects.
  • Apply gradient fills to enhance visual appeal.
  • Implement keyframes for precise timing in animations.
  • Use the trim paths function for dynamic reveals.
  • Copy and paste layers to streamline graphic creation.
  • Adjust opacity for effective fade-in effects.
  • Organize layers for better animation management.
  • Activate Adobe fonts for consistent typography.