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Kyle Hamrick

Motion | Creative & Technical Direction

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Designing with Animation In Mind

Create an animated logo from an imported Illustrator design, then apply a variety of techniques to create a complete motion graphic within After Effects.

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand design structure for animation
  • Convert Photoshop layers to After Effects
  • Animate text and shapes effectively

Level: Beginner

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Animation, Layer Management, Keyframing

Key Insights

  • Use RGB color mode for After Effects projects.
  • Design with flexibility for future animations.
  • Separate layers for individual animations in Photoshop.
  • Pre-composing layers simplifies complex animations.
  • Utilize parenting to link layers for cohesive movement.
  • Adjust keyframes for smoother animations with Easy Ease.
  • Optimize preview settings for better performance.
  • Use masks and effects to reveal elements creatively.
  • Employ expressions to link properties for efficiency.
  • Trim layers to improve timeline organization.