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Ian Robinson

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

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Motion Tracking

Tie graphic elements to other elements in a scene so it tracks within footage.

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Utilize 3D camera tracker for text placement
  • Create and position text in 3D space
  • Adjust depth of field for realism

Level: Advanced

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, 3D tracking, Text animation, Depth of field

Key Insights

  • Start with a reference composition for guidance.
  • Use the 3D camera tracker to analyze scene depth.
  • Select multiple track points for accurate text positioning.
  • Set ground plane in origin for proper layer placement.
  • Enable 3D for text layers to manipulate in 3D space.
  • Adjust focus distance to create depth of field effects.
  • Delete unnecessary keyframes for smoother animations.
  • Use solids for easier repositioning of elements.
  • Experiment with Adobe fonts for text customization.
  • Preview animations frequently to assess visual quality.