Intro to Motion Graphics: Explainer Videos From Storyboard to Animation

Explainer videos are a powerful tool for businesses to showcase their value, drive sales, and increase brand awareness. Demand for compelling explainer videos is soaring, making animation skills highly marketable. This course provides a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to creating professional explainer video animations, from initial concept to final render.

You'll learn the complete professional explainer video workflow, covering everything from AI-assisted ideation to utilizing Adobe After Effects (AE). This course is perfect for aspiring animators, graphic designers, and illustrators looking to add animation to their skillset and enter the world of motion design.

Here's a detailed look at what you'll master:

• Storyboard Development: Learn how to create effective storyboards that bring your explainer video to life.
• Illustration Setup: Discover techniques for preparing your illustrations for seamless animation.
• After Effects Project Setup: Get your After Effects project organized for efficient animation.
• Scene Animation in After Effects: Master the art of animating individual scenes within After Effects.
• Seamless Transitions: Learn how to create smooth and engaging transitions between scenes.
• After Effects Tools: Explore a variety of essential tools within Adobe After Effects.
• Keyboard Shortcuts & Tips: Boost your productivity with time-saving keyboard shortcuts and workflow tips.
• Animation Principles: Understand and apply fundamental animation principles like overshoot and anticipation to create dynamic visuals.
• Speed Graph Editing: Learn to manipulate speed graphs to add life and energy to your animations.
• Wiggle Expressions: Apply simple wiggle expressions in After Effects for subtle, organic movement.

This course focuses on fundamental and essential workflows applicable to any explainer video project. The techniques and tips learned can also be applied to other motion graphics projects. While introductory, this course covers a significant amount of ground, so a basic familiarity with Adobe Suite design tools will be beneficial.

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