Motiongraphics

1. Conduct research in the world of motiongraphics

2. Analyze a work of motion media using the mass communications conceptual framework

3. Identify areas of interest

4. List skills you would like to learn

1. Identify + implement the Principles of Design

1. Identify + implement the Principles of Typography

2. Identify + utilize fundamental tools of After Effects

3. Distinguish among font types

4. Identify features of text - size, shape, style, family, kerning, leading

5. Utilize arrangement tools + grids

6. Manage layers, naming conventions, and organization

7. Animate text layers

8. Export composition

1. Identify layer types in After Effects

2. Identify features and functions of masks

3. Identify basics of Illustrator

4. Distinguish between vector and pixel

5. Integrate Illustrator assets with AfterEffects comp

6. Apply advanced animation techniques

7. Precompose layers

8. Utilize parenting and nulls

9. Apply single and multiple effects

Courtesy of Dribbble

1. Identify different frame rates

2. Identify PhotoShop motion interface and tools

3. Identify + implement principles of character animation

4. Implement blocking, roughing out, detail

5. Export cel animation for finishing in After Effects

6. Integrate cel animation with live action footage

7. Utilize motion tracking methods

1. Define foley and sound design

2. Identify methods of making sound

3. Organize, edit + enhance captured sounds

4. Integrate sounds into existing visuals

5. Develop visual based on given sound