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Create a motion graphic

⏱️ 1-2 hours 📊 Intermediate 🎨 Creative

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Design animated graphics for social media, presentations, or video content. Learn motion design principles while creating eye-catching visuals that move and engage.

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How to Get Started

CHOOSING YOUR SOFTWARE (20 minutes)
  1. Beginner-friendly: Canva Pro (free trial, simple animations), Adobe Express (free)
  2. Professional: Adobe After Effects (free trial, industry standard), DaVinci Resolve (free)
  3. Online tools: Kapwing, Animaker (free tiers available)
  4. Watch intro tutorial: Search 'motion graphics for beginners' on YouTube
LEARNING BASICS (30 minutes)
  1. Keyframes: Core concept - set start and end points, software creates motion between
  2. Easing: Makes motion feel natural (slow start, fast middle, slow end)
  3. Basic properties: Position, scale, rotation, opacity - these create most effects
  4. Follow a tutorial: Recreate simple text animation or logo reveal
CREATING YOUR FIRST PROJECT (1-2 hours)
  1. Start simple: Animated text for social media post or title card
  2. Plan on paper: Sketch what you want to happen and when
  3. Build timeline: Add elements, set keyframes, adjust timing
  4. Add effects: Blur, glow, color changes for polish
  5. Export: MP4 for social media, appropriate resolution (1080p standard)
GROWING YOUR SKILLS
  1. Study examples: Watch motion graphics, note what makes them effective
  2. Practice weekly: Create short animations regularly to improve
  3. Learn transitions: How elements enter, exit, and connect
  4. Sound design: Add music or sound effects for complete package

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