Month 1: Foundations of Motion Graphics
Week 1-2: Introduction to After Effects
● Overview of the interface
● Importing assets
● Basic animation techniques (position, scale, rotation)
● Keyframe animation
Week 3-4: Understanding Layers and Compositions
● Working with layers and pre-compositions
● Masking and mattes
● Using effects and presets
● Introduction to typography animation
Month 2: Intermediate Motion Graphics Techniques
Week 5-6: Advanced Animation Techniques
● Animation principles (easing, timing, and interpolation)
● Shape layers and vector animation
● Parenting and null objects
● Puppet tool basics
Week 7-8: Expressions and Automation
● Introduction to expressions
● Using expressions for efficiency and automation
● Looping animations
● Creating responsive animations
Month 3: Special Effects and Visual Enhancements
Week 9-10: Visual Effects
● Introduction to effects and plugins
● Green screen and chroma keying
● Particle systems
● Advanced masking techniques
Week 11-12: 3D Integration and Camera Animation
● Integrating 3D assets
● Camera animation techniques
● Creating depth and parallax effects
● Introduction to plugins like Element 3D
Month 4: Projects and Portfolio Development
Week 13-14: Project 1: Motion Graphics Animation
● Concept development
● Storyboarding
● Execution and refinement
Week 15-16: Project 2: Advanced Motion Graphics
● Complex animation techniques
● Integration of audio
● Finalizing and exporting projects
● Portfolio development and presentation
Weekly Schedule:
● Day 1 (Weekday): Theory and Skill Development
○ Watch tutorials or online courses
○ Read relevant articles or books
○ Practice exercises and small projects
● Day 2 (Weekend): Practical Application and Project Work
○ Implement what you learned
○ Work on assigned projects
○ Seek feedback and review
Additional Considerations:
● Regular Practice: Allocate time outside of scheduled sessions for
practice and experimentation.
● Feedback and Collaboration: Join online communities or forums to
share work, receive feedback, and collaborate with others.
● Flexibility: Adjust the schedule and topics based on individual
progress and interests.
● Portfolio Building: Focus on creating a diverse portfolio showcasing
different skills and styles.
● Continuous Learning: Motion graphics is a vast field; continue
learning beyond the four-month period to stay updated with new
techniques and trends.
