Animation for Typographic Compositions
Bring lettering and type off the page with motion — kinetic type, animated logotypes, and simple typographic transitions. Built for letterers and designers who already have the static skills and want to add movement.
What you'll learn
- Apply basic animation principles (easing, timing) to type
- Animate a kinetic-type sequence to music or voice
- Build simple, reusable animated logotype reveals
- Export motion pieces for social and web
Curriculum
Suggested pace: 4 weeks- 1
Animation principles for type
Week 1Ease-in/ease-out, timing and overshoot — the handful of principles that make type motion feel intentional instead of robotic.
- 2
Kinetic type basics
Week 1Animate single words and short phrases to a beat, building a feel for pacing text against audio.
- 3
Building a title sequence
Week 2Sequence multiple type elements into a short opening title, layering entrances and exits.
- 4
Animated logotype reveals
Week 3Design a simple, reusable reveal animation for a logotype that could drop into any project.
- 5
Export and delivery
Week 4Render and export motion pieces correctly for web and social, including loop-friendly formats.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any experience for this?
Some prior experience with the fundamentals is recommended before starting.
Is this live, or can I go at my own pace?
Self-paced. There's no fixed class time — the weekly pace above is only a suggestion to help you plan.
What happens right after I enroll?
The course appears immediately in My courses, and the first module unlocks straight away.
Do I lose access if I don't finish right away?
No — once you're enrolled, the course stays in My courses and you can pick it back up any time.
