Graphic Animation

Catalog description

Students receive an education in motion graphics and animation theories, development techniques, and preparation for various multimedia applications. Emphasis is placed on the design principles used in motion graphics and animated communication to effectively convey information in an entertaining and engaging manner. The course covers the integration of sound and imagery through graphic animation techniques, compression, rendering, input/output file formats, and delivery. Projects include the creation of web banner ads, title sequences, a music video, and an original final project. The primary software for this course is Adobe Photoshop, Adobe AfterEffects, and a taste of 3D animation using Maya. Students will be expected to participate in critiques of professional animation designs in order to learn to critically evaluate their own work and their fellow students’ work.