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The Easiest Motion Graphics Class You Will Ever Take

Last updated: Oct 14 2025

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Overview

This is the easiest motion graphics class I've made so far. This beginner level class is a great introduction to Adobe After Effects. You will learn some basic animation techniques as well as some tips and tricks to get you started in motion graphics.

In this class you'll learn:

  • A general overview of the Adobe After Effects software
  • How to animate using the position, rotation, scale, and opacity properties
  • How to animate a line using a "trim path"
  • How to use the type tool
  • How to create a pre-comp
  • How to use an expression
  • How to loop and export your animation to share in the project gallery

You'll be creating:

  • Together we will create a loading icon animation

Course Details

  • Instructor: Tyler Bennett
  • Last Updated: September 2025
  • Duration: 31 minutes
  • Lectures: 9
  • Level: Beginner
  • Language: English

What You'll Learn

Learn how to animate using the four main properties (position, rotation, scale, and opacity)

Course Content

2 lectures • 1 min total time

  • Introduction (00:22)
  • Getting Started (00:20)

Requirements

  • No motion graphics experience needed. However, you need access to Adobe After Effects.

Target Audience

Beginners that would like to learn some basics of motion graphics and Adobe After Effects.

Project Files

Included in the project file is a finished version of the class. It might help in case you get stuck on one of the lessons.

What You Need

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Media Encoder to export

To Share Your Class Project

  1. Export your animation in mp4 format (you will learn how to do this in the export lesson)
  2. Upload your video to a video-sharing platform such as YouTube or Vimeo. I suggest uploading your video using the "unlisted" option. That way your video will be private, but you will still be able to share it here.
  3. On the projects & resources page find the submit project button
  4. Share the link to your video
Important Note

Adobe, After Effects, and Media Encoder are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

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