Background

GIT 314 Project to create a motion graphic. Animated opening credits for Waffle Punk series for Jam Studios, utilized Adobe stock videos and images to create a stylistic, vibrant motion graphic to hype up audiences.

Objective

Develop a stylish intro that appeals to young adult audiences using motion graphics. The introduction needed to set the tone of the series, introduce characters, and include the title. Intro needs to be under 20 seconds.

Synopsis

Inspirations included works that used Acid Design and Cyberpunk theme and color pallet and aesthetics. Animation Intros and music videos including: Gorillaz, Cowboy Bebop, DanDaDan, Mob Psycho 100 1, 2, 3, Chainsaw Man, Cyberpunk Edge Runners, Sentai Daishikkaku.

Process

Started with researching bold, stylish animated music videos and opening themes. Took note of the style, colors, effects, font, pacing, and music style.

Developed a creative brief to set the direction, goals, and tone of the piece. Ensured that the storyboard effectively showcased the characters and their personalities.

Used stock art, photos, and video in After Effects to set tone and characters. Used animation techniques for smooth motion that changes with the music beats.

Broke down the important messages in the creative brief and laid them out in the storyboard.

Started off with introducing the studio, then piquing interest with the popular character Thanos, then inviting the audience to speculate by adding character Chaos and the release date. All these elements needed to be on brand, evoke interest with mystery and spectacle, and hype current fans.

Used Photoshop to edit static official art and stock images. Assets were imported into After Effects to create animations and add special effects.

Results

The motion graphic project powerfully connects with young adult audiences on an emotional level by using a bold visual style, dynamic animation, and acid design, and pop culture influences.

These creative choices evoke excitement and intrigue delivering the key messages about the narratives and characters. Amplifying the impact of the narrative while resonating with viewers’ internal experience.

Project managed on time and within budget with an agile structure.

Can be viewed on Youtube.

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