ILL-211A: Motion Design 1

Motion Design 1 is an introductory course in which students learn to bring their ideas to life through the power of motion. Building on foundational knowledge in typography, image-making, and illustration, this course invites students to explore how design and storytelling intersect in time-based media. Through hands-on projects, students will transform their narrative ideas into compelling animated sequences, learning how to convey meaning through movement. The course also emphasizes the professional creative workflow-from initial concept to final output-equipping students with the tools and mindset of a motion designer. This is a foundational course required for all Graphic Design and Illustration/Motion track students.