Title Sequence Animation in After Effects

Learn how to create a striking opening sequence for a movie or series by editing images and layouts in Photoshop, then bring it to life in After Effects

• Introduction
• Taking a Look at a Few Atmospheric Titles
• Designing Two Scenes and Logo Creation
• Animating the Sequence
• Grading and Rendering
• Final project

Title design for film is an essential part of a movie’s success. It’s the first sixty seconds to get an audience hooked in. For Paul McDonnell, it is also a chance to take part in a wide variety of projects– one month working on a children’s show like The Worst Witch, and the next on a horror series like Intruders.

In this online course, learn the entire process of creating a film title sequence for any genre from scratch. Discover how to source, compile, and edit an engaging scene before tying it together with the perfect soundtrack. By the end of the course, you’ll a deep understanding of title design and animation, as well as a new project to add to your portfolio.

• About Me
• Influences
• Successful Atmospheric Title Sequences
• Creation of Mood Board
• Brainstorming Three Scenes
• Image Sourcing
• Creating the First Two Scenes 1
• Creating the First Two Scenes 2
• Creating the First Two Scenes 3
• Logo Design
• Converting the Scene into 2.5D and Managing Files 1
• Converting the Scene into 2.5D and Managing Files 2
• Converting the Scene into 2.5D and Managing Files 3
• Editing to a Sample Score
• Animating Transitions and Inserting Footage 1
• Animating Transitions and Inserting Footage 2
• Compositing and Grading
• Exporting
• Title Sequence Animation in After Effects