After Effects for Designers: From Static to Motion

If you’re a designer familiar with Photoshop, Illustrator, or other Adobe tools, this session will feel like a natural next step. Industry expert Luisa Winters will help you understand how to bring your static designs to life using the animation tools in Adobe After Effects. We’ll focus on the similarities between After Effects and the design programs you already know — making it easier to dive into keyframing, working with layers, shape animation, and text effects. Along the way, you’ll also explore AI-powered tools like Content-Aware Fill and Roto Brush 2, which simplify time-consuming tasks like subject isolation and object removal.

Key Takeaways:

• Animate layered artwork from Photoshop and Illustrator
• Understand the After Effects interface through the lens of design
• Use keyframes, motion paths, and animation presets with confidence
• Incorporate AI-assisted tools like Content-Aware Fill and Roto Brush 2
• Export your animations for web, social media, and motion graphics projects

No prior animation experience required—just a designer’s eye and a curiosity for motion.

Technical Level: Beginner

Category: How To

Track: Video, Audio, and Motion

Audience: Graphic Designer, Motion Designer, Post-Production Professional, Print Designer