Learn to create letterforms filled with personality and bring them to life through playful animation

Letters can say so much more than words in the world of typography, especially when animation is thrown into the mix. Graphic and motion designer Mat Voyce is known for his expressive typography, which he transforms into fun and dynamic animations. He’s collaborated with the likes of Netflix, Disney+, Adobe, and the BBC.

Enter a world of animation and learn how to bring typography to life. Express an idea, a quote, or a phrase by creating an original design in Illustrator and putting it into motion in After Effects. Create an original animated typography design and share your message with the world.

Who is this online course for?

This course is great for illustrators, designers, or anyone who wants to explore the world of animation and typography.

Requirements and materials

Basic knowledge of After Effects and Illustrator is recommended.

To take this course, you need access to a computer with After Effects and Illustrator (or similar software), and a pen or pencil and paper to make your initial sketch. Photoshop is optional for the final unit.