Motion Graphics: Introduction
Parsons School of Design: School of Art, Media, and Tech
CRN: 11541
Credits: 3
This introductory yet intensive course explores the fundamental of time-based graphic motion, with particular emphasis on typography, image, and narrative sequence. Students are challenged to develop concise yet powerful presentations, literal or abstract ideas, and move step-by-step through the development process, from storyboard to final rendering. This course will be complemented with readings on animation and visual effects. Primary software used: Adobe After Effects.
College: Parsons School of Design (PS)
Department: School of Art, Media, and Tech (AMT)
Campus: New York City (GV)
Course Format: Studio (S)
Modality: In-Person
Max Enrollment: 15
Repeat Limit: 2
Add/Drop Deadline: February 2, 2027 (Tuesday)
Online Withdrawal Deadline: April 14, 2027 (Wednesday)
Seats Available: Yes
Status: Open*
* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 12:36pm EDT 10/11/2026
CRN: 16001
Credits: 3
This introductory yet intensive course explores the fundamentals of motion design for product design. The course examines how motion enhances user experiences and interactions, improves usability, and supports design systems across screens. Through storyboarding, prototyping, critique, and iterative production, students explore the design process from concept to final rendering. The course is complemented by readings on animation, motion principles, and in-class demos. Students are encouraged to apply motion design to their portfolio and capstone projects. Primary software used: Adobe After Effects.
College: Parsons School of Design (PS)
Department: School of Art, Media, and Tech (AMT)
Campus: New York City (GV)
Course Format: Studio (S)
Modality: In-Person
Max Enrollment: 15
Repeat Limit: 2
Add/Drop Deadline: February 2, 2027 (Tuesday)
Online Withdrawal Deadline: April 14, 2027 (Wednesday)
Seats Available: Yes
Status: Open*
* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 12:36pm EDT 10/11/2026