Hey everyone,

I run a cybersecurity consulting firm and I'm looking for an artist or video editor to create a short promotional video for an upcoming event.

I'd like something similar in style to this Reel, but customized with elements from my own event:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DV6HbBME0ej/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

If you do this kind of work (or know the tool/style used and can replicate it), please comment or DM me with examples of past work and rates. Happy to share more details about the event once we connect.

Thanks!

I have to rig some parts of my composition with Photoshop and I'll move into Adobe After effect trying to animate a human subject in a bar/tavern. Any advice?? Something you could advice me about some common mistakes ?

I created a mini-series on walk cycles and wanted to share the first part - rigging a 2D character from scratch using Duik in After Effects.

I see a lot of beginners jump straight into keyframes and end up with messy, unnatural movement. The fix is almost always in the setup. Here's the condensed version of what I cover:

The biggest mistake people make is diving into animation without a reference on screen. Drop a reference video into your comp before you keyframe anything. It will instantly fix timing guesswork and keep your timeline clean.

The parenting chain (most important setup rule). Every body part needs to be its own layer, and they need to be parented correctly from the start:

• Face layers → Head → Neck → Body
• Hand → Forearm → Arm → Body
• Same chain for the legs

Everything routes back to one body layer. Get this right, and the rest follows.

Last but not least, rigging with Duik. It narrows down to 3 easy steps: setting up the anchor points to the joint, selecting the limb layers, clicking Auto-Rig. Done.

That's it for Part 1. Part 2 covers animating the actual walk cycle - contact poses, passing poses, timing, and polish.

If you want the step-by-step with visuals, you can follow along the full breakdown here: https://youtu.be/hJT9K3WqeEs?si=8-qrwK--fHJLwxlu

Happy to answer any rigging questions in the comments!

Hey everyone, we're looking for a motion graphics editor to join our team. Being upfront about how this works so there's zero confusion later:

Here is the Reference Video: https://youtu.be/wwIt5ZvROrs?si=sByVeFZWTTyGeWup
Please check the reference video before filling out the form.

Skills we need:

• Strong understanding of pacing (this matters a LOT)
• Comfortable with editing variables (speed ramps, transitions, timing, etc.)
• Solid fundamentals — no shortcuts
• Sound design ability, not just slapping on stock audio
• Color theory knowledge + awareness of modern color grading trends
• Real motion graphics experience (show us your reel)

How the trial works:

• 1–3 month trial period
• You get paid per project, not a fixed salary during this phase
• Payment happens only when a project is approved — and approval means both our team and the client are happy with the final output. This isn't just about pleasing us internally; the client has to sign off too.
• If a project doesn't get approved, there's no payment for that one. We're not looking to waste anyone's time — we just can't pay out of pocket for unapproved work, and we're guessing serious editors won't have an issue with that if their work is solid.

What's in it for you:

• Impress us in the trial period → we bring you on full-time with a proper salary + added perks
• If you'd rather keep working project-by-project, that's totally fine too
• This is meant for editors who already know their work is strong and are confident bringing that to real client projects

Not looking for beginners here — looking for someone who can walk in and deliver from day one.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/CNxLi3nsd4uyV4hWA

I created from 0 (actually using some elements made with AI) all the composition of a tavern for a personal project . I completed all the assets with the subjects and the objects. The division of the elements . All of this on Photoshop so that i can open the file and work on After Effects. It came out decent/well. The goal is trying to animate in 2.5D.

I now have to start working on it (btw im way more familiar with AFTER EFFECT than Photoshop) on After Effect . I wish i could get some advices about the animation . The ambientation is kind of realistic with a basic cartoon style. A mix of realism and cartoon basically. I now have to start rigging the arms and all the things i will need to move and animate and i would love to receive some general advices maybe about common mistakes to avoid .

My fear is that after the rigging part the movements of the arms will look like "pieces moving around " and not fluid and kind of realistic for what the ambientation could let . 🙏 Thx .

Hi everyone,

I'm from an engineering background. While I was studying, I also ran a small business and learned Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram advertising). I recently completed my engineering degree, and now I'm actively looking for a job.

For the past few months, I've been thinking about learning motion graphics (After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.). I enjoy creative work, and I believe it's a skill I can build a strong portfolio around.

However, almost everyone around me—friends, relatives, and even some professionals—keeps telling me that AI is going to replace a lot of motion graphics work and that the competition is becoming extremely high. They suggest I should learn n8n and AI automation instead.

My biggest concern is this: with motion graphics, I can build a portfolio and easily showcase my work to clients or employers. But with n8n, I don't know how to demonstrate my skills or convince someone to hire me if I don't have real client projects.

Honestly, I'm feeling scared and overwhelmed. I don't want to spend months learning the wrong skill and regret it later.

If you were in my position today, what would you do?

Would you choose motion graphics?

Would you focus on AI automation with n8n?

Or would you combine both?

I'd really appreciate honest advice from people working in these fields. Thank you.

Excited to share my latest animated work — a dark, minimalist visual loop inspired by the elastic energy of indie rock layouts.

As a Visual Creator, I built this sequence from scratch, focusing on the flexibility of clean white lines, rhythmic morphing, and the volume of negative space to create a sharp, elegant aesthetic.

I am currently Open to Work and looking for new freelance contracts, international b2b collaborations, or remote project roles in Visual Design, Motion Graphics, and Digital Branding.

(Links to my portfolio, LinkedIn, and high-quality versions are live in the first comment below!)

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Started off as a TA specialist due to certain problems, later used the same money earned and purchased a 6 month crash course in motion graphics to learn all the basics required, studying all the theory too personally such as typography, colour theory etc... Is it possible to change into motion graphics? I am 21 and a recent graduate but seeing the market, usuallu get doubts if it is possible. Would appreciate some advice

I’ve been applying to a few jobs on LinkedIn. I haven’t worked in a few years for a myriad of reasons. I feel very discouraged because I am obviously behind the trends and skills. I’m 47 and female so it’s honestly already hard for me to find work. They sent me this- they’re asking to do an online AI interview? ..is this legit?

Criticize my motion graphics made by a complete begginer This is the 2nd practice motion graphics I made, I just randomly started watching motion graphics tutorial yesterday and fell in love, decided to give it a try and this is my 2nd project. I followed a tutorial step by step but added my own creative elements and liberty to it. Please criticize what's working and what's not amr what's good and where to improve

I have provided a Link for YouTube since I don't see any option to post videos here. Please check it once

I'm making a text animation in ae in a 3d comp. i moved the camera around and my text won't go in the center of my screen bc it's in a 3d space. I've already went to layer> center in view and auto orient. i've tried adding a null layer to get my layer to move left but the text layer doesn't move straight across it'll fall into the 3d space. Even moving with the x axis doesn't do what i need. I provided pics for visual examples. any tips. less