Course

Unit I

Introduction to Titling and Visual Effects

Overview of titling and visual effects concepts Introduction to interface and tools

Basic titling techniques using text layers Applying simple visual effects to video footage

Unit II

Advanced Titling Techniques

Creating animated titles with text animations and presets

Designing custom title sequences using shape layers and masks

Automate title animations

Incorporating 3D text and effects into titles

Unit III

Motion Graphics and Basic Visual effects for Video Enhancement

Understanding visual effects principles

Applying effects to enhance video quality

Using green screen compositing for visual effects

Creating Motion graphics

Creating Camera Projections

Unit IV

Advanced Motion Graphics

Advanced techniques for integrating visual effects

Creating motion graphic templates

Using 3D layers and cameras

Unit V

Camera Tracking and Camera Animation

Analysing skill of camera tracking

Automatic camera tracking and manual camera tracking

Camera animation and techniques

Adding the composition layers to the camera tracking

Course Objective:

To provide students with a comprehensive foundation for creating dynamic titles and Motion graphics, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the field.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After completing the course, learners should be able to:

1. Master industry-standard software tools for titling and Motion graphics creation
2. Apply various titling techniques including motion graphics and typography
3. Gain hands-on experience in creating basic visual effects such as motion tracking, Green screen removal
4. Analyze and critique titling and VFX elements in existing digital media
5. Compile a professional portfolio showcasing various titling and motion graphics projects

CO – PO Mapping:

References:

1. Designing with Motion: Handbook of Motion Graphics Design” by Chris Jackson
2. “The Visual Effects Producer: Understanding the Art and Business of VFX” by Charles Finance
3. “Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects: Essential and Advanced Techniques” by Chris Meyer and Trish Meyer
4. “Typography for Screen: How to Design Effective Typography for Film and TV” by Sarah Frost
5. “Digital Compositing for Film and Video” by Steve Wright
6. “The VES Handbook of Visual Effects: Industry Standard VFX Practices and Procedures” by Jeffrey A. Okun and Susan Zwerman

Internal 80

1. Basic animation – 10
2. Title Sequence Design – 10
3. Typography Animation – 10
4. Camera Projection – 10
5. Motion graphics – 40

External 20

1. Portfolio Presentation and Lab test- 20