How to Animate Text Shapes for Custom Wordmarks in After Effects
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Motion Design
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Learn how to create a professional wordmark animation in After Effects by converting standard text layers into fully customizable shape layers. This tutorial breaks down the exact process of animating the raw vector paths of your text to create a completely custom, organic look.
You will see how to manipulate vertex points to morph a simple line into a complex letter with an overshoot effect. We also cover how to animate the remaining characters sliding out perfectly using track mattes, and adding professional finishing touches like a bouncy dot animation. This technique is perfect for custom logo reveals and high-end wordmark designs.
Resources mentioned:
Text Separator Pro script: https://sheikhsohel.gumroad.com/l/Text_Separator_Pro
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Learn how to create a professional wordmark animation in After Effects by converting standard text layers into fully customizable shape layers. This tutorial breaks down the exact process of animating the raw vector paths of your text to create a completely custom, organic look.
You will see how to manipulate vertex points to morph a simple line into a complex letter with an overshoot effect. We also cover how to animate the remaining characters sliding out perfectly using track mattes, and adding professional finishing touches like a bouncy dot animation. This technique is perfect for custom logo reveals and high-end wordmark designs.
Resources mentioned:
Text Separator Pro script: https://sheikhsohel.gumroad.com/l/Text_Separator_Pro
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Free After Effects Scripts: https://www.patreon.com/collection/1610298?view=expanded
Buy After Effects Templates: https://www.sheikhsohel.com/shop
Master Class : https://www.patreon.com/sheikhsohel/posts/master-pen-tool-134348640?collection=1649823
Let's Connect
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheikhsohel.in/
Business Inquiries : https://www.sheikhsohel.com/
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Thanks for watching! If you found this tutorial helpful, do drop a like and subscribe for more After Effects breakdowns. Catch you in the next video.