The process of creating moving images from static images, using techniques like frame-by-frame or digital manipulation.

Animated graphic design elements that combine text, images, and video to convey information or tell a story.

The visual planning of a narrative through sketches or digital frames, outlining scenes and actions before production.

The technique of combining animated elements with live-action footage to create a cohesive visual experience.

The art of creating audio elements, including sound effects and music, to enhance the storytelling in animation.

Specific frames in an animation that define the start and end points of a smooth transition or movement.

The process of combining visual elements from different sources into a single image or sequence.

Tools and applications used to create animations, such as Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom, or Blender.

The frequency at which consecutive images (frames) appear on a screen, measured in frames per second (fps).

The creation of unique characters, including their appearance, personality, and role in the story.

The process of creating a skeletal structure for a character model to enable movement and animation.

A technique used to create intermediate frames between two keyframes to produce smooth transitions.

The process of adjusting the colors and tones of a video to achieve a desired look or mood.

Digital effects added to live-action footage to create environments or elements that are difficult to capture on camera.

The process of analyzing motion in a video to apply animated elements that follow the same movement.

The craft of writing the dialogue and instructions for a video, guiding the animation and voiceovers.

The speed at which the story unfolds in animation, affecting the viewer's engagement and understanding.

Different approaches to creating animation, such as 2D, 3D, stop-motion, or hand-drawn.

The recorded narration or dialogue that accompanies the animation, adding depth to the storytelling.

Aligning audio elements, like dialogue or sound effects, with the corresponding visual actions in animation.

An initial assembly of animation and live-action footage to evaluate the integration before final production.

A self-assessment technique where students document their learning experiences and progress throughout the course.

A collection of a student's best work, showcasing their skills and creativity in animation and digital media.