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Motion Design

Brand Launch Video - Startup Reveal

High-energy brand launch video for a tech startup's Series A announcement.

Client
InnovateTech
Duration
6 weeks
Year
2024
Role
Motion Designer & Art Director
Brand Launch Video - Startup Reveal
The Brief

Project Overview

The Challenge

Create a high-impact 90-second video to announce InnovateTech's Series A funding that captures the energy and ambition of the startup while communicating their vision to potential customers, investors, and media.

The Approach

Developed a dynamic visual narrative combining 3D elements, kinetic typography, and bold transitions. The video builds momentum from intimate founder story to explosive product reveal, using color and motion to evoke innovation and confidence.

Performance Metrics

Engagement and reach statistics

500K+
Views
8.3%
Engagement Rate
45+
Media Mentions
Creative Process

Creative Process

From concept to final render

1

Creative brief & brand analysis

2

Concept development & mood boarding

3

Storyboard & animatic creation

4

Style frames & art direction approval

5

3D modeling & texturing

6

2D/3D animation production

7

Compositing & VFX

8

Sound design & music integration

9

Color grading & final delivery

Animation Techniques

Technical Approach

Specialized animation techniques that brought this project to life

1

Kinetic Typography

Bold, energetic text animations that drive the narrative forward with precise timing and easing

Implementation

Dynamic scale, rotation, and position animations with custom bezier curves

2

3D Product Visualization

Photorealistic 3D renders with dynamic camera movements and material showcases

Implementation

Cinema 4D modeling with Redshift GPU rendering

3

Particle Systems

Custom particle effects representing data flow, energy, and innovation

Implementation

Trapcode Particular with custom emitters and physics

4

Liquid Transitions

Smooth, organic transitions between scenes using morphing shapes

Implementation

Shape layer animations with trim paths and gradient fills

5

Color Grading

Vibrant color palette with strategic use of brand colors throughout

Implementation

Lumetri Color with custom LUTs and selective color correction

Each technique was carefully selected to achieve specific visual goals and narrative beats

Key Frames

Critical moments in the animation with timing and technical details

Animation Timeline
0:000:150:350:551:20
Frame at 0:00
0:00
1

Opening sequence - Bold logo reveal with particle burst, establishing brand energy

AnticipationStaging
Frame at 0:15
0:15
2

Founder story segment - Intimate typography animations over abstract backgrounds

Timing & SpacingEase In & Out
Frame at 0:35
0:35
3

Product showcase - 3D product rotates revealing key features with callout animations

StagingFollow Through
Frame at 0:55
0:55
4

Metrics & traction - Kinetic data visualization showing growth and impact

Squash & StretchTiming & Spacing
Frame at 1:20
1:20
5

Final CTA - Bold typography with gradient background and pulsing energy

AnticipationEase In & Out
Animation Principles

Design Principles

Fundamental principles that guide natural, engaging motion

Squash & Stretch

Objects deform to convey weight, flexibility, and impact

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Anticipation

Preparing the audience for an action by showing what's about to happen

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Staging

Directing the viewer's attention to what's most important in the scene

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Follow Through

Parts of the body continue moving after the main action has stopped

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Ease In & Out

Natural acceleration and deceleration at the start and end of movements

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Timing & Spacing

Controlling the speed and rhythm of motion to create natural, impactful animations

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Hover over each card to see the principle demonstrated

Tools & Technology

Software and techniques used

After Effects
Cinema 4D
Redshift
Premiere Pro
Audition

Behind the Scenes

The video generated 500K+ views in the first week, was featured in 45+ tech publications including TechCrunch and The Verge, and contributed to a 300% increase in website traffic. The client reported it as instrumental in their successful Series A raise.

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