Mastering Motion Design: Insights, Tools, and Career Tips from Microsoft’s Sachin Shetty


In this episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the world of Motion Design with Sachin Shetty, Senior Motion Designer at Microsoft.
If you're curious about the skills, tools, and mindset needed to excel in motion design, this conversation is packed with practical insights and industry knowledge.

Topics Covered:

  • What is Motion Design and how is it different from Motion Graphics?

  • The process and mindset for learning motion design from scratch

  • Planning for pre-production, production, and post-production

  • Understanding the 12 Principles of Motion Design, inspired by Walt Disney

  • Key software tools every motion designer should know: Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and more

  • How to create realistic animations and fake 3D effects

  • The realities of skill-building in animation vs the glamor of the final product

  • Career opportunities across TV, Advertising, Gaming, and Education

  • How AI tools are enhancing productivity for motion designers

Key Moments from the Episode:

  • (00:00) Introduction

  • (02:15) What is Motion Design?

  • (06:20) Process and Mindset to Learn Motion Design

  • (14:00) Designing an Ad

  • (20:00) Areas of Interest for Motion Designers

  • (23:35) Software and Technologies for Motion Design

  • (33:50) Career Opportunities in Motion Design

Why Watch This Episode?

Whether you're an aspiring motion designer, a creative professional looking to expand your skill set, or someone curious about how motion graphics power the media around us — this episode is a must-watch.
Sachin shares real-world advice, discusses the future of the field with AI, and breaks down what it truly takes to thrive in motion design today.

Useful Links:

🎥 Watch the full podcast episode ➡️ [Insert YouTube Link]
🔗 Connect with Sachin Shetty on LinkedIn ➡️ Sachin’s LinkedIn
🎬 Learn about the 12 Principles of Motion Design ➡️ Watch here

Tags: Motion Design, Motion Graphics, Animation Career, After Effects Tutorial, Premiere Pro, 12 Principles of Animation, Learn Motion Design, Creative Careers, AI in Design, Motion Design Software



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