Animated video in which the doctor explains a medical topic

The best of both worlds: Motion design combines graphic design and animation

In the digital age, screens are everywhere—and they're eye-catching, engaging, and interactive!
This is where motion design comes in: the art of bringing static graphic elements to life through dynamic animations. Of course, this method has long since established itself as a popular tool in digital communication. Information is catchy in order to be easily communicated to users. Among other things, subtle visual effects are created that make it possible to present complex content in a more understandable way and at the same time elicit emotional reactions. Motion design thus offers the opportunity to convey messages more clearly, to visually position brands more strongly and to promote products more effectively.

Four reasons why we love motion design.

Motion design offers numerous benefits that go beyond mere aesthetics. It increases the performance of communication measures as follows:

Attention, please! Attract attention:

In a world in which users are constantly flooded with information, which leads to, among other things, a shorter attention span, it is crucial to stand out in order to attract users' attention quickly. Motion design uses dynamic elements to create visual stimuli that stand out from static content and attract users' attention. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly contributed to the increased use of online media and video content, which underlines the relevance of visual content.

How to? Complex content explained simply:

Motion design simplifies complex topics in various areas such as agricultural engineering, flight training or healthcare by packaging the content in visual storytelling. This could be, for example, an explanatory video about how modern agricultural technologies work, the construction of an aircraft or how a pacemaker works. Through explanatory videos and animated presentations, complicated processes are made clear and understandable for users, and information can be captured faster and better.

Micro-interactions, macro impact — increasing engagement:

In the area of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI), micro-interactions are a proven means of improving usability and promoting interaction. These small animations, such as button effects or load indicators, increase engagement and reduce bounce rate. They support brand communication by upgrading the user experience and creating emotional connections to the brand. Nevertheless, it is important to use motion design sensibly, i.e. not to overload designs and applications and to make the animations functional and user-oriented. It is crucial to always look at motion design from the user's point of view in order to draw attention specifically and not overwhelm users.

Click, buy — increase conversions:

Motion Design can increase the conversion rate through targeted call-to-actions (CTAs) and appealing animations. Well-placed and visually appealing CTAs motivate users to interact, whether by clicking on an ad or subscribing to a newsletter.

Conclusion

Motion design has established itself as an extremely valuable tool in digital communication. It makes it possible to attract attention, make complex content understandable and improve the performance of communication measures. In a world where attention spans are becoming ever shorter, moving images and dynamic animations are an invaluable tool for effectively conveying messages and increasing conversions. By cleverly integrating motion design, companies can strengthen their brand communication, improve the user experience and reach their target groups in an engaging and appealing way.

Sources:

https://www.toptal.com/designers/motion-graphics/motion-design-industryhttps://www.ard-media.de/fileadmin/user_upload/media-perspektiven/pdf/2020/1011-20_Eimeren_Kessler_Kupferschmitt.pdfhttps://www.ard-zdf-onlinestudie.de/files/2023/MP_24_2023_Onlinestudie_2023_Bewegtbild_final.pdf

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