motion graphics
The techniques and software for creating the illusion of motion such as keyframing, Adobe After Effects, and Nuke.
motion graphics — the techniques and software for creating the illusion of motion such as keyframing, Adobe After Effects, and Nuke. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 76.43/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 5 occupations in our catalogue, including Editors, animation director, animation layout artist, and animator.
Occupations that require motion graphics
Showing top 5 of 5 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is motion graphics?
The techniques and software for creating the illusion of motion such as keyframing, Adobe After Effects, and Nuke.
What category of skill is motion graphics?
ESCO classifies motion graphics under the knowledge category, specifically in the audio-visual techniques and media production subcategory.
Is motion graphics an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 76.43/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require motion graphics?
In our catalogue, 5 occupations list motion graphics as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include Editors, animation director, animation layout artist, animator, special effects artist.
How transferable is motion graphics between industries?
ESCO tags motion graphics as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is motion graphics the same as motion graphic?
Yes — motion graphics is also known as motion graphic. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn motion graphics?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands motion graphics and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.