DSGN 3765 - Design + Motion
Summer 2026 Syllabus, Section A01, CRN 30977,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Sebastian Giraldo
Professional Qualifications:
MFA, Visual Communication Design, Kent State University
BA, Graphic Design, Colegiatura Colombiana
Assistant Professor
Email: sgiraldo@ysu.edu
Office: 4085
Office Phone: 330-941-3301
Preferred Contact Method: Email
Communication Expectations:
Email replies within 1–2 business days; allow additional time on weekends/holidays; include course number + a clear subject line.
How to Refer to me:
Sebastian or Professor Giraldo
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Course Description
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose One | no readings |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | N/A | Module 1: Foundations of Motion Design | Discussion due: 5/17/26, 11:59 PM Project 1 – Kinetic Typography: Concept due: 5/17/26, 11:59 PM |
| 5/18 | N/A | Module 2: Typography in Motion | Assignment – Project 1 Text Animation due: 5/24/26, 11:59 PM |
| 5/25 | N/A | Module 3: Shape Layers & Vector Animation | Assignment – Project 2 Logo Reveal due: 5/31/26, 11:59 PM |
| 6/1 | N/A | Module 4: Compositing & Effects | Module 4 Peer Review – Logo Reveal due: 6/7/26, 11:59 PM Assignment – Project 2 Production due: 6/7/26, 11:59 PM |
| 6/8 | N/A | Module 5: Animated Title (Part 1) | Discussion – Peer Review due: 6/14/26, 11:59 PM Assignment – Project 3 Title (Part 1) due: 6/14/26, 11:59 PM |
| 6/15 | N/A | Module 6: Refinement and Optimization (Part 2) | Discussion – Peer Review due: 6/21/26, 11:59 PM Assignment – Project 3 Refinement due: 6/21/26, 11:59 PM |
| 6/22 | N/A | Module 7: Final Title Sequence (Part 3) | Assignment – Project 3 Final due: 6/28/26, 11:59 PM |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.