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Foundation

Why study Motion Design?

Motion graphics is a term used to describe graphics in movement. It involves bringing new life to otherwise static images by incorporating the aspect of time and space into the equation. Motion graphics contain design elements like shape, typography and composition in order to add movement to a print or static visual design piece.

Bring your wildest dreams to life with a career in motion design. Requiring skills ranging from art to animation, typography to all things technical, this is a career path that’s both creative and complex in equal measure. Here at Media Design School, we’re not offering an overview. You’ll dive deep into the heart of everything in the field and soon realise your potential. We welcome students who can think outside of the box to shape the face of the industry as it moves with the times. Graduate ready for a highly-paid role – apply today!

Red Dot winner

MDS student Rose Norgrove won the highly prestigious global Red Dot Junior Award in the digital category (Interface & UX Design)

11 award winners

from Media Design School at the 2023 Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Awards, including 2 Gold Awards

While studying at MDS I loved that we were allowed enough freedom in our briefs to explore different ideas, and use mediums that suited us most.

Tom Graham

Front Room

Industry Connections

Adobe Creative Campus

Get full access to Adobe products for 6 months after you graduate

Sony Music

Live Brief Partner

Spark NZ

Live Brief Partner

New Zealand All Blacks

Live Brief Partner

Student work

Student Success Stories

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Sophie Tse

Junior Graphic/Motion Designer

Daylight Creative

I had no knowledge of Motion Design or ever considered doing it as a path until MDS introduced me, then I fell in love! The very human way of learning that makes MDS special, I can honestly say I wouldn’t have rather been anywhere else.

Jason Barnes

Motion Designer

TVNZ

I heard a lot of great things first-hand from MDS alumni, and I found everything to be true – the faculty are super passionate and will go out of their way to support you, the course is structured to get you ready for the industry and the project briefs are exciting and prepare you with fundamental skills and experiences to get you started.

Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies

Lily Wigglesworth

Creative

Seven

[Media Design School's] small class sizes and studio-like working spaces created a family-like atmosphere and allows for constant feedback from peers

Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies

Jonathon Morris

Freelance

Self-Employed

When I was looking for a design degree, MDS just felt like the obvious choice. They had an incredible reputation and the student work on display didn’t leave much doubt as to why. I was looking for a hands-on environment that would leave me fully prepared to enter the industry, and MDS was able to deliver on that.

Adam Shrosbee

Motion Designer

Warner Bros

the best life advice I could give [to anyone considering studying Motion Design] is to challenge yourself. Set yourself a limit and proceed to pass it each time.

Alexandria Hodge

Creative Developer/Graphic Designer

FINCH

Always go to class. Never get set on an idea because it will always grow and change and that will be a better idea. Always discuss your idea with others, and expand your horizons. Document your work/process as you go.

Te Iwihoko Te Rangihirawea

Graphic Designer

EcoPortal

At Media Design School, I highly recommend you find your voice! Don’t be generic, figure out who you are and develop that in to a personal brand and design style.

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Motion Design Courses & Degrees