Claire Oring – Magic Through Motion
Your Blueprint for Stop Motion Animation

Master the art of creating branded, scroll-stopping stop motions. This course provides a complete, A-to-Z system for growing your animation skills, building a professional portfolio, and confidently managing clients to build a profitable creative business.

Here’s What You Get: The Magic Through Motion System

This course is fun—without the fluff—to help photographers and creators grow their **animation skills** and portfolio, fast. Say goodbye to suffering through confusion and scavenging the internet for stop motion tutorials by creators who have no advertising experience. If you’re ready to dig into the strategy and technical skills of creating scroll-stopping animations, you’re in the right place. **Magic Through Motion** is here to teach you the ins and outs of creating branded stop motions from start to finish AND how to manage future clients like a pro.

Module 01: Building a Portfolio to Attract Dream Clients

To ensure we approach our upcoming portfolio challenges with dialed-in strategy, we’re diving into creating a portfolio with intention.

  • Define your ideal client and build your portfolio with them in mind.
  • Dial in on your own style and goals to create a unique aesthetic.
  • Pick a niche for your portfolio challenge that has high-demand and profitability.
  • Create a portfolio that sells and positions you as a premium professional.

Module 02: Pre-Production – From Strategy to Styling

Crafting a scene that will captivate your client’s audience and sell their product needs to be approached strategically. I’m sharing my process for crafting shot lists, developing dialed-in art direction, presenting ideas to clients, and prepping for a successful shoot day before arriving on set.

  • Create a strategic shot list based on your clients’ goals.
  • Develop art direction and styling for your scene.
  • Build a streamlined creative proposal for your clients.
  • Helpful prop styling tools and tricks to create stunning visuals.
  • Plan ahead for all of the logistics of a successful shoot day.

Module 03: Stop Motion Basics & Best Practices

There’s no “undo” button when it comes to shooting **stop motion**. Everything has to be perfect in-camera to avoid a reshoot. So we’re starting with stop motion fundamentals and best practices. We’re also digging into lighting options and helpful setups for consistent videos that don’t flicker!

  • Create your own stop motion with a simple, repeatable process.
  • Avoid common pitfalls that can quickly sink your animation’s quality.
  • Choose the best lighting method for your scene.
  • Setup three of my favorite studio lighting setups for a professional look.
  • And you’ll be introduced to your first portfolio challenge to apply what you’ve learned.

Module 04: Advanced Stop Motion Techniques

Ready to make some magic? In this module, you’re getting a front-row seat to all the advanced tools and tricks of the trade. These techniques will take your portfolio to the next level, so put your hair in a ponytail and let’s get to work.

  • Break down complicated stop motion transitions into simple steps.
  • Animate with advanced techniques like replacements, rigs, growing an object with claymation, colliding objects, cutting objects, and more.
  • Direct hand models during a stop motion scene for a professional look.
  • And you’ll complete your final four portfolio challenges utilizing your fancy new skills.

Module 05: Post-Production: Editing It All Together

That’s a wrap! The shoot is over and now the magic comes alive. I’m sharing my exact method for editing a smooth stop motion, adding sound, and patching up a mistake.

  • Cull and color grade images in Lightroom for a professional finish.
  • Edit your stop motion in After Effects and Premiere Pro.
  • Create seamless looping videos that are perfect for social media.
  • Use spot correction in Photoshop to patch a rig or mistake.
  • Add sound effects and animated text to your videos in Canva and After Effects.
  • Render and compress your video for digital platforms.

Module 06: Managing Your Clients Like a Pro

Ready to expertly guide your clients through the **stop motion process**? Streamlined client communication is vital for a successful project. I’m giving you my best tips for creating clear and professional boundaries and setting expectations with your clients. We’ll also be diving into business policies that protect you.

  • Communicate professionally using agency and marketing slang.
  • Use my time-saving, buttoned-up stop motion process for clients.
  • Get paid upfront and negotiate with ease to secure your income.
  • Implement business policies and contract clauses that protect you and your time.

Module 07: Pricing, Pitching & Digital Marketing

Now that you’re a stop motion guru, you only need two more things: an updated portfolio and clients to work with! We’ll update your portfolio in a way that connects with your dream clients, and you’ll learn the best ways to confidently pitch projects to them. I’m sharing exactly what’s worked for me—with helpful templates.

  • Develop your own pricing and packages that reflect your expertise.
  • Learn the basics of copyrights and licensing content.
  • Strategically update your portfolio for maximum connection.
  • Social media tips for getting hired and building a professional reputation.
  • Pitch to clients confidently (with a variety of email templates).

Plus, you’ll earn a certificate in advanced stop motion & ad strategy

Course Highlights: Why Magic Through Motion is a Game-Changer

Magic Through Motion is a game-changer because it provides a complete, A-to-Z system for mastering **stop motion animation** for commercial purposes. The program’s core highlight is its blend of creative and business skills, ensuring you not only create stunning visuals but also know how to get paid for them. The hands-on, portfolio-based approach, from beginner fundamentals to advanced techniques, ensures you leave with a professional body of work that attracts your dream clients and a certificate in advanced stop motion and ad strategy.

Benefits for Students: A Path to Creative and Financial Freedom

Enrolling in this course offers a direct path to creative and financial freedom. You’ll gain a deep understanding of what makes a successful animation, the skills to confidently price your work, and the strategies to manage high-value clients like a pro. The program’s focus on a comprehensive system, from pre-production to post-production and client management, ensures you have all the tools and knowledge needed to build a professional, profitable, and in-demand creative business.

What’s In It for You? The Shortcut to Stop Motion Mastery

This program is your ultimate shortcut to **stop motion mastery**. Instead of scavenging the internet for fragmented tutorials, you get a clear, step-by-step system from an expert with real-world advertising experience. You’ll learn the secrets to creating seamless animations, the technical skills for lighting and editing, and the business acumen to confidently pitch projects and negotiate with clients. This is about building a skillset that is not only creatively fulfilling but also highly valuable and marketable, positioning you as a premium professional.

Who Should Enroll? The Ambitious Photographer and Creative Professional

Magic Through Motion is the perfect fit for aspiring and existing photographers, videographers, and creative professionals. If you want to add a high-demand skill like stop motion animation to your portfolio, but feel overwhelmed by the technical and business side of things, this program provides the clear, actionable blueprint you need to succeed. It’s for anyone who is ready to build a professional reputation, attract high-paying clients, and create a sustainable, profitable creative business.

Course Outcome: A Professional Portfolio and Profitable Business

The ultimate outcome of the Magic Through Motion course is a professional portfolio and a profitable business. You will leave with a deep understanding of the stop motion process, from pre-production to post-production, and the business skills to confidently price your work and manage clients like a pro. The program’s focus on a comprehensive system ensures you have a clear roadmap for scaling your creative career to new heights.

The Secret to Creating Scroll-Stopping Animations

In today’s crowded digital landscape, you need to create content that stops the scroll. This program reveals the secret to doing just that with **scroll-stopping animations**. You’ll learn how to break down complicated transitions, animate with advanced techniques, and use props and hand models to create a unique and captivating visual experience. This is a game-changing skill that will help you move beyond static photography and build a brand that is dynamic, memorable, and in high demand.

From Creative to Business: Client Management Mastery

Many creative professionals are great at their craft but struggle with the business side of things. The “Managing your clients like a pro” module solves that with its focus on **client management mastery**. You’ll learn how to communicate professionally, set clear boundaries, and implement business policies that protect you and your time. This is a crucial skill that will help you move from a freelancer to a professional business owner, ensuring your creative work is not only fulfilling but also financially rewarding.

The Power of a Profitable Portfolio

Your portfolio is your most powerful sales tool, and this program teaches you how to build one that attracts your dream clients. The “Building A Portfolio to Attract Dream Clients” module provides a clear blueprint for creating a portfolio with intention, a unique style, and a clear niche. This is the key to positioning yourself as a premium professional who can command high prices and build a business that is not limited by your time or your effort.

The Path to Sustainable and Scalable Growth

Magic Through Motion is not just about a single animation; it is a blueprint for sustainable and scalable growth. The program teaches you how to build a resilient business that can withstand changes in the market and your personal life. The lessons on pricing, pitching, and digital marketing ensure you have a clear roadmap for scaling your business to new heights. This program is an investment in your future, providing you with a complete, long-term solution for building a successful creative career.

The Power of a Professional Studio Setup

The “Stop Motion Basics & Best Practices” module is a game-changer for anyone who wants to create professional-quality animations. You’ll learn how to create your own stop motion with a simple process, avoid common pitfalls, and choose the best lighting method for your scene. The program also provides a guide to three of Claire’s favorite studio lighting setups, empowering you to create a professional studio setup with minimal effort and cost. This is the key to creating a brand that looks and feels premium, attracting higher-paying clients.