Motion Design, Politics, Trailer

Europe in Motion – My Trailer for the 2024 EU Election

September 5, 2024

For the 2024 EU elections, I created a motion design trailer that brings Europe’s identity to life. With rotating stars, animated graphics and bold colors, the project was even nominated for a 2024 Eyes & Ears Award.

For the 2024 EU election campaign, I created a trailer that frames Europe as a vibrant, forward-looking idea. The color palette is rooted in the EU flag: a deep blue with a turquoise twist and that unmistakable golden yellow.

eu flagge

One standout detail: the twelve stars. They rotate in opposition to the overall scene while staying perfectly horizontal within the viewport. It’s a subtle effect powered by After Effects expressions – but visually, it makes all the difference.

-thisComp.layer("EU FLAG ROTATION").transform.rotation

EU wahl

The trailer also includes:

• the packshot you see above

• an animated bar chart showing political stats

• visuals of EU buildings in Brussels

• a ticker of European cities, countries and flags

• stylish split screens for pace and variety

• a cinematic color grade to tie it all together

The result? A motion-driven trailer full of structure, rhythm and European energy – and yes, it got nominated for the 2024 Eyes & Ears Award.

Europawahl Trailer Frame 182
Europawahl Trailer Frame 290

Benedikt Schnupp

Motion Designer

Developer

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