Webinar: How to Create ExplainerGIFs

A unique opportunity to learn from Lee LeFever, founder of Common Craft and author of The Art of Explanation.

In this one-hour webinar, Lee will provide step-by-step instructions for creating a new kind of media: ExplainerGIFs. These are animated images that explain ideas quickly. The webinar includes:

  • Understanding the GIF format
  • Identifying Explanation Subjects and Examples
  • Animating and Recording Ideas with PowerPoint
  • Creating GIFs from Video Files

Dates: December 18th at 3pm ET, 12 PT

Duration: 1 hour 

Cost: FREE

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Why Attend?

Learn A New Skill
Tips and tricks that you can use over and over.
Find The Best Tools
Recommendations for the best software.
Download All Materials
Online access to all recordings & documents.

What People are Saying

Lee LeFever is a game-changer. Thanks to his ideas, my team is better able to explain what we offer and why it matters.

Gary Cadi CEO, NextLevel Practice

Lee's preparation was thorough and the content was super-relevant, practical and easy to absorb. A real treasure!

Annalie Killian Director of Innovation & Social Business, AMP

Curious about plans and pricing?

DIY - Cut-outs

Access Cut-outs ONLY

Formats: PNG, EPS, SVG

Hi-Res + Clear Backgrounds

Use in Presentations & Videos

Starting at
$49/yr
About $4 per month!

Basic

Access ALL Cut-outs

Download/Embed 3 Videos

Download 3 Lesson Plans

Designed for Teaching

Use in Classrooms, LMSs & Online

Starting at
$79/yr
About $7 per month!

Pro

Access All Cut-outs

Download/Embed ALL Videos

Download ALL Lesson Plans

Access Current & Future videos

Access ALL Video Packs

Designed for Teaching

Use in Classrooms, LMSs & Online

Starting at
$159/yr
About $13 per month!

Editor

Access ALL Cut-outs

Download/Embed ALL Videos

Download ALL Lesson Plans

Access Current & Future videos

Access ALL Video Packs

EDIT Our Videos w/ Your Software

Add Logos, New Scenes, URLs

Change the Voice-over

Start a New Project Quickly

Starting at
$299/yr
About $25 per month!
Get Started

You Got Questions? We Got Answers

What is an ExplainerGIF?

An ExplainerGIF is an animated image with no sound that is designed to relate information quickly and clearly. Unlike an online video, an animated GIF can be shared anywhere an image can be shared. 

Who is this webinar for?

This webinar is for people who are comfortable with computers and ready to create a new kind of media. Each attendee will learn how to create animated GIFs that related an idea quickly.  If you are a marketer, communications professional, support representative, product manager or anyone who depends on clear communication, this webinar is for you.
 

How much time will it take?

One hour.

Will the session be recorded? 

Yes. The webinar will be recorded and provided to all participants free of charge. Each attenedee will have access to a private web page that contains all the materials and documents discussed in the webinar.

What will I learn, specifically?

Part 1: ExplainerGIFs Big Picture

  • GIFs Explained 
  • Examples "in the wild"
  • Use Cases
  • Process Overview

Part 2: Storyboards and Animation

  • GIF Constraints 
  • Storyboard Sketch
  • PowerPoint Animation Examples

Session 3: Screencasting and GIF Creation

  • Screencasting Intro
  • Recording an Animation
  • Editing Basics
  • Exporting the Video
  • Converting the Video to GIF
 

Are there any techical requirements? Do I need any specific tools?

To participate in the webinar you only need a computer with an internet connection and a phone. We will use presentation software (PowerPoint or Keynote) to create animations. Our DIY process also utilizes two kinds of software for creating the GIFs:
 
1. Screencasting - Screencasting software comes in free and paid versions. We recommend paid versions that offer video editing tools.
2. GIF Creation - This software also comes in free and paid versions. 
 
The webinar includes a review of recommended tools and links to providers. 
 

Will you be offering the series again in the future?

Yes. We plan to offer it a few times a year. The best way to learn about new webinars is through our newsletter. 
 

Can my whole team participate?

Of course. The seats are first-come, first-served. If you have a large team, we may be able to produce a team or company-specific event for you. Contact us.   
 

Can Lee come to my company for in-person training?

Please contact us for more information about in-person training.
 

 

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