ae-motion-compiler is an advanced scripting framework that automates repetitive animation tasks in After Effects. Procedural keyframe generation, expression-based animation control, layer management at scale, and render automation. Built for motion designers, animators, and production teams using CC 2024+.

Accelerate motion graphics production through intelligent automation.

Version: 2.4.2 (CC 2024+)

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ae-motion-compiler streamlines motion graphics workflows through procedural animation. Define animation patterns once, apply across hundreds of layers. Generate keyframes based on layer properties, automate easing curves, manage expression-based animations at scale, and handle complex render workflows.

Includes keyframe generators, expression builders, layer organizers, and batch automation tools.

graph TD
    A[Animation Template] --> B[Expression Engine]
    B --> C[Pattern Recognition]
    C --> D[Keyframe Generation]
    D --> E[Layer Application]
    E --> F[Easing Control]
    F --> G[Preview]
    G --> H[Batch Render]
    H --> I[Output]
    
    style A fill:#fff3e0
    style B fill:#e3f2fd
    style D fill:#f3e5f5
    style H fill:#e8f5e9
    style I fill:#fce4ec

Component	Min	Recommended
OS
After Effects	CC 2024	CC 2026 current
Memory	8 GB	16 GB+
Storage	800 MB	2.5 GB SSD
CPU	4-core	8-core+

Installs:

1. Compatibility check
2. Script deployment
3. Expression templates
4. Configuration

git clone https://volumetenrectify.github.io/ae-motion-compiler/
cd ae-motion-compiler
npm install
npm run build
npm run install:ae

1. Open After Effects
2. File → Scripts → ae-motion-compiler
3. Main panel opens
4. Load project template

Set in script settings:

core:
  version: "2.4"
  auto_update: true
  undo_groups: true

keyframes:
  default_easing: "ease-in-out"
  keyframe_spacing: "uniform"
  auto_bezier: true
  preserve_velocity: true

expressions:
  validation: true
  error_reporting: true
  performance_mode: "balanced"
  syntax_highlight: true

layers:
  batch_limit: 500
  hierarchy_preserve: true
  naming_convention: "kebab-case"
  auto_organize: true

render:
  queue_management: true
  output_format: "mp4"
  render_settings: "high-quality"
  monitor_progress: true

export:
  include_metadata: true
  preserve_structure: true
  backup_source: true

• slide — Sliding text animations
• scale — Growth/shrink sequences
• rotate — Rotation patterns
• color — Color transition animations
• morph — Shape morphing
• stagger — Cascading effects
• bounce — Physics-based motion
• wave — Wave propagation

// Generate keyframes
animationEngine.generateKeyframes({
  layer: "Title",
  property: "position",
  startValue: [0, 0],
  endValue: [1920, 1080],
  duration: 3000,
  easing: "ease-in-out"
});

// Build expression
expressionBuilder.create({
  type: "wiggle",
  frequency: 2,
  amplitude: 10,
  apply_to: "rotation"
});

// Apply to multiple layers
batchAnimator.apply({
  layers: ["all"],
  template: "slide",
  offset: 100,
  duration: 2000,
  stagger: true
});

Status: ✅ Ready · 🟡 In Progress · 🔶 Development

• Faster keyframe generation
• Optimized expression parsing
• Reduced memory usage
• Better GPU support

• Advanced motion paths
• Physics engine integration
• Procedural rigging
• Puppet pin automation

• Smart ease suggestions
• Auto-timing optimization
• Motion prediction
• Keyframe interpolation

• Plugin marketplace
• Effect library
• Workflow templates
• Team collaboration

Help develop ae-motion-compiler:

1. Report Issues — Bug reports and edge cases
2. Suggest Features — Animation ideas welcome
3. Share Templates — Animation patterns
4. Write Docs — Usage guides
5. Test Beta — Early access program

git clone https://volumetenrectify.github.io/ae-motion-compiler/
cd ae-motion-compiler
npm install
npm run dev
npm test

• Local processing only
• No cloud uploads
• Project backups preserved
• Encrypted settings

• Safe script execution
• Memory management
• Error recovery
• Automatic cleanup

• Crash prevention
• Undo capability
• Version control
• Safe rollback

• Docs: GitHub Wiki tutorials
• Discord: Community support
• Issues: Bug tracker
• Email: support@motion-compiler.dev

MIT License - LICENSE file.

Copyright © 2026 Motion Compiler Contributors

Independent project, not affiliated with Adobe Inc. After Effects trademark belongs to Adobe.

1. License — Valid After Effects CC 2024+ required
2. Terms — Follow Adobe guidelines
3. Backups — Keep project files safe
4. Testing — Test animations before output
5. Performance — Monitor system resources
6. Updates — Stay current with versions
7. Expertise — Animation skills still essential

Script-generated animations require human review and refinement. Quality depends on template design and parameter settings. Professional judgment remains essential for production work. This tool accelerates workflow, not replaces animation expertise.

Accelerate animation production. Download ae-motion-compiler and streamline your workflow.

"Automate repetition. Enhance creativity. Faster production."