Mogrt Files

Motion Graphics Templates (MOGRT files) represent one of the most efficient workflows in modern video production, enabling teams to create standardized, customizable graphics that maintain brand consistency while dramatically reducing production time. Whether you're developing team-wide graphics standards, creating editable title sequences, or building a library of reusable assets, mastering MOGRT creation is essential for any serious motion graphics professional. This comprehensive tutorial from Noble Desktop demonstrates the complete workflow from After Effects creation to Premiere Pro implementation. Scissors logo from Vecteezy.com #mograph #mogrt #motiongraphics #NobleDesktop #aetuts #aetutorials

Adding in Properties

The foundation of any effective MOGRT lies in strategic property selection. The Essential Graphics panel serves as your control center for determining which elements will be editable in the final template. This careful curation process ensures end users have meaningful control without overwhelming complexity.

1. Open the Essential Graphics panel from Window > Essential Graphics to access your template creation workspace.
2. Set Primary to Main Comp to establish your composition as the source for all exportable properties.
3. Name your template "Scissors Mogrt" using descriptive naming conventions that will make sense to future users.
4. Click "Solo Supported Properties" to highlight all elements eligible for template inclusion—this visual guide prevents time wasted on incompatible properties.
5. Right-click on Main Text's Source Text property and select "Add Property to Essential Graphics" to make the text content editable.
6. In the Essential Graphics panel, locate the dropdown in the lower left corner and select "Add Group" to organize related properties.
7. Name the group "Main Text" using clear, descriptive labels that indicate functionality rather than just layer names.
8. Drag all Main Text properties into the newly created Main Text group for logical organization.
9. Repeat steps 5-7 for the tagline layer, creating a separate "Tagline Text" group to maintain clear content hierarchy.

Scissors Logo and Background

Visual elements require special consideration in MOGRT creation. By exposing key properties like color fills and opacity, you provide users with essential customization options while preserving your animation's integrity and timing.

1. Select the scissors layer to access its modifiable properties.
2. Expand the Fill Effect controls on the scissors layer to reveal color customization options.
3. Click and drag the Fill Color property directly to the Essential Graphics panel—this drag-and-drop method offers precise control over which specific parameters become editable.
4. Expand the Transform effect on the scissors layer to access opacity controls.
5. Add the Opacity property to the Essential Graphics panel, enabling users to adjust logo prominence without affecting animations.
6. Select the background layer to begin configuring background customization options.
7. Expand the Fill effect to access background color controls.
8. Drag the Fill Color property to the Essential Graphics panel, completing the core visual customization suite.

Exporting the Mogrt File

The export process transforms your After Effects composition into a portable template. Proper file organization and metadata entry at this stage significantly impacts long-term usability and team adoption.

1. In the Essential Graphics panel, click "Export Motion Graphics Template" to initiate the conversion process.
2. Choose a strategic save location—consider using shared network drives for team templates or Creative Cloud Libraries for broader distribution.
3. In the Keywords field, enter relevant search terms including project type, visual style, and intended use cases for enhanced discoverability.
4. Click OK to complete the export process and generate your reusable template file.

Edit in Premiere Pro

The true value of MOGRT files becomes apparent in Premiere Pro, where editors can quickly customize templates without launching After Effects. This streamlined workflow enables rapid iteration and maintains creative momentum during tight deadlines.

1. Launch Adobe Premiere Pro and open your target project.
2. Navigate to Window > Essential Graphics to access the template browser.
3. Locate your Scissors template using the browser or search functionality.
4. Drag the template directly onto your sequence timeline—the template automatically inherits your sequence settings.
5. Use the Edit tab in the Essential Graphics panel to modify Source Text, Opacity, and Fill Color properties as needed for your specific project requirements.

Video Transcription

Hey, guys, this is Tziporah Zions for Noble Desktop. In this tutorial, I'm demonstrating how to create MOGRT files in Adobe After Effects. For those unfamiliar with the format, MOGRT stands for Motion Graphics Template—these are reusable, customizable templates that bridge the gap between After Effects' creative capabilities and Premiere Pro's editorial efficiency.

We'll be extracting key properties from our source composition and packaging them into an editable template that can be deployed across multiple projects. Our focus centers on source text, logo fill properties, and background colors—the core elements that typically require customization while maintaining consistent animation timing and visual hierarchy.

The animation itself is intentionally straightforward: text fade animations and logo opacity transitions. While this demonstrates fundamental techniques, these same principles scale to complex motion graphics sequences with multiple animated elements and sophisticated timing.

MOGRT templates excel in scenarios requiring visual consistency with content flexibility: title cards, lower thirds, video intros, credits, and branded elements. They're particularly valuable in multi-editor environments where maintaining brand standards is critical, but individual editors need freedom to customize content for specific segments or episodes.

The template marketplace has evolved significantly, with platforms offering everything from basic text treatments to complex animated sequences. However, creating custom templates ensures perfect alignment with your brand requirements and technical specifications. You'll find our source files linked in the description below.

Let's begin with the Essential Graphics panel. Navigate to Window > Essential Graphics to open your template creation workspace. First, verify that your Primary composition is set to "Main Comp"—this ensures the panel draws properties from your current working composition.

Next, name your template "Scissors MOGRT" or follow your organization's naming conventions. Clear, descriptive names become increasingly important as your template library grows.

Click "Solo Supported Properties" to highlight all exportable elements. This feature provides visual feedback about which properties can be included in MOGRT files—not every After Effects property supports template export, so this preview prevents frustration during the selection process.

Now, let's add our first property. Navigate to the main text layer and right-click on Source Text, then select "Add Property to Essential Graphics." This exposes the actual text content for editing, which is typically the most frequently modified element in any template.

Organization becomes crucial as complexity increases. Click "Add Group" in the Essential Graphics panel and name it "Main Text." Groups provide logical organization for related properties, making templates more intuitive for end users. Drag your text property into this group.

For the tagline layer, repeat this process: right-click Source Text, add to Essential Graphics, create a new group called "Tagline Text," and organize accordingly. This parallel structure makes the template interface predictable and user-friendly.

Now let's address the scissors logo. I've applied a Fill effect to this Illustrator layer specifically for template compatibility. While you could modify the original artwork's colors, Fill effects provide more reliable control in MOGRT workflows and avoid potential issues with complex vector shapes.

Select the scissors layer and expand the Fill effect. Drag the Color property—specifically the color parameter, not the entire effect—to the Essential Graphics panel. This precision ensures users control only the intended parameter.

I've also applied a Transform effect to the scissors layer. Standard transform properties sometimes conflict with template export, particularly when keyframes are involved. Transform effects provide the same functionality while maintaining compatibility with MOGRT workflows and preserving your carefully timed animations.

Drag the Opacity property from the Transform effect to your Essential Graphics panel. This allows users to fade the logo without disrupting the underlying animation timing.

Create a "Scissors" group and organize these properties logically. Use descriptive names like "Scissors Fill Color" rather than generic labels—six months from now, these details will save significant time and confusion.

Finally, add the background fill color using the same click-and-drag method. With all properties configured, you're ready for export.

Click "Export Motion Graphics Template" to begin the conversion process. Choose your save location carefully—local drives work for personal use, but team environments benefit from shared network locations or Creative Cloud Libraries for broader accessibility.

The Keywords field significantly impacts long-term usability. Include terms describing visual style, intended use cases, and project categories. These metadata tags enable quick searches as your template library expands.

Now let's test our template in Premiere Pro. Open Adobe Premiere Pro and navigate to Window > Essential Graphics. The panel interface differs slightly from After Effects, focusing on browsing and implementation rather than creation.

Locate your template—if you've added keywords, you can search for "scissors" to find it quickly. This search functionality becomes invaluable with extensive template libraries.

Drag your MOGRT file directly onto the timeline. The template automatically adapts to your sequence settings while preserving all animations and property controls.

Select your template and notice how the Essential Graphics panel switches to Edit mode, displaying all the properties you configured in After Effects. This seamless transition enables rapid customization without context switching between applications.

Let's demonstrate the editing capabilities. Change the main text to "Barber Bob" and update the tagline to "Cut Your Hair." Notice how the animations remain intact while the content updates instantly.

Adjust the scissors opacity to 50% for a more subtle presence, and experiment with the color controls. Perhaps Barber Bob prefers warmer tones—change the scissors fill to complement the brand aesthetic.

This flexibility represents the core value of MOGRT workflows: maintaining creative sophistication while enabling rapid iteration. Editors can focus on storytelling and pacing rather than recreating complex animations for each project variation.

MOGRT templates have become indispensable in modern video production, enabling teams to maintain high production values while meeting aggressive deadlines. Whether you're creating branded content, educational materials, or entertainment programming, these templates provide the consistency and efficiency that professional workflows demand.

This technique scales from simple text treatments to complex animated sequences. As you develop your template library, focus on identifying repetitive elements across your projects—these patterns represent the highest-value opportunities for MOGRT creation.

Thank you for following this tutorial. I'm Tziporah Zions for Noble Desktop. If you have questions about MOGRT creation or suggestions for future tutorials, please share them in the comments. We read every response and use your feedback to guide our content development. What projects are you working on that could benefit from template workflows? Let us know—we're always interested in real-world applications and creative challenges.