Runway ML for Designers – Full Course Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Runway ML
1.1 What is Runway ML?
- Overview: AI-powered creative toolkit
- Use-cases for designers, editors, marketers, and filmmakers
- How it’s different from Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects
1.2 Creating Your Runway ML Account
- Pricing plans (Free vs Paid)
- Dashboard tour: Projects, Assets, Workspace
- File formats supported
1.3 Understanding the Runway Ecosystem
- Gen-1 vs Gen-2
- Magic Tools overview
- Integration with Figma, Photoshop, Canva, etc.
Module 2: Text-to-Video with Gen-2
2.1 What is Gen-2?
- World’s first commercially available text-to-video model
- Text → Motion visuals
2.2 Creating Video from Text
- How to write cinematic prompts
- Aspect ratio, duration, style presets
- Understanding motion generation
2.3 Style Transfer & Video-to-Video
- Apply art styles to existing footage
- Use AI to reimagine your video concept
Practice Projects:
- AI animation for product reveal
- Short creative loop for Instagram
Module 3: Magic Tools for Designers
3.1 Magic Eraser
- Remove unwanted objects from videos/images
- Replace background elements
3.2 Magic Mask
- Mask any object in seconds
- Use case: isolate person/product for marketing video
3.3 Magic Animate (Beta)
- Animate still characters or illustrations
- Use-case for storyboards or cartoon clips
3.4 Magic Expand
- Extend videos beyond original borders
- Creative applications for reels or wide-screen posters
Module 4: Video Editing Made Easy
4.1 The AI Video Editor
- Timeline, trimming, layering, and transitions
- Auto cut scenes, subtitles, and background music sync
4.2 Using Stock + AI Generated Assets
- Importing from Runway library or uploading your own
- Combining motion text, overlays, and sound effects
4.3 Subtitling & Audio Features
- Auto subtitle with multiple languages
- Convert text to audio or mute background noise
Module 5: AI Image Generation for Branding & Visual Design
5.1 Text-to-Image for Designers
- Write prompts for logos, thumbnails, UI design ideas
- Use aspect ratios smartly
5.2 Image Editing with AI
- Inpainting damaged areas
- Outpainting for banners and posters
- Use Magic Erase for quick cleanup
5.3 Creating Brand Assets
- AI headshots for personal branding
- Product mockups & 3D-like renders
- Designing thumbnails and social media posts
Module 6: Motion Graphics & Storytelling with AI
6.1 Storyboarding with AI
- Turn text prompts into storyboard sequences
- Use-case for ads, trailers, explainer videos
6.2 Animate Concepts with Gen-2
- Scene-by-scene generation
- Merging clips in timeline editor
6.3 Audio + Visual Sync
- Matching voiceovers or music to visuals
- Best practices for AI-generated short films
Module 7: Collaborative Workflows & Exporting
7.1 Team Collaboration Tools
- Real-time collaboration
- Role-based access for teammates
7.2 Exporting Your Work
- Best formats for social media, YouTube, and websites
- HD vs 4K rendering
- Compression tips to retain quality
7.3 Integrations & Uploading
- Export directly to YouTube, Vimeo
- Import designs from Canva, Adobe XD, Figma
Module 8: Monetizing AI Design with Runway
8.1 Services You Can Offer
- AI-generated explainer videos
- Social media content
- Product videos and brand reels
8.2 Platforms to Sell Work
- Fiverr, Upwork, Gumroad, Etsy
- Building a portfolio with Runway ML visuals
8.3 Pricing Your Services
- How to charge for AI video edits and assets
- Monthly retainer model for content creation
Final Project & Certification
Capstone Project:
Design and deliver a 30-second commercial for a fictional brand using:
- Text-to-video
- Masking
- Subtitles
- Background music
- AI-enhanced transitions
Certificate of Completion
(Available after submission and review)
Bonus Module: Runway ML + Other Tools
Runway ML + Canva – Easy templates for social posts
Runway ML + CapCut / Premiere Pro – Mix AI clips with pro editing
Runway ML + ChatGPT – Auto-generate scripts and prompts
Runway ML + Notion – Storyboarding and portfolio display
