What It Does
TypeMonkey generates kinetic typography sequences algorithmically. Feed it text, set your parameters, and it builds a 2D staircase layout where each word gets its own transition animation, driven by a camera rig that follows words in sequence. Timing is controlled entirely through markers on the timeline rather than individual keyframes, so retiming a full sequence means moving markers, not touching hundreds of layer properties.
Key Features
Algorithmic layout. Words distribute across the comp automatically based on your parameters. Size, position, rotation, and opacity can all be adjusted manually after generation.
Marker-based timing. Animations tie to camera markers rather than keyframes. Move a marker to shift when a word hits without affecting the rest of the sequence.
Marker Sync. Align markers to an existing marker layer, useful for syncing text hits to audio beats or cut points.
Transition library. Presets can be selected randomly or specified manually. Save and reload your own configurations for reuse across projects.
Kuler palette support. Import color schemes for consistent styling across generated text layers.
MonkeyTools included. A free utility collection with layer management, view reset, and marker cleaning tools.
TextMods support. Third-party extensions handle Right-to-Left languages and other text modifications.
Who It’s For
Motion designers working on music videos, lyric videos, or title sequences with lots of text elements get the most out of the marker-based workflow. It’s fast for exploration: generate a layout quickly, adjust markers to match audio, and iterate from there without rebuilding anything manually.
Also useful when you need consistent transition styles across many text elements. The preset system lets you save a working configuration and reapply it to new projects.
Pricing
Pay-what-you-want, you set your price at checkout. A free trial lets you test the full feature set before purchasing. Also available as part of the Monkey Suite Bundle at a discount.