Special Covers for People Magazine App

The People App is a fresh, mobile-first way to experience stories from People.com—bringing celebrity news, pop culture, and human-interest content directly into users’ hands. As part of the app’s visual identity, Special Covers were introduced to mimic the feel of bold, iconic magazine covers—turning digital stories into scroll-stopping, editorial moments.

I was brought on to design motion graphics for these Special Covers, with a focus on animation using After Effects. Working closely with editorial and design teams, I created animated assets that emphasized clean, fast, and expressive motion—helping each story stand out in the feed. These covers combined headline-driven design, celebrity imagery, and thoughtful motion to bring the People brand to life in a new digital format.