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Motion Workbench

A focused production toolkit for editors and motion teams who need faster asset imports, localization, subtitles, local AI helpers, media downloads, versions, and render setup inside After Effects.

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Motion Workbench
Assets Media Import Localization Generate Render Settings
Generate Local tools
Subtitle Whisper transcription
TTS Piper offline voices
ComfyUI Coming in v0.2
SFX Coming in v0.2

Download

Install the private beta build.

Sign in with your approved beta email to download the installer for your computer. This keeps beta access connected to your account before public sales begin.

macOS

Mac installer

Use this package for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. macOS may ask you to approve the unsigned beta installer in Security settings.

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Windows

Windows installer

Use this installer for Windows After Effects. Python is still installed separately when local AI tools need it.

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Beta installation notes

  • Installer downloads are available after signing in with an approved beta account.
  • macOS may ask you to approve the unsigned beta installer from Security settings.
  • After installation, close and reopen After Effects before launching the panel.
  • Windows local AI tools may require Python 3 with PATH enabled.
  • Local AI models are downloaded on first use and download time depends on your connection.
  • Future builds can be checked from Motion Workbench Settings > Updates.
  • Beta builds are for approved testers only. Do not share your license key.

Tutorials

Start with setup and the asset library workflow.

Short practical videos for installing Motion Workbench and using the first production tools inside After Effects.

macOS setup

How to Install Motion Workbench on macOS

Install the beta package, approve the macOS security prompt, and open the panel inside After Effects.

  • Download the macOS installer
  • Allow the unsigned beta package
  • Open Motion Workbench from Extensions
Windows setup

How to Install Motion Workbench on Windows

Run the Windows installer, start After Effects, and prepare the system for local AI tools when needed.

  • Run the Windows installer
  • Open the panel from Extensions
  • Install Python for local AI workflows
Asset library

Save and Reuse After Effects Assets

Create reusable asset packages from selected comps or folders, then import them into future projects.

  • Choose a local library folder
  • Add selected comps or folders
  • Preview and import reusable assets

v0.1 toolkit

Built around real After Effects production tasks.

Asset Library

Package selected comps or folders, generate thumbnails and previews, then import reusable assets into future projects.

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Localization

Duplicate comps or folder trees from a CSV language dictionary, translate text layers, and reuse existing target comps.

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Subtitles

Transcribe selected media with local Whisper models and create timed subtitle comps with reusable text presets.

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Media Import

Download your own published videos by URL, trim long videos by time range, and import them into the project.

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Local Generation

Generate local TTS audio, preview it, import it into After Effects, and manage installed AI models.

Versions

Create VO script variations, generate image versions from selected frames, and prepare future video variation workflows.

Render Helpers

Create mirrored render folders and send comps from selected project folders to Adobe Media Encoder.

Roadmap

v0.2 will expand local AI and product delivery.

Motion Workbench is starting with a stable production base. The next version focuses on better packaging, updates, licensing, and heavier local AI integrations.

ComfyUI bridge Prompt-based image generation using the selected comp size.
Local SFX Short text-to-sound generation for foley and simple sound effects.
Installer and updates Version checks, release notes, and cleaner macOS/Windows installation.
License backend Subscription status, device activation, and beta access management.

Plans

Choose the workspace size that fits your production flow.

Start with the private beta while v0.2 payment automation is being connected. Paid plans are available through Lemon Squeezy checkout and will be connected to automatic license provisioning next.

Private beta

Beta Access

Invite only

For early testers who want to try v0.1 and help shape v0.2 before public launch.

  • Private beta installer access
  • License activation for approved testers
  • Local AI and production workflow testing
  • Manual beta key delivery
We manually send beta keys to approved testers.
Most useful Save with yearly

Creator

$19/month

Monthly access for individual editors, motion designers, and creators.

  • 1 activation seat included
  • Commercial use license
  • Installer downloads and update access
  • Personal account and device management
  • Local AI workflows and web service connectors
Buy monthly
Team

Team

$49/month

Shared deployment, device management, and workflow support for teams up to 3 activations.

  • 3 activation seats included
  • Centralized license management
  • Priority setup support
  • Prepared for team billing and invoices
Buy Team Starter
Need more seats? Team Starter, Studio, and Agency checkout links are available through Lemon Squeezy.

Security and licensing

Designed for a safer commercial rollout.

Motion Workbench keeps heavy generation local where possible and will use a backend license check for paid plans. API keys for third-party services should remain controlled by the user, while subscription state, device activation, and updates are handled by the Motion Workbench service.

The panel is moving toward signed installers, clear release notes, and a simple update checker before public sales begin.

Motion Workbench is not affiliated with or endorsed by Adobe. Adobe and After Effects are trademarks of Adobe Inc.

FAQ

After Effects automation questions.

Short answers for editors, motion designers, and production teams comparing localization, caption, and asset workflow tools.

What is Motion Workbench?

Motion Workbench is an After Effects automation panel for localization, subtitle captions, reusable asset libraries, media import, local AI voice tools, versioning, and render helpers.

Can it localize After Effects comps?

Yes. It can duplicate selected comps or folder trees, translate text layers from CSV dictionaries or AI translation, rename language tokens, replace matching localized source files, and preserve nested precomp structure.

Can it create captions and subtitles?

Yes. It can transcribe selected audio or video with local Whisper models and create timed subtitle comps with reusable caption style templates.

Can it reuse After Effects assets?

Yes. The asset library can package selected comps or folders, generate thumbnails and previews, then import reusable packages into future projects.

Does it work on macOS and Windows?

Yes. Motion Workbench has beta installers for macOS and Windows. Some local AI features may require extra local tools such as Python or downloaded AI models.

Where are API keys stored?

Third-party API keys entered inside the panel are intended to stay on the user's computer. The backend is used for account access, license checks, downloads, and update information.

Beta notes

Motion Workbench v0.1 is a private beta build.

v0.1 includes the core production tools and early local AI workflows. ComfyUI, local SFX, installer updates, and backend license validation are planned for v0.2.