motion-design-rules

These rules apply to every Helios video composition. Read and internalize these before producing a creative specification or writing composition code.

RULE 1 — Anti-Slideshow Architecture

The biggest mistake in code-based video is building a PowerPoint (Scene A fades out → Scene B fades in).

The camera never stops.

Separate all elements into two categories:

GLOBAL elements persist across scenes: • Background texture or gradient • Floating particles, orbs, or accent shapes • Logo or brand mark • Ambient motion (slow drift, subtle pulse)