How to Make a Ransom Note Animation

Magazine cut-out lettering

There's something quite distinctive about the look of magazine cut-out lettering. Each letter has its own typeface, size and texture, pieced together to form a title that feels a little rough around the edges. It's a style often seen in travel films, video recaps, music videos and creative montages.

With TypeFlow's Ransom Note template, you can create this look without having to cut out individual letters or piece them together in an editing programme.

Start by adding your text. You can use up to four lines, with a maximum of 50 characters. By default, each letter can have its own font, giving the title that mismatched magazine cut-out look. If you prefer something more consistent, you can also use the same typeface throughout.

Next, choose what your letters are made of. You can use photographed textures like paper, fabric, nature and leather, or keep things simple with plain cardstock. There are also three edge styles to choose from: torn, scissor-cut and straight. Each gives the letters a slightly different feel.