What is Apple Motion Artwork?
Apple Motion Artwork allows you to give listeners a unique experience, allowing you to upload animated artwork to set the mood for your release. Apple Motion is made up of two files, a 1x1 version used for Desktop, TV & iPad and a 3x4 version used for iPhone and Android.
You can upload Apple Motion Artwork directly from your Stop Talking Music Group account!
What are the requirements for Apple Motion artwork?
Apple are pretty strict about the requirements for Motion Artwork, so please ensure you export the files in the following formats:
3x4 Version - iPhone & Android
2048x2732 Pixels
Codec: Apple ProRes 4444, 422, 422 (HQ), or 422 (LT)
File Type: .mov
Pixel Aspect: Square Pixels (1:1)
Frame Rate: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, or 30 fps
Color Profile: Rec 709 or sRGB
Audio: Deliver without an audio track
Length: 15 - 35 Second
1x1 Version - Mac, iPad & Smart TVs
3840x3840 Pixels
Codec: Apple ProRes 4444, 422, 422 (HQ), or 422 (LT)
File Type: .mov
Pixel Aspect: Square Pixels (1:1)
Frame Rate: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, or 30 fps
Color Profile: Rec 709 or sRGB
Audio: Deliver without an audio track
Length: 15 - 35 Second
Please review Apple's own documentation for more detailed requirements:
Please ensure all submissions are made in accordance with Apple's guidelines to prevent delays with your Motion artwork showing.
What Apple Motion can I upload?
We currently only support uploading Album Page Motion Artwork. We may offer the ability to deliver Artist Page Motion Artwork in the future.
How do I upload Motion Artwork to my release?
You can upload Motion Artwork when submitting your release, the option is available on the "Advanced Configurations" steps of our release process. If this option doesn't appear, please speak with your Account Manager.
Once activated, you'll be able to upload both files for Apple Motion. Please note that if both files aren't present, you won't be able to proceed.
It may take a little bit of time for the uploads to complete, depending on the file size so please don't leave this page. Once uploaded, you'll be able to review each file and if necessary, re-upload the file.
How long does it take for Motion Artwork to appear?
Motion Art submissions are subject to review by Apple and may take some time to appear on the release. If you upload your release within 2 weeks of the release date, it'll generally be available when the release goes live.
If there's any problems that get flagged by Apple with your submission, our team will reach out so you can resolve the problem.
What does "Validating" Mean?
When you upload Apple Motion Artwork, you may see a "Validating" status next to each of the uploads. Our back-end system validates each of the uploaded files independently to ensure they meet the requirements set by Apple. This includes checking the size, ensuring no audio channels are present and the codec is set correctly.
It can take a little bit of time for us to validate the upload. Our team will reach out if there's any problems with the file you've uploaded.