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# Artistic Goodbyes
Conan O'Brien Kinetic Typography Features His Last Show's Speech

By Chalaine Mantha | Published 2011-03-05 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conan-obrien-kinetic-typography
References: [bldgwlf](http://bldgwlf.com/amazing-things-will-happen/) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/20534171)

The Conan O’Brien Kinetic Typography Video is a digital design created by Jacob Gilbreath from Oklahoma State University. The video features Conan O’Brien’s speech from his final episode of The Tonight Show on [NBC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wordle-game-show).

Jacob Gilbreath explains that the “concept behind this video is to show Conan O’Brien as a solid wall and a monumental entertainer.” The popular talk show host has been through some rough times and this Conan O’Brien Kinetic Typography video sets out to showcase his greatness. The video features a wall of over 60 [individual typographic layouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textbehind) with Conan O’Brien’s speech laid out upon them. The words are digitized in [eye-popping 3D](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-in-motion-exhibition), which is achieved in Cinema 4D.

Jacob Gilbreath believes that the contrast within the video “emphasizes time and creates a sturdy and timeless object which is the perfect metaphor for Conan O’Brien.”

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.5/10
- Popularity: 18% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Kinetic Typography:** Opportunity for designers to embrace dynamic typography in digital design.
- **Personalized Videos:** Potential for using personalized videos to showcase iconic moments or speeches.
- **3D Visualization:** Application of 3D technology to create visually striking digital designs.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Graphic Design:** Incorporating kinetic typography as a design element to enhance visual storytelling.
- **Video Production:** Utilizing personalized videos as a marketing tool or for creating memorable experiences.
- **Animation:** Leveraging 3D visualization techniques to bring static content to life and engage viewers.

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