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Adobe After Effects I: Introduction to Motion Graphics

ART-40587

Master the Art of Motion Graphics with Adobe After Effects
10 Weeks | No Prerequisite 


Step into the world of motion graphics and elevate your creative skills with Adobe After Effects: Introduction to Motion Graphics. Whether you're an aspiring animator, video editor, or content creator, this ten-week online course will equip you with essential animation, compositing, and visual effects techniques used in industry. Through hands-on projects and expert instruction, you’ll gain a solid foundation in After Effects, learning to craft dynamic visuals that captivate audiences. No prior experience in motion graphics? No problem! With guidance and industry-relevant assignments, you’ll develop confidence in your ability to bring static images to life.

Course Details

Your journey begins with an introduction to the After Effects interface and workflow, followed by in-depth lessons on keyframes, animation techniques, text effects, masks, track mattes, and 3D layers. You’ll explore the integration of audio and visual elements, mastering how to synchronize motion with sound for professional-quality compositions.

As you progress, you’ll refine your skills with color correction, effects, and finishing techniques, ensuring your animations are polished and ready for a variety of media outputs. Weekly assignments and projects will challenge you to apply new skills creatively, culminating in a final project where you’ll design, animate, and present your own motion graphic sequence.

By the end of the course, you’ll have the expertise to create professional-grade animations and a portfolio-ready project that showcases your new skills. This course is your stepping stone into the exciting field of motion design—don't miss the opportunity to bring your ideas to life.

This Course is Ideal For:

  • Graphics Designers – Professionals looking to expand their animation and compositing skills.
  • Video Editors – Editors who want to incorporate motion graphics, titles, and effects into their work.
  • Graphic Designers – Designers looking to transition into animation and motion-based visuals.
  • Social Media Content Creators – Creators producing engaging video content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
  • Marketing & Advertising Professionals – Marketers who want to create eye-catching promotional videos and animated ads.
  • Filmmakers & Videographers – Industry professionals seeking to enhance their video projects with dynamic visual effects.
  • UI/UX Designers – Designers interested in motion for app animations, website interactions, and explainer videos.
  • E-Learning Developers – Educators and course designers looking to integrate motion graphics into instructional content.
  • Broadcast & News Designers – Professionals working in television or online media who need to create engaging motion graphics for news and media.
  • 3D & Visual Effects Artists – Artists looking to expand their toolset by integrating After Effects with 3D workflows.

What You'll Learn

  • Create engaging motion graphics using industry-standard tools and techniques.
  • Master animation fundamentals with keyframes, layers, and effects.
  • Integrate audio seamlessly into animated compositions for impactful storytelling.
  • Apply color correction and finishing techniques for polished final projects.
  • Work with 3D layers and complex project structures to enhance your animations.
  • Prepare and export animations for various digital and broadcast formats.

Course Information

Online
3.00 units
$495.00
Notes: Software: You must have After Effects CC installed on your computer.

Materials: Students will be utilizing online content as a textbook reference guide. Subscription options and pricing are available at Linkedin Learning. Your instructor will provide information. 

Prerequisite: This course has no required prerequisite but Photoshop and Illustrator experience is recommended.

Course sessions

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