After Effects Training: Complete 4-day course
This professional training course teaches you the core essentials of Adobe After Effects, the industry-standard software for motion design and visual effects. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to formalize your skills, this course walks you through the process of creating engaging animations, video enhancements, and eye-catching effects.
With a practical, project-based approach, you’ll learn how to work with layers, animate objects, create animated text, apply smooth transitions, and export your work for various formats (web, social media, professional video).
Ideal for designers, editors, communicators, and creatives alike, this training gives you the key skills to boost the visual impact of your content and take your video production to a professional level.
Introduction to After Effects Training
- Overview of After Effects’ main functionalities
- Introduction to the interface: tools, menus, and panels
- Creating and managing a new project
- Organizing the Project panel
- Saving and managing project files
Keyframe Management
- Adding and removing animation keyframes
- Adding markers to synchronize audio and animation
- Using the Motion Sketch panel to refine movements
Text Animations
- Creating point text and paragraph text
- Transforming text using layer properties
- Applying preset text animations
- Animating text through inheritance and paths
- Adding effects such as shadows and blurs
- Previewing animations via Adobe Bridge
Editing Effects
- Using multiple layers and adjustment layers
- Exploring the Effects and Presets panel
- Moving, sliding, and splitting layers
- Creating fades and transitions
- Modifying layer duration and extending animations
Shape Animations
- Creating shapes with the Pen tool
- Animating twists, zigzags, and rounded edges
- Transforming and connecting paths
- Converting text to vector shapes
Slideshows and Precompositions
- Creating animated slideshows
- Using and managing precompositions
Working with Masks
- Creating aesthetic and animated masks
- Applying blending modes to enrich compositions
Character Animation
- Using the Puppet tool for object deformation and animation
- Dynamic recording of keyframes for character animation
Effects Management
- Applying effects: Cycore, fractal noise, particle systems, and more
- Saving and reusing custom effects
Building a 3D Environment
- Manipulating the X, Y, and Z axes
- Animating dynamic cameras
- Managing lighting and light effects
Introduction to Expressions
- Creating links between effect properties
- Controlling animations over time
- Using loops and interdependencies
- Grouping and synchronizing layers
Audio Effects Management
- Adding and managing sound effects
- Using waveforms and audio frequencies
Advanced Audio Editing
- Working with Adobe Audition and After Effects
- Using markers for precise audio editing
Working with Mattes
- Creating and managing Luma and Alpha mattes
- Building visual effects through matte techniques
Rendering and Exporting
- Saving and backing up projects
- Customizing output settings
- Producing high-quality final renders
Other course(s) in this category
→ Illustrator Training: Preparing Assets for After Effects
→ After Effects Training: Complete 4-day course
→ After Effects Advanced Training
This course is designed for graphic designers, video editors, content creators, marketers, and anyone interested in learning motion design or enhancing videos with visual effects.
No. No previous experience is required. The course starts with the basics and gradually introduces more advanced techniques. It’s suitable for motivated beginners.
You’ll need a computer with Adobe After Effects installed (latest version recommended), plus a mouse. A second monitor can also help during the hands-on sessions.
Yes. The training is highly practical: every concept is followed by hands-on exercises and a final mini animation project to apply what you’ve learned.
Yes. The training is available on-site or remotely via live video conference, with screen sharing, step-by-step demonstrations, and personalized guidance from the trainer.
Prerequisites:
- Be proficient with a computer environment, whether on Mac or PC;
Objectives:
Training Objective
This After Effects training is designed to enhance your skills in motion graphics and video special effects. By the end of the program, you will be able to master the software's advanced features, animate text and shapes in both 2D and 3D, create complex compositing effects, and produce professional-quality animations integrating visual, audio, and lighting elements.
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Pricing
Practical information
- Duration: 4 day(s)
- Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (2 coffee breaks + 1-hour lunch)
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Format:
- Online (live virtual classroom)
- Or in person, depending on availability
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Why Take This Training?
In a digital landscape where video and animation are key to effective communication, mastering Adobe After Effects gives you a strategic edge. Whether you're creating engaging motion graphics, enhancing video content, or exploring professional visual effects, this course empowers you to:
- Gain high-demand skills in marketing, design, and audiovisual production
- Create modern, impactful animations for the web, social media, or corporate videos
- Master the essential tools for animation, composition, and visual effects
- Become more autonomous in producing multimedia content
- Elevate your brand image with polished, professional-looking videos
An ideal training for creatives and businesses aiming to enhance their visual impact and boost their digital presence.
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