WHAT WILL I LEARN?
WHAT WILL I LEARN? This course gives you the exact skills to go from complete beginner to confident motion designer, creating animations that grab attention on social media, websites, and ads, without wasting time on confusing tutorials or trial-and-error. Module 1 - Getting Started with After Effects Set up After Effects the right way. Learn how to install, create your first project, optimise performance, and customise workspaces. Master the interface and composition settings so you can navigate the software with ease from day one. Module 2 - Core Animation Tools & Techniques Bring your ideas to life with the essential tools. Create shapes, text, and logos, then animate them with keyframes, layers, and presets. Use pre-comps, the align panel, and the graph editor to stay organised, and apply easing techniques for smooth, professional motion. Module 3 - Working with Assets & Design Integration Import Photoshop and Illustrator files directly with Dynamic Link. Use masks, the pen tool, and Bézier paths to craft clean animations. Add trim paths and stroke effects for stylish logo reveals and title sequences. Module 4 - Advanced Animation Controls & Interactions Unlock pro techniques. Control complex animations with null objects and parenting. Add expressions, motion tracking, and rotoscoping to blend graphics with real footage. Explore 3D layers, cameras, and the puppet tool for cinematic effects, then export perfectly for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and ads. 👉 By the end, you’ll have a complete toolkit to design polished, scroll-stopping animations that save you money on freelancers, boost your brand, and help your content stand out, every time you open After Effects.