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Adobe After Effects Training: Fast Track Silver

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Unlock your potential with After Effects Fast Track Silver – our comprehensive 5-day training course that combines the best of our beginner and intermediate level courses. Master the essential tools and techniques for creating stunning motion graphics, visual effects, and animations in no time. Start your journey to becoming an After Effects expert today!
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5 days
10am – 4pm

LEVEL

Beginner to
Intermediate

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(ex VAT)

Company: £795
Self-funding: £675
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Adobe After Effects Training: Fast Track Silver
LOCATION

London
or Online

DURATION

5 days
10am – 4pm

LEVEL

Beginner to Intermediate

Cost (ex VAT)
Company £795
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£675
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Overview of the course

The After Effects Fast Track Silver course is designed for individuals who want to learn how to create compelling visual effects and motion graphics in a time-efficient manner. This course combines our two-day beginner and three-day intermediate courses to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of After Effects.

During the two-day beginner course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of working with layers, masks, and effects. You’ll get hands-on experience creating keyframe animations, using text animation presets, and exporting for different platforms. You’ll also learn how to import and organise different types of media files.

In the three-day intermediate course, you’ll learn advanced techniques for creating visual effects and motion graphics. You’ll dive into topics such as 3D space, camera animation, expressions, and working with shape layers. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to create complex animations and visual effects that will take your projects to the next level.

This five-day course provides a fast-track approach to learning After Effects and is perfect for individuals who want to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the software in a short amount of time. Our Adobe Certified instructors will guide you through the software’s interface and show you how to use After Effects to create visually stunning motion graphics and animations. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the necessary skills to create your own projects and enhance your video content with After Effects.

Dates

Next Course Date: 23 October, 2023

As this course is a combination of two different levels of training, you will need to pick a start date for each level below. The beginner level runs over two consecutive days, and the intermediate level is three days long.

Beginner Level

  • 23 October, 2023
  • 11 December, 2023

Intermediate Level

  • 25 October, 2023
  • 13 December, 2023
If the training dates listed here don’t suit your schedule, let us know and we can arrange a private / tailored training course for you where we can customise both the content and the dates of the course.

To find more about our Tailored Training courses, click here

Course Outline

The Fast Track Silver course is a combination of the Beginner and Intermediate levels. Here’s what you’ll learn during each level.

Beginner Level

Introduction to After Effects
  • Understanding the basics of motion graphics
  • Some useful terminology
  • Welcome Screen
  • Tools and Panels of After Effects
Importing Assets
  • Bringing in still images, illustrations and video files
  • Working with layered Illustrator and Photoshop files
  • Different file types and options
  • Creating compositions
Basic Animation Concepts
  • Layer transform properties (Opacity, Position, Rotation, Anchor Point and Scale)
  • Timing and Keyframing animations
  • Working with Motion Paths to create an animation
  • Orienting layers to their directions of travel
Motion Sketch
  • Creating a custom animation path by using the Motion Sketch Panel
  • Changing the orientation of layers
  • Smoothing the path for better animations
  • Speeding up / Slowing down an animation created with Motion Sketch
Motion Blur
  • Making layers look more natural by adding Motion Blur
  • Motion Blur settings
  • Working with the correct Shutter Angle
  • Motion Blur quality options
Parenting Layers and Pre-composing
  • Understanding the relationships between layers
  • Using the Pick-Whip to link layers to each other
  • Grouping layers by Pre-composing
  • Some useful switches and modes
Working with Effects
  • Understanding how effects work
  • Introduction to some basic effects
  • Adjusting effects parameters
  • Re-ordering effects
  • Enabling / Disabling effects
Working with Masks
  • Creating a simple mask to hide or show a certain part of the layer
  • Working with custom shape tools to create masks
  • Creating a custom shape by using the Pen Tool
  • Handles and Bezier curves of masks
  • Mask properties such as Feather, Expansion, Path and Opacity
Adjustment Layers
  • Understanding how Adjustment Layers work
  • Creating and using Adjustment Layers
  • Advantages and limitations
  • Masking Adjustment Layers to limit an effect
Text Animation
  • Working with text layers
  • Using the animation presets to create a quick text animation
  • Typing and animating text on a custom path
  • Keyframing the source text
  • Masking text layers
Motion Tracking
  • Understanding how Motion Tracking works
  • Using the correct track points
  • Attaching graphics and text elements to a video clip
  • Applying the tracking data to another layer
  • Considerations
Exporting
  • Understanding the Render Queue and its properties
  • Working with different file formats
  • Using the correct codecs
  • Exporting for different platforms such as web, social media, film and TV

Intermediate Level

Rotoscoping
  • Separating the foreground from the background
  • Animating masks by using keyframes
  • Using the Roto Brush tool to automate the process
  • Refining edges created with the Roto Brush tool
Animating Layers with Puppet Pin
  • Using the Puppet Pin tool to create animations
  • Working with meshes
  • Keyframing Puppet Pins
  • Automating the animation
Working with Audio
  • Importing audio elements to your project
  • Using audio in your animations
  • Different audio file formats
  • Previewing audio in the timeline
Advanced Animation Techniques
  • Different types of keyframes
  • Understanding how Keyframe Interpolation affects the animation
  • Temporal interpolation vs Spatial interpolation
  • Easing In and Easing Out to create more realism
Intro to the Graph Editor
  • How to create more realistic animations with the Graph Editor
  • Taking your animations to the next level
  • Using curves and handles in the graph
  • Creating “anticipation” and “follow through” in your animations
  • Working accurately in the Graph Editor
Advanced Titles
  • Moving beyond text animation presets
  • Working with custom text animators
  • Understanding the Range Selectors
  • Working with Wiggly Selectors to create randomised animations
  • Keyframing the Offset values to create text animations
  • Back-engineering text animation presets
Enhancing Video Clips
  • Understanding different layer modes such as Overlay, Add, Screen and Multiply
  • Creating artificial lighting
  • Using Noise Effects to create textures and animation patterns
Introduction to Line Animation
  • How and when to use line animation
  • Different tools and methods
  • Tips on creating smoother paths with the Pen tool
  • Working with the Stroke effects
  • Creating a glowing whips and line animations with the Vegas effect
  • Creating flourishes and reveals with the Write-on effect
Introduction to Expressions
  • Brief intro to expressions and case studies
  • When and how to use expressions
  • Most commonly used expressions and their properties
  • Randomising an animation by using the Wiggle
  • Automating repetitive tasks with expressions
  • Looping animations with ease
The 3rd Dimension
  • Introduction to the third dimension in After Effects
  • How to turn layers into 3D
  • Limitations and considerations for 3D layers
  • Changing the perspective
  • Pre-comping and linking 3D layers to each other
  • Working with different views and cameras
  • Animating 3D layers
Simple Particle Effects
  • Brief introduction to Particles in After Effects
  • Working with the built-in particle effects
  • Understanding different parameters of particles
  • Creating a text or logo reveal with particles

Work Samples

Here are a few examples of the kind of work you can expect to be able to create after completing this Photoshop course. Click the thumbnails to see explore the details.

Working with Selections

You will learn how to create accurate selections so that you can isolate a subject from the background.

Adjustment Layers

Instead of applying an adjustment to the entire image, you will learn how to do this selectively by using adjustment layers.

Retouching Skin

One of the most common uses of Photoshop is Skin Retouching. You will learn the best practices to ensure your image looks natural.

Working with Layers

Layers allow you to create complex compositions with endless possibilities. You will learn the ins and outs of how layers work.

Advanced Selections

Creating accurate selections mean that you can remove any background. Learn how to create perfect selections around hair and more.

Typography

Text is a crucial element in any design. Learn the foundations of typography and create a professional looking poster.

What's included?

Together with this course, you also get the following benefits at no extra cost.

Course Certification

At the end of your After Effects training, you will receive a certificate of completion which you can use to demonstrate your competence in using Adobe After Effects. Your certificate will be approved by one of our Adobe Certified Instructors

Lifetime Support

After your training, you will have access to our technical email and phone support for a lifetime (yes, you read that right). You can contact us with any technical questions related to what you have learned on your After Effects course.

Course Notes

As well as the training files you create during the course, you will also be given exercise files and notes that you can take away with you. Because, let’s admit, nobody enjoys going through a software manual that is hundreds of pages long.

Training Videos

After attending a classroom or online After Effects training course, you will have free access to our extensive online training video library for seven days. All of our online training videos are produced by our instructors in partnership with digidemy.com

Free Class Retake

Once you complete your After Effects course, you can come back and attend the same training session for free within 24 months. This is particularly useful to fill some gaps in your knowledge or just to refresh your skills and get a little more practice.

Course Recording

During the course, you will be able to record the training sessions so you can refer to it whenever you need to in the future. These recordings will be yours to keep forever and they will be an invaluable resource for your continued learning after the training.
As well as the certificate of completion that you will get at the end of your course, you will also have the option to take the official Adobe Certified Professional exam for an additional fee of £100. The ACP is the industry-recognised certification which proves that you have the in-demand and job-ready skills!

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We want to provide you with the best possible Adobe After Effects training experience. That’s why we have a number of offers to make the whole training process more manageable.
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If you are not truly satisfied with your Adobe After Effects  training course, neither are we. Let us know on the first day of the course and we will go the extra mile to make things right. If you are still not happy, we will refund 100% of your money.

Early Bird Discount

Book this course three months in advance and receive a 15% discount.

Group Bookings

If you book two people to attend the course on the same dates, you get a 5% discount. For three people the discount is 10% and for four or more people it is 15%.

Schools and Non-profits

If you work for an educational or non-profit organisation, you get a 15% discount.

Instalment Plans

We understand that it may not always be very easy to pay for your Adobe After Effects training upfront. That’s why we offer a payment plan, which allows you to spread the cost of your training over 3, 6 or 12 months with 3%, 5% or 10% interest.

Want to learn more than one software?

This After Effects course is also included in the following bundles. If you'd like to learn more than just After Effects, be sure to check out our bundles below.

Video Bundle

If you want to create high end videos, then this bundle is for you. It includes the After Effects and Premiere Pro training courses.
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Motion Graphics Bundle

Want to learn how to create animated graphics? This bundle consists of After Effects, C4D, Photoshop and Illustrator.
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Where does the classroom training take place?
Our address is: 3 Laybourne House, Admirals Way, London, E14 9UH.

We are located only a couple of minutes’ walk from both the Canary Wharf (Jubilee Line) and the South Quay DLR Stations.
What time does the course start / finish?
The course starts at 10am and runs until 4pm with a lunch break and a couple of short coffee breaks throughout the day.
How big are the classes?
We usually have between 4-6 students per class. So it is a very small group, which means you get a lot of individual help and attention.
What's the booking procedure?
When you decide which course and dates you would like to attend, you simply fill the contact form on this page, or get in touch with us by using the chat button. Upon receiving your request, we will raise an invoice and send it to you for payment.

Once we receive the payment, your place on the course gets confirmed and you receive the joining instructions.
When do I need to make the payment?
Payment needs to be made at least 10 days prior to the first day of your course. Until we receive your payment, your place on the course is not confirmed and if the course gets fully booked, we might ask you to wait until the next available date.
How can I pay for my course?
You can pay for your training course via BACS (direct bank transfer), by using any credit or debit card including VISA, Mastercard or AMEX. You can also pay by using PayPal.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
We provide the workstations, notepads, light snacks, biscuits, coffee, tea and chocolate (lots of it!) during the course, so you don’t need to bring anything along.
Can I use my own laptop on the training?
If you feel more comfortable using your own computer, you certainly can. Just make sure you let us know ahead of the course, so we can prepare a workstation for you to connect your laptop.
Can I use my own files during the course?

If you are attending a public scheduled training course with other students, then you would be following a pre-determined outline. This is to ensure that everyone benefits from the training. However, if you would like to use your own files during the course (perhaps you are working on a project that you’d like to use as a case study), check out our Tailored Training page.

How does the online training work?
Overview: Instead of travelling to our London studios, you can join the course remotely as an online student. You will be joining a classroom training session which takes place at one of our training centres with real instructors and students without leaving your home or office. You will have the opportunity to interact with your instructors during the live sessions, ask questions, follow demonstrations, hear and see your fellow students just like you would if you were physically here. It’s exactly like being in a classroom, without the cost of travel and accommodation. Plus the cost of the online training is lower than the traditional classroom training courses.

The platform: Our online courses run either on Zoom or Teams. During the training hours, you need to be in front of your computer and follow your instructor’s monitor as the demonstrations take place. You will then practice what you’ve learned on your own computer. Along the way, you will be able to interact with your instructor, ask questions as well as take part in discussions during the training. If you get stuck, your instructor can take control of your mouse and show you the right way of completing a specific task.

Prerequisites: Almost all modern computers nowadays will have sufficient technology for the live training courses. However, to ensure you get the most out of your online training experience, there are a few things to keep in mind. In order to attend one of the InDesign courses as an online student, you need to have a decent broadband connection (a connection that’s good enough for a traditional HD video call will suffice). You will also need a pair of headphones or speakers as well as a microphone. Although not compulsory, you are advised to have a dual-monitor setup. Ideally, you would be following your instructor from one monitor and use the other monitor to practice the tools you are taught. As an alternative, you can use a single monitor and switch between the online session and your software. You will need to have either the full version of the software you are learning or we can send you a link to download a free trial for a limited period.
Can I postpone my booking to another date?

Yes – as long as you give us 10 days’ notice, you can postpone your course to another date without any charges. For full details on cancelation and postponing, please refer to our T&Cs.

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