Take your motion design skills to the next level with this three-day Intermediate After Effects course. Learn advanced effects, expressions, rotoscoping, 3D layers, cameras, lighting, and particles through hands-on projects. Create professional, visually striking animations. Book your place today.
Our After Effects Intermediate course is a three-day program aimed at learners who already have a basic understanding of After Effects and want to expand their skills. This course is ideal for freelance motion graphics artists, video editors, and creative professionals looking to tackle more complex animation and visual effects projects.
During the course, you’ll explore advanced features such as 3D layers, cameras, and lighting, as well as compositing, masking, and keyframe animation. You’ll gain practical experience with rotoscoping, puppet pin animations, and particle effects to create dynamic, professional-quality visuals.
Delivered in small groups either at our London training centre or live online, the course combines step-by-step instruction with hands-on exercises and real-world projects. You’ll finish the course with the confidence to apply advanced After Effects techniques to your own projects, creating polished animations that stand out.
Here is what you will learn on this After Effects course in more detail. Click the topics below to explore what is covered in each section.
Every Docklands Media course comes with a range of added benefits to support your learning at no extra cost.
Receive an official certificate of completion to validate your training. Ideal for portfolios, CVs, or proving your skills in Adobe After Effects.
Access our email and phone support for a lifetime. Contact us with any technical questions related to what you have learned on your Adobe After Effects course.
Need a refresher? Retake the same Adobe After Effects course for free within 24 months. A great way to solidify your learning or get up to speed with new software updates.
Receive training notes, project files, and 7-day access to instructor-led video tutorials. Perfect for reinforcing key lessons and practising at your own pace.
Along with your certificate of completion, you’ll have the option to take the official Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exam for £175 + VAT. This globally recognised certification highlights your creative expertise and proves your job-ready skills. Select the exam option when booking to include it with your course.
We're committed to providing the best training experience possible. That's why we offer a range of discounts and flexible payment options to make your Adobe After Effects course more accessible and affordable.
Get discounted rates when booking for two or more people, or if you're enrolling from a charity. Save 5–15% depending on your group size or institution type.
Book your Adobe After Effects course at least three months in advance and get 10% off. Secure your place early and save on top-quality creative training.
If you're not fully satisfied on the first day of your Adobe After Effects course, let us know. We'll do our best to make it right—or refund you in full. No hassle, no risk.
Spread the cost of your training over 3, 6, or 12 months. Our instalment plans help make creative learning more accessible, with interest rates as low as 5%.

Neil is an incredible motion graphic designer, animator, editor, cartoonist and book illustrator. His work has been broadcast, published and distributed all over the UK and beyond. His creativity and fun approach to his work is what sets Neil apart.
Hear directly from professionals and teams who’ve trained with us, sharing their experiences and the impact our training has had on their creative journeys.
As well as creative individuals, we are also the preferred training provider for some of the most successful global brands and organisations.
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No, our courses are designed for all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your existing skills, you'll find the training accessible and beneficial.
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Take your motion graphics and animation skills further with our Adobe After Effects Intermediate Training Course. Designed for users with existing After Effects experience, this course focuses on advanced animation, compositing, and visual effects techniques to help you create more complex, polished, and professional motion graphics.
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