Designers! Learn After Effects to craft dynamic motion graphics. Elevate your design projects with expert techniques in video and animation.
2 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- Understanding After Effects fundamentals, enabling graphic designers to move confidently from static layouts into professional motion workflows.
- How to build motion-ready compositions efficiently, improving timeline organisation, layout precision and everyday productivity on real design projects.
- Applying keyframe animation principles, helping designers create smooth purposeful movement without over-animating brand-critical visual elements.
- How to design scalable animations with shape layers, producing flexible graphics suitable for social media campaigns presentations and web content.
- Understanding Illustrator and Photoshop integration, empowering faster reuse of existing design assets within motion graphics pipelines.
- Applying masks mattes and text animation techniques, enabling engaging reveals transitions and typographic motion for client-ready deliverables.
- How to export optimised motion graphics confidently, improving playback quality and reliability across video social and presentation platforms.
This After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
Course Dates
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| Tue 3 - Wed 4 Mar 2026 | Live Online |
£645
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| Thu 2 - Fri 3 Apr 2026 | London |
£645
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| Thu 7 - Fri 8 May 2026 | Live Online |
£645
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| Tue 2 - Wed 3 Jun 2026 | London |
£645
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| Wed 1 - Thu 2 Jul 2026 | Live Online |
£695
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| Wed 5 - Thu 6 Aug 2026 | London |
£695
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| Thu 3 - Fri 4 Sep 2026 | Live Online |
£695
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| Thu 1 - Fri 2 Oct 2026 | London |
£695
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| Wed 4 - Thu 5 Nov 2026 | Live Online |
£695
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| Thu 3 - Fri 4 Dec 2026 | London |
£695
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Course Outline for After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction
After Effects Foundations for Graphic Design Motion Work
- Establishing how After Effects fits within modern graphic design and motion workflows
- Navigating projects compositions and panels with confidence
- Setting composition dimensions frame rates and duration for digital outputs
- Understanding layers timelines and transform logic for motion design
- Using Properties and Essential panels to streamline common tasks
Building and Managing Motion-Ready Compositions
- Creating compositions using presets for social web and presentation formats
- Organising assets logically to support complex timelines
- Managing layer order visibility timing and hierarchy
- Trimming timing and previewing motion efficiently
- Using snapping guides and alignment tools for layout precision
Keyframe Animation Principles for Designers
- Applying keyframes to position scale rotation and opacity
- Controlling timing and easing to create natural movement
- Editing velocity curves for smoother animation results
- Synchronising multiple animated properties coherently
- Refining motion without over-animating graphic elements
Shape Layer Design and Procedural Animation
- Creating and styling vector shapes directly inside After Effects
- Animating strokes fills paths and transforms independently
- Using repeaters offsets and procedural controls for scalable motion
- Building layered shape systems rather than single-use animations
- Experimenting with variation while maintaining brand consistency
Integrating Illustrator Artwork into Motion Projects
- Importing layered Illustrator files with correct structure
- Understanding document size versus layer size implications
- Converting vector artwork into editable shape layers
- Optimising Illustrator files for animation performance
- Editing vector shapes natively after import
Working with Photoshop Assets in Motion Graphics
- Importing layered Photoshop files correctly for animation
- Managing alpha channels masks and transparency
- Working with blend modes and layer styles safely
- Using pre-compositions to keep timelines readable
- Applying parenting and null objects for controlled motion systems
Masks Mattes and Visual Transitions
- Creating masks for reveals cut-outs and animated focus
- Animating Bezier masks with precision
- Using track mattes with shapes and text
- Applying adjustment layers for non-destructive effects
- Controlling time properties including basic time remapping
Animating Scenes and Multi-Layer Graphics
- Structuring complex scenes using groups and sub-groups
- Animating layered illustrations efficiently
- Copying and adapting animation timing across elements
- Editing multiple keyframes simultaneously
- Reversing and offsetting motion for visual rhythm
Text Animation for Graphic Design Motion
- Creating and styling text layers appropriately
- Applying text animators for reveal emphasis and rhythm
- Customising text selectors and ranges
- Reversing and combining text animations creatively
- Saving reusable text animation presets
Trim Paths and Line-Based Motion Design
- Drawing animated lines and outlines
- Applying trim paths to single and multiple shapes
- Timing path animations for clarity and impact
Exporting Motion Graphics for Real-World Use
- Exporting animations for video social and presentation contexts
- Preparing compositions for H.264 delivery
- Creating lightweight animated GIFs when appropriate
- Avoiding common export quality and playback issues
FAQs about the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course
Is this After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is aimed at graphic designers who are new to After Effects or have been using After Effects for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in After Effects. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team. They will be delighted to advise you.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
How is the content taught throughout the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?
Our After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using After Effects throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?
For private classes in After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
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- We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
- Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
- We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.
Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
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