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After Effects Intermediate | Training Course

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After Effects Intermediate

Lee's After Effects lesson was super fun and helpful. He talked through processes clearly and had a lot of patience for everyone on my team. Thank you :)
Jersey Heritage
March 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Amazing course - very thorough and detailed. I learnt a lot of valuable skills that I have applied to my content thanks to this course!
Babcock Land Defence Limited
March 2025
After Effects Intermediate

The course was very informative and had a lot of useful tips/tricks. Very happy with the course and would definitely use Transmedia again.
Ogilvy
February 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Lee was very knowledgeable and able to accommodate a range of experience within the room so that everyone came away having learned something new.
Apple
February 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Very friendly and accommodating team. My trainer was very knowledgeable and my course was very thorough and adapted to my specific requirements.
Point 13 Media
February 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Having a great tutor is invaluable. We went through everything in amazing detail. He loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)

February 2025
After Effects Introduction

Had a great experience doing the After Effects training course with Transmedia. Our trainer was brilliant and had a great wealth of knowledge. Hope to do another course soon.
NHBC
April 2025
After Effects Introduction

I found the After Effects course for Beginners very good. Our tutor was great and also very patient. I feel much more confident now as I start to work in After Effects after attending this course.
National Army Museum
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Great, informative training. Presented clearly and with plenty of discussion.
Racecourse Media Group
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Really informative, a great course for beginners to After Effects.
Galderma UK Ltd
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Great tutor, well worth the money, will definitely keeping in contact. Very recommended!
Workplace Options
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Was really helpful for beginners! Mine was the introductory course, but I feel I learned a lot more than I expected in 2 days. Would absolutely recommend.
BMB Agency
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Our trainer was amazing. The course was very well structured, and a nice amount of time was given to each task. Looking forward to the next one!
House of Commons
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Great session led by a very thorough and knowledgable leader. Would recommend for anyone wanting to upskill and build on their knowledge. I'm now much more comfortable and knowledgeable in AE.
Connected Virus
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Really clear and concise! Learnt so much in two days.
Ogilvy
March 2025

Course Facts

2 day course
Our Trainers are Authorised Professionals
Live Online or Classroom-based
Certificate of completion
Maximum class size of 6 for scheduled courses
Unlimited support after your course
Courses at all levels: Introduction, Intermediate, Advanced and Masterclasses

Course Outline

Setting up custom preferences
Animation
Compositing
Motion tracking and image stabilising
Time-based effects
Basic expressions and scripting
Paint
Intermediate 3D and parenting

FULL OUTLINE

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After Effects Intermediate

Lee's After Effects lesson was super fun and helpful. He talked through processes clearly and had a lot of patience for everyone on my team. Thank you :)
Jersey Heritage
March 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Amazing course - very thorough and detailed. I learnt a lot of valuable skills that I have applied to my content thanks to this course!
Babcock Land Defence Limited
March 2025
After Effects Intermediate

The course was very informative and had a lot of useful tips/tricks. Very happy with the course and would definitely use Transmedia again.
Ogilvy
February 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Lee was very knowledgeable and able to accommodate a range of experience within the room so that everyone came away having learned something new.
Apple
February 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Very friendly and accommodating team. My trainer was very knowledgeable and my course was very thorough and adapted to my specific requirements.
Point 13 Media
February 2025
After Effects Intermediate

Having a great tutor is invaluable. We went through everything in amazing detail. He loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)

February 2025
After Effects Introduction

Had a great experience doing the After Effects training course with Transmedia. Our trainer was brilliant and had a great wealth of knowledge. Hope to do another course soon.
NHBC
April 2025
After Effects Introduction

I found the After Effects course for Beginners very good. Our tutor was great and also very patient. I feel much more confident now as I start to work in After Effects after attending this course.
National Army Museum
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Great, informative training. Presented clearly and with plenty of discussion.
Racecourse Media Group
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Really informative, a great course for beginners to After Effects.
Galderma UK Ltd
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Great tutor, well worth the money, will definitely keeping in contact. Very recommended!
Workplace Options
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Was really helpful for beginners! Mine was the introductory course, but I feel I learned a lot more than I expected in 2 days. Would absolutely recommend.
BMB Agency
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Our trainer was amazing. The course was very well structured, and a nice amount of time was given to each task. Looking forward to the next one!
House of Commons
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Great session led by a very thorough and knowledgable leader. Would recommend for anyone wanting to upskill and build on their knowledge. I'm now much more comfortable and knowledgeable in AE.
Connected Virus
March 2025
After Effects Introduction

Really clear and concise! Learnt so much in two days.
Ogilvy
March 2025

Course Dates

Location: Live Online London

Date	Location	Price (ex VAT)
Mon 19 - Tue 20 May 2025	London	£585
Mon 16 - Tue 17 Jun 2025	Live Online	£395
Mon 16 - Tue 17 Jun 2025	London	£395
Thu 3 - Fri 4 Jul 2025	London	£585
Thu 10 - Fri 11 Jul 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 21 - Tue 22 Jul 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 28 - Tue 29 Jul 2025	London	£585
Mon 4 - Tue 5 Aug 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 11 - Tue 12 Aug 2025	London	£585
Tue 19 - Wed 20 Aug 2025	Live Online	£585
Wed 27 - Thu 28 Aug 2025	London	£585
Wed 3 - Thu 4 Sep 2025	London	£585
Wed 10 - Thu 11 Sep 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 15 - Tue 16 Sep 2025	London	£585
Wed 24 - Thu 25 Sep 2025	Live Online	£585
Thu 2 - Fri 3 Oct 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 13 - Tue 14 Oct 2025	London	£585
Mon 20 - Tue 21 Oct 2025	London	£585
Wed 29 - Thu 30 Oct 2025	Live Online	£585
Thu 6 - Fri 7 Nov 2025	London	£585
Thu 13 - Fri 14 Nov 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 17 - Tue 18 Nov 2025	Live Online	£585
Wed 26 - Thu 27 Nov 2025	London	£585
Mon 1 - Tue 2 Dec 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 8 - Tue 9 Dec 2025	Live Online	£585
Mon 15 - Tue 16 Dec 2025	London	£585

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After Effects Intermediate — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
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.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

FAQs about the After Effects Intermediate course

Is this After Effects Intermediate course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who have experience in After Effects or have already attended one of our After Effects training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of After Effects.

Should I attend the After Effects Intermediate 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.

How is the content taught throughout the After Effects Intermediate course?

Our After Effects Intermediate 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 support is available after I attend the After Effects Intermediate course?

We offer ongoing support to our After Effects Intermediate 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.

How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the After Effects Intermediate course?

We have the smallest class sizes in the industry. On average there are 2 to 3 people on our After Effects Intermediate public courses. When we are oversubscribed, rather than put more people on the same course, we open up a new course date, which ensures everyone has maximum interaction with our trainer and the chance to ask questions throughout the day.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my After Effects Intermediate course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our After Effects Intermediate course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

What you will learn

Understanding how to customise preferences and optimise project settings, enabling you to work more efficiently on complex animations.
How to refine your animation skills by mastering velocity, influence and speed graphs for perfectly timed and polished results.
Applying advanced compositing techniques such as variable mask feathering, keying tools and the Roto Brush for seamless visual effects.
Exploring motion tracking and image stabilisation using Mocha AE and Warp Stabiliser VFX to enhance footage with precision.
How to create time-based effects like slow motion, time stretching and animating footage to audio for dynamic storytelling.
Developing basic expressions and scripting skills to link properties, randomise elements and automate repetitive animation tasks.
Mastering intermediate 3D animation techniques, including stereo camera rigs, independent keyframing and creative tricks with lights and cameras.
By learning these advanced techniques, you'll deliver more professional animations that meet the high standards of clients and stakeholders.
Improving your ability to create complex animations will save time on projects while elevating the quality of your output significantly.

Overview of After Effects Intermediate

In this course, you'll learn how to take your work in After Effects beyond the basics. We show you how to properly plan a concept and a motion design sequence. We'll teach you some great compositing and animation techniques to transform existing footage into something new. We also provide you with plenty of everyday workflow and expressions tips for working faster and more efficiently. Our course is taught by industry professionals who are also Adobe Certified Professional trainers. They will share years of their industry experience with you so you get to see how the professionals really work, in just two days.