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Create stunning motion graphics and visual effects in After Effects. Learn from experts and develop essential skills for video editing success.

2 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Understanding the After Effects interface and workspace, enabling you to navigate the software with confidence and efficiency.
  • How to import and manage a wide variety of assets, including video files, Photoshop projects, audio and Illustrator graphics.
  • Mastering animation essentials such as keyframe interpolation, motion blur and transform properties to create smooth, dynamic animations.
  • Creating and animating masks and mattes, allowing you to isolate elements and add creative visual effects to your projects.
  • How to apply motion tracking techniques for seamless integration of moving elements and enhanced realism for your compositions.
  • Designing and animating text along paths, with advanced formatting techniques to produce engaging titles and typographic effects.
  • Using shape layers to create visually compelling graphics like pie charts or bar charts, ideal for presentations or marketing materials.
  • How to utilise effects, including presets and adjustment layers, to add depth and polish to animations.
  • Working with 3D animation basics, lights and cameras to add dimension and realism to your designs.
  • Exporting projects using the Render Queue or Adobe Media Encoder, for professional-quality output.
  • Mastering the skills needed to create professional-quality animations that impress clients and stakeholders alike.
  • Learning After Effects will empower you to work more efficiently, delivering polished results that impress clients and stakeholders alike.
  • After Effects Introduction

    Really good course. Thanks to our tutor who was patient and taught at a really nice pace. Thank you.

    Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    A very positive experience indeed and I believe what we have learned over the last 2 days will be a great help in our edits going forward!

    Incisive Media
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Friday was brilliant, what a great tutor! I feel I'm finally giving structure to the madness! Top marks.

    Virgin Media O2
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The After Effects Introduction course at Transmedia is a brilliant, well-thought-out course that is informative and fun at the same time. I will be visiting Transmedia again and recommend them to all!

    Minnow Films
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    I had to rush off and miss the end of class but it was fantastic.

    Pippa R
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Excellent course, really helped with my understanding of After Effects. Friendly trainers and great location.

    Rural Payment Agency (RPA)
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The venue was immaculate and the tutoring was very comfortable and informative! We really enjoyed it and can't wait to start using what we learned.

    William Bowerman
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

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

    Ogilvy
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Thank you for the course. I personally found it very useful.

    Highlight
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Great, informative training. Presented clearly and with plenty of discussion.

    Racecourse Media Group
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Lee made it really easy to follow his instructions, going at a good pace for me to keep up and was able to answer any questions. I feel much more confident after completing the two days. Thanks!

    August 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
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Really helped me get to grips with After Effects. Covered lots over the two days, with one to one help when needed :)

    Ella M
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    All was great, learned lots of new things. Perfect.

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Fantastic training, the explanations were really clear and the pacing was perfect, I feel like I've learnt so much. Our tutor was great, patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Fantastic training, the explanations were really clear and the pacing was perfect, I feel like I've learnt so much. My trainer was great, patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

    Rural Payment Agency (RPA)
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Really informative, a great course for beginners to After Effects.

    Galderma UK Ltd
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Patient and clear instructor. Excellent course syllalbus. I gained a LOT of new knowledge.

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Course was great and my trainer was fantastic - I will be in touch with questions I am sure as I get into AE!

    UK Parliament
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The course is really very good. The instructor is very patient to teach and the method is easy to follow. Good quality of approach to each topic. Thank you so much! I absolutely recommend.

    Fact Not Fiction Films
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    A really great tutor who went through everything in great detail to make sure we knew what was going on. Really happy with how much I learnt, can't wait for the Intermediate After Effects session.

    Ogilvy
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The staff were so welcoming and made the experience really great, helping us get settled in and taken care of. Our trainer was really great at answering questions and guiding us through the course.

    Incisive Media
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Very good course, easy to follow and covered a lot of important points.

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Great tutor, well worth the money, will definitely keeping in contact. Very recommended!

    Workplace Options
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Really good course. Thanks to our tutor who was patient and taught at a really nice pace. Thank you.

    Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    A very positive experience indeed and I believe what we have learned over the last 2 days will be a great help in our edits going forward!

    Incisive Media
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Friday was brilliant, what a great tutor! I feel I'm finally giving structure to the madness! Top marks.

    Virgin Media O2
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The After Effects Introduction course at Transmedia is a brilliant, well-thought-out course that is informative and fun at the same time. I will be visiting Transmedia again and recommend them to all!

    Minnow Films
    September 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    I had to rush off and miss the end of class but it was fantastic.

    Pippa R
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Excellent course, really helped with my understanding of After Effects. Friendly trainers and great location.

    Rural Payment Agency (RPA)
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The venue was immaculate and the tutoring was very comfortable and informative! We really enjoyed it and can't wait to start using what we learned.

    William Bowerman
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

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

    Ogilvy
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Thank you for the course. I personally found it very useful.

    Highlight
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Great, informative training. Presented clearly and with plenty of discussion.

    Racecourse Media Group
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Lee made it really easy to follow his instructions, going at a good pace for me to keep up and was able to answer any questions. I feel much more confident after completing the two days. Thanks!

    August 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
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Really helped me get to grips with After Effects. Covered lots over the two days, with one to one help when needed :)

    Ella M
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    All was great, learned lots of new things. Perfect.

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Fantastic training, the explanations were really clear and the pacing was perfect, I feel like I've learnt so much. Our tutor was great, patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Fantastic training, the explanations were really clear and the pacing was perfect, I feel like I've learnt so much. My trainer was great, patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

    Rural Payment Agency (RPA)
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Really informative, a great course for beginners to After Effects.

    Galderma UK Ltd
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Patient and clear instructor. Excellent course syllalbus. I gained a LOT of new knowledge.

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Course was great and my trainer was fantastic - I will be in touch with questions I am sure as I get into AE!

    UK Parliament
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The course is really very good. The instructor is very patient to teach and the method is easy to follow. Good quality of approach to each topic. Thank you so much! I absolutely recommend.

    Fact Not Fiction Films
    August 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
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    A really great tutor who went through everything in great detail to make sure we knew what was going on. Really happy with how much I learnt, can't wait for the Intermediate After Effects session.

    Ogilvy
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    The staff were so welcoming and made the experience really great, helping us get settled in and taken care of. Our trainer was really great at answering questions and guiding us through the course.

    Incisive Media
    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Very good course, easy to follow and covered a lot of important points.

    August 2025
  • After Effects Introduction

    Great tutor, well worth the money, will definitely keeping in contact. Very recommended!

    Workplace Options
    August 2025

This After Effects Introduction course includes

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Course Dates


Date Location Price (ex VAT)  
Thu 27 - Fri 28 Nov 2025 London £445
Mon 1 - Tue 2 Dec 2025 Live Online £345
Mon 8 - Tue 9 Dec 2025 London £485
Wed 17 - Thu 18 Dec 2025 Live Online £485
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Google Reviews

Really good course. Thanks to our tutor who was patient and taught at a really nice pace. Thank you.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
September 2025

Course Outline for After Effects Introduction

Introduction to the Interface

  • Creating workspaces
  • Project panel
  • Composition window
  • Timeline window
  • Work Area
  • Layer and footage window
  • Auto-save preferences

Importing footage

  • Movies (QuickTime and AVI)
  • Photoshop files
  • Handling audio
  • Illustrator integration

Animation Essentials

  • Understanding Keyframe interpolation
  • Animating Transform properties
  • Working with Motion Blur
  • Using the Graph Editor
  • Parenting
  • Pre-composing

Working with Masks and Mattes

  • Creating Masks
  • Mask properties
  • Animating a mask

Motion Tracking

  • Apply using position
  • Editing
  • Null object
  • Parenting

Text

  • Creating and modifying text
  • Animating text along a path
  • Formatting
  • Creating and editing Presets

Using Shape Layers

  • Creating and modifying
  • Shape properties
  • Groups
  • Creating Pie and Bar charts

Effects

  • Animation Presets
  • Applying
  • Animating
  • Rainfall and snowfall
  • Adjustment Layers

Keying and Rotoscoping

  • Introduction to Keylight
  • Keying footage
  • Roto brush
  • Refine Edge tool

Introduction to 3D Animation

  • Working with lights
  • Working with cameras
  • 3D views and axes
  • Animating a scene

Exporting

  • Collect files
  • The Render Queue
  • Adobe Media Encoder
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FAQs about the After Effects Introduction course

Is this After Effects Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people 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 the fundamentals of After Effects.

Should I attend the After Effects 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.

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

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

We offer ongoing support to our After Effects 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.

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

We have the smallest class sizes in the industry. On average there are 2 to 3 people on our After Effects Introduction 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 Introduction course?

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

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  • 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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