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Enhance your Cinema 4D skills with professional techniques. Optimise 3D modelling, refine animations and enhance visual effects for professional proficiency.

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

What you will learn

  • Exploring polygonal modelling techniques to enhance design skills.
  • How to apply intermediate tools to improve your product design and build client trust.
  • Understanding how to create realistic objects with advanced modelling functions, helping you engage more clients.
  • How to add simulations and realistic textures.
  • Exploring 3D workflows.
  • How to create custom renders for client satisfaction.
  • Understanding techniques to ensure you follow the best working methods.

We can tailor this course to you

If you have specific requirements, talk to us about customising this course to meet your exact needs.

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    Bond Pearce
    May 2026
  • Everyone really enjoyed the session. Our trainer was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. He adapted the session to fit what we wanted from the day. Couldn't have asked for a better day of learning!

    RightMove
    May 2026
  • Was really helpful for beginners! Worked with Lee on Motion Graphics basic course, feel I learnt a lot more than I expected in 2 days. Would absolutely recommend.

    BMB Agency
    May 2026
  • We found the course very useful and wished that we had more time. I was really impressed by our trainer's expertise in software that's being updated very frequently.

    Baillie Gifford
    May 2026
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    The Economist Group
    May 2026
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    Mondrian Investment Partners Limited
    May 2026
  • Very much enjoyed the introductory course. It was very in-depth, with no stone left unturned. Our trainer is clearly passionate about what he does, which made the course that much more enjoyable.

    Wren Kitchens
    May 2026
  • It was great to have our trainer back! We definitely got a lot from the course over the two days. Thanks again. We will be in touch for further support and training. (Those links will come in handy)!

    Ocado Retail
    February 2026
  • Very in depth training, extremely useful tips! Can't wait to put them into practice! Thank you so much!

    Charlotte E
    March 2026
  • Thanks again for the session last week. I've received more glowing feedback about how inspired and engaged the team felt.

    Molson Coors
    May 2026
  • Fantastic course with so much detail and an excellent teacher. I found everything really easy to follow and lots of room to try everything out when needed.

    Wren Kitchens
    March 2026
  • One of the better training sessions I've had in years. I highly recommend anyone who wants to learn more about Figma, but also any other Adobe Creative Cloud application, to take courses here.

    Adobe
    May 2026
  • Very interesting course. The group size of four was very good. The tutor, Lee, was not only knowledgeable but also a great teacher.

    Viaplay Group
    May 2026
  • The trainer was great!

    Microbiology Society
    May 2026
  • I am thrilled with all the new knowledge, which I hope to be able to put into practice tomorrow before I forget! If it all goes well I would be interested in further training in the future.

    Kate A
    May 2026
  • Our trainer was very approachable and knowledgeable.

    Bond Pearce
    May 2026
  • Everyone really enjoyed the session. Our trainer was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. He adapted the session to fit what we wanted from the day. Couldn't have asked for a better day of learning!

    RightMove
    May 2026
  • Was really helpful for beginners! Worked with Lee on Motion Graphics basic course, feel I learnt a lot more than I expected in 2 days. Would absolutely recommend.

    BMB Agency
    May 2026
  • We found the course very useful and wished that we had more time. I was really impressed by our trainer's expertise in software that's being updated very frequently.

    Baillie Gifford
    May 2026
  • Amazing industry knowledge.

    The Economist Group
    May 2026
  • We attended the FileMaker course with Nick. He was very through and patient with our questions or when we couldn't make something work properly. Really looking forward to redesigning our database.

    Mondrian Investment Partners Limited
    May 2026
  • Very much enjoyed the introductory course. It was very in-depth, with no stone left unturned. Our trainer is clearly passionate about what he does, which made the course that much more enjoyable.

    Wren Kitchens
    May 2026
  • It was great to have our trainer back! We definitely got a lot from the course over the two days. Thanks again. We will be in touch for further support and training. (Those links will come in handy)!

    Ocado Retail
    February 2026
  • Very in depth training, extremely useful tips! Can't wait to put them into practice! Thank you so much!

    Charlotte E
    March 2026
  • Thanks again for the session last week. I've received more glowing feedback about how inspired and engaged the team felt.

    Molson Coors
    May 2026
  • Fantastic course with so much detail and an excellent teacher. I found everything really easy to follow and lots of room to try everything out when needed.

    Wren Kitchens
    March 2026
  • One of the better training sessions I've had in years. I highly recommend anyone who wants to learn more about Figma, but also any other Adobe Creative Cloud application, to take courses here.

    Adobe
    May 2026
  • Very interesting course. The group size of four was very good. The tutor, Lee, was not only knowledgeable but also a great teacher.

    Viaplay Group
    May 2026
  • The trainer was great!

    Microbiology Society
    May 2026
  • I am thrilled with all the new knowledge, which I hope to be able to put into practice tomorrow before I forget! If it all goes well I would be interested in further training in the future.

    Kate A
    May 2026

This Cinema 4D Intermediate course includes

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  • bullet point icon Lifetime support after your course
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  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
  • bullet point icon Refreshments all day
  • bullet point icon Latest Mac or PC ready to go
  • bullet point icon Authorised Trainers
  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

Course Dates


Date Location Price (ex VAT)  
Thu 30 - Fri 31 Jul 2026 Live Online £645
Wed 5 - Thu 6 Aug 2026 London £645
Thu 3 - Fri 4 Sep 2026 Live Online £645
Thu 1 - Fri 2 Oct 2026 London £645
Wed 4 - Thu 5 Nov 2026 Live Online £695
Thu 3 - Fri 4 Dec 2026 London £695

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Course Outline for Cinema 4D Intermediate

Workflow and interface

  • New features
  • Customisation
  • Cascading and other shortcuts

Modelling

  • Deformers and other generators
  • Splines, extrudes, lofts, lathes and sweeps
  • Advanced use of polygon modelling tools
  • N-Gons
  • The knife, brush and magnet tools
  • HyperNURBs

Animation

  • Creating keyframes
  • Advanced use of the timeline: working with layers and organising your animation
  • Using the F-Curves view

Material editor

  • Advanced use of the material editor
  • Using the filter and layer shaders
  • BodyPaint 3D

Lighting

  • Advanced use of lighting parameters
  • Lens flare effects
  • The HeadUpDisplay
  • Rendering
  • Advanced rendering
  • Antialiasing for different media
  • Net Render
  • XPresso
  • Working with the Xpresso interface
  • Saving and sharing relationships
  • Linking variables to sliders and creating driven-key animation
  • File formats
  • Importing files into Cinema 4D
  • Exporting files from Cinema 4D
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FAQs about the Cinema 4D Intermediate course

Is this Cinema 4D Intermediate course suitable for me?

This course is designed for animation professionals who have experience in Cinema 4D or have already attended one of our Cinema 4D training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of Cinema 4D. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the Cinema 4D Intermediate course?

Our Cinema 4D Intermediate course is extremely interactive. You will be using Cinema 4D throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

Should I attend the Cinema 4D 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.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Cinema 4D Intermediate course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Cinema 4D Intermediate course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Cinema 4D Intermediate course?

For private classes in Cinema 4D Intermediate, 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.

What support is available after I attend the Cinema 4D Intermediate course?

We offer ongoing support to our Cinema 4D 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.

Cinema 4D 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.

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