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Master 3D rendering with Keyshot. Learn from experts to visualise product designs and animations and enhance your professional creative skills.

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

What you will learn

  • Exploring the KeyShot interface and rendering tools, enabling you to create photorealistic renderings and animations with ease.
  • How to import 3D models, assign materials and adjust lighting, empowering you to bring your designs to life with stunning visuals.
  • Understanding KeyShot's real-time rendering engine, helping you create quick and accurate previews of your scenes.
  • How to use animation tools to create dynamic product presentations, enabling you to showcase your designs from all angles.
  • Exploring advanced rendering techniques, helping you optimise image quality and realism.
  • How to use KeyShot's asset library and customisation options, empowering you to add details and realism to your renderings.
  • Understanding best practices for presenting your designs to clients and stakeholders, helping you communicate your vision effectively.

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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    February 2026
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    Betable
    March 2026
  • Course was great and I found my trainer Lee fantastic - I will be in touch with questions I am sure as I get into AE!

    UK Parliament
    January 2026
  • Brilliant course, very well taught!

    Shannon S
    February 2026
  • We all really enjoyed the two days training. Please thank our trainer as we all had a great time. We spent yesterday trying to get our heads around the Auto-Layout - I think we are getting there!

    LTE Group
    March 2026
  • Really enjoyable, knowledgeable tutor.

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

    Molson Coors
    February 2026
  • I had an excellent training day with Anthony learning about Adobe Illustrator. He was great at adjusting the pace to my needs and we covered a lot of ground. I would recommend Transmedia to anyone.

    Paul S
    March 2026
  • Thank you for the course. I personally found it very useful.

    Highlight
    March 2026
  • Just wanted to thank you for organising our training - our trainer was really brilliant and helpful and the team will find the training really beneficial. Please pass on a massive thanks to everyone!

    The Event Umbrella
    February 2026
  • I cannot recall meeting a trainer with the combination of teaching skill and subject knowledge that you showed this week. The time I spent learning FileMaker properly was so worth the money and time!

    Trinitas Consulting
    January 2026
  • A very reputable and dependable training provider. I would definitely recommend the Figma course run by Transmedia to anyone. I wish Transmedia all the very best in their academic programmes.

    Carbonplace
    January 2026
  • Excellent course, really helped with my understanding of After Effects. Friendly trainers and great location.

    Rural Payment Agency (RPA)
    March 2026
  • Really helpful day - covered all the areas that I'll need to create and edit simple, effective graphics for our social media channels. Excited now to apply what I've learned. Thank you!

    European Space Agency
    February 2026
  • Brilliant. I am registered as partially-sighted and hate doing training as I often get left behind. Transmedia couldn't have been more caring and patient. The pace was just right. Highly recommended.

    National Audit Office
    January 2026
  • If you're thinking about doing any of the courses that Transmedia offer, I couldn't recommend these guys enough. My trainer's knowledge on design, UI+UX and Figma was nothing short of amazing. Superb!

    Betable
    March 2026
  • Course was great and I found my trainer Lee fantastic - I will be in touch with questions I am sure as I get into AE!

    UK Parliament
    January 2026
  • Brilliant course, very well taught!

    Shannon S
    February 2026
  • We all really enjoyed the two days training. Please thank our trainer as we all had a great time. We spent yesterday trying to get our heads around the Auto-Layout - I think we are getting there!

    LTE Group
    March 2026
  • Really enjoyable, knowledgeable tutor.

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

    Molson Coors
    February 2026

This Keyshot Introduction course includes

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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
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  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

Book this course

We offer Keyshot Introduction as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for Keyshot Introduction

Introduction and overview

  • Keyshot interface and main operations
  • Navigating the workspace
  • Templates and render modes (CPU-GPU)
  • Scene tree and editing objects
  • Cameras, lights and environments

Working with Materials

  • Using Keyshot libraries
  • Creating custom materials
  • Working with labels
  • Working with multi-materials
  • Using the node editor for advanced material creation
  • The properties panel and the node editor

Working with Lights

  • Types of lights: point, area, IES and physical lights
  • HDRI settings and environment settings
  • Working with the Lights Manager
  • Adjusting lighting for realistic renders

Advanced Settings and Techniques

  • Advanced object manipulation techniques
  • Geometry tricks
  • Using model sets for different configurations
  • Using studios for scene variations and client presentations

Final Rendering and Post Production

  • Setting up final renders: resolution, quality and formats
  • Exporting options and settings for different purposes
  • Preparing renders for client review
  • Advanced camera parameters

Further work with images

  • Enhancing images using post-production techniques
  • Colour correction, compositing and adding effects
  • Adding details, fixing and improving the render

Video and interactive media

  • Best methods for producing high quality animations
  • Creating VR content using Keyshot XR
  • Integrating Keyshot renders with web applications and interactive presentations
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FAQs about the Keyshot Introduction course

Is this Keyshot Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to Keyshot or have been using Keyshot for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Keyshot. 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 Keyshot Introduction course?

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

How is the content taught throughout the Keyshot Introduction course?

Our Keyshot Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using Keyshot 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 Keyshot Introduction course?

For private classes in Keyshot 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 Keyshot 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 Keyshot Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our Keyshot 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.

Keyshot Introduction — 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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