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Learn Adobe After Effects CC for Beginners

Start learning the basics of Adobe After Effects in this complete introduction guide. This class does not cover boring technical stuff, but rather practical ...
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Platform: Skillshare
Video: 3h 5m
Language: English
Next start: On Demand

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Description

Start learning the basics of Adobe After Effects in this complete introduction guide. This class does not cover boring technical stuff, but rather practical examples and real situations. By the end of the class, you’ll have a complete fundamental understanding of Adobe After Effects and will be able to create your own visual effects and motion graphics.

THE INSTRUCTOR

Did you always wanted to make your own movie special effects or motion graphics animations? Then I’ll be super exited to introduce you into the wonderful world of Adobe After Effects!

My name is Jordy Vandeput and I’ve been teaching online classes for more than 10 years. With over 2 Million subscribers on YouTube, I teach the world about filmmaking and video editing in a fun and exciting style.

In this class, you’ll be my apprentice and I’m the mad scientist! 

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

  • The User Interface and functionalities of the most important panels
  • Masking and compositing
  • Blending and working with stock visuals
  • Tracking (Mask, Motion and Camera)
  • Text and Shapes
  • Animations and motion design
  • Generated Visual Effects

FOR WHO IS THIS CLASS?

Any enthusiast who’s already familiar with basic video editing and likes to learn how Visual Effects and Motion Design works. You don’t need any pre-knowledge of Adobe After Effects as this class begins from the start!

You will learn

PROJECT FILES

You can download all the project files and footage from this Google Drive link.

YOUR PROJECT

 Create a short video that contains at least 3 of the following techniques learned from the class:

  • Set Extension (combine different stock clips together to create a new scene)
  • Pull a green key and place something behind yourself
  • Motion Track an object and set it on fire
  • Place a text into the environment (3D Camera Tracking)
  • Create a logo and text animation
  • Use expressions to create an advanced motion or visual

You can use the clips provided from the class or film something yourself. Publish your video here on Skillshare and I’d be happy to provide any feedback. Good luck apprentice!

Requirements

There is no prerequisite, anyone can begin this course.. This course is also great for beginners without any Visual Effects knowledge.

This course is for

This course is suitable for beginners.
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Platform: Skillshare
Video: 3h 5m
Language: English
Next start: On Demand

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