Adobe After Effects Course

Master Adobe After Effects in 30 hours

Navigate 16 modules covering motion graphics

Apply visual effects & advanced compositing

Utilise hands-on labs for professional projects

Select onsite or live virtual formats

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Overview

Our training will help you:

Navigate the fundamentals of After Effects functions and tools
Animate text, shape layers, and basic animation
Produce, manipulate, and optimise motion graphics for film, video, DVD, the web, and mobile device
Construct a layer in 3D space, 3D text animation, cameras, and lights
Finalise render settings, Adobe Media Encoder, and common DV codecs

Learning Objectives

After course completion, you will be able to:

Master the Adobe After Effects and import and organise footage within the After Effects environment

Apply advanced techniques for compositing, effects and animation

Easily use keyframes, masks, 3D space and motion tracking to achieve desired effects

Render and export videos in various formats for different platforms

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Syed Iqrar Ali Shah

Syed Iqrar Ali Shah is a highly experienced CG artist and Graphic Designer with over 27 years in the industry. Proficient in REVIT, AutoCAD, 3Ds Max, V-Ray, and Photoshop, he is renowned for his exceptional communication skills, confidence, and artistic expertise.

Mr. Shah’s problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail enable him to address complex design challenges effectively. He is also skilled in After-Effects, Illustrator, and InDesign and possesses a robust background in 2D and 3D visualization and training.

His experience in both design and instruction makes him an ideal candidate for roles that require advanced technical skills and the ability to mentor others.

Core Competencies:

3D Visualisation and Post Production
Entertainment Special Effects
Architectural Broadcast Design
Product Motion Graphics
Editing & Compositing

Professional Qualification:

Bachelor in Multimedia Sciences
Advanced Diploma in Multimedia Sciences

Learners Point Certificate

Earn a Course Completion Certificate, an official Learners Point credential that confirms that you have successfully completed a course with us.

KHDA Certificate

Earn a KHDA attested Course Certificate. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is the educational quality assurance and regulatory authority of the Government of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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Curriculum

• After Effects Workflow • Video Terminology • SMPTE Timecode • After Effects Interface

• Importing Assets • Looping Video Footage • Importing Photoshop & Illustrator Files • Converting Photoshop Text Layers • Continuous Rasterize • Interpreting Footage

• Setting up a Project • Setting up a Composition • Layers and the Timeline • Animating Layers Independently • Trimming and Moving Layers • Uninterrupted Previews • Customizing Preview Panel • Keyboard Shortcuts

• Layer Attributes/Transform Properties • Changing the Anchor Point • Creating Keyframes • Auto Orient Along Path • Keyframe Assistants • Copying and Pasting Keyframes • Spatial and Temporal Interpolation • Simultaneously Editing Keyframes • Moving Motion Paths • Retiming Animations • Introduction to Graph Editor • Motion Blur

• Parent/Child Relationships • Pre-Compose/Nesting • Duplicating Layers and Comps

• Applying Effects • Animating Effects • The Lumetri Color Effect • Wipes, Path Effects • Using Adjustment Layers • Solid Layers • Vignettes • Blending Modes

• Text Layers • Text Attributes, Source Text • Animating Text • Text on a Path • Finding and Applying Presets • Editing and Saving Custom Animation Presets • Adding Layer Styles to Text and Layers

• Creating Track Mattes • Alpha Channels

• Drawing Mask Shapes • Mask Properties • Animating Masks

• Understanding the Keying Workflow • Using Keylight Effect

• Tracking Moving Footage • Track Transform, Perspective Corner Pin • Motion Stabilization

• Changing Playback Speed • Reverse Speed • Time Remapping • Frame Blending/Pixel Motion Blur

• Puppet Pin Tool • Overlap and Starch Tool

• Drawing and Animating Shapes • Adding Animators to Shapes

• Creating a Layer in 3D Space • 3D Text Animation • Introduction to Cameras and Lights

• Adding your Project to the Render Queue • Using Adobe Media Encoder to Output .Mp4 Files for Web • Render Settings for Multiple Outputs • Understanding Video Formats • TV Broadcast and Web Standards • Pixel Aspect Ratios • Common DV Codecs

Frequently asked questions

The Adobe After Effects Course focuses on building core skills required for motion graphics, visual effects, compositing, and animated content creation using Adobe After Effects.
This instructor-led training program emphasises practical learning, enabling learners to understand animation workflows, apply effects effectively, and work on real-world style projects.

Yes, beginners can enrol in the Adobe After Effects Course without any prior design or video editing experience.
The training typically begins with the basics, including the interface, essential tools, and foundational animation concepts, before progressing to more advanced techniques. This step-by-step approach ensures that learners can build confidence while developing technical skills.

Yes, upon successful completion of the training, learners receive a course completion certificate.
This certification provides formal recognition of the skills acquired and can support professional development, portfolio building, and career progression.

To participate in the course, learners need access to Adobe After Effects and a system capable of running it efficiently.
It is recommended to verify that your device meets the latest system requirements, including processor performance, memory, graphics capability, storage, and operating system compatibility. As per Adobe guidelines, 16 GB of RAM is typically the minimum for HD workflows, with higher specifications advised for more demanding projects.

This training equips learners with essential, job-ready skills in motion design and video production, including:

Creating motion graphics and animated titles
Applying visual effects and compositing techniques
Working with layers, timing, and animation controls
Producing polished outputs for web, video, and digital platforms
Contributing effectively to project-based creative workflows

These skills reflect industry expectations for professionals working with motion graphics and visual storytelling.

Completing an Adobe After Effects Course can open up a range of career paths in the creative and media industries, such as:

Motion Graphics Designer
Video Editor
Visual Effects Artist
Multimedia Designer
Content Creator
Post-production Professional

These roles are aligned with how Adobe positions After Effects as a tool used across film, television, digital media, and online content production.

Adobe Premiere Pro is primarily used for editing and arranging video footage, whereas Adobe After Effects is designed for motion graphics, animation, visual effects, and compositing.
In many professional workflows, both tools are used together. Premiere Pro is used for editing and sequencing, and After Effects is used for enhancing visuals with animation and effects.

Yes, Learners Point offers corporate training solutions that can be tailored to organizational needs.
These programs are typically designed with customised content, hands-on delivery, and alignment with business objectives, making them suitable for teams looking to enhance their in-house capabilities in video production, branded content, and digital communication.