Learn video editing, motion graphics, and special effects, by mastering Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. Then showcase what you've learned by creating a motion graphics demo reel.

Learn Video Editing

Edit music, voiceover and dialogue, timing out video clips and adjusting their placement, speed, and color.

Animate Motion Graphics

Add animation to layered Photoshop and Illustrator files, photos and videos.

Learn Visual Effects

Conquer greenscreen removal, background replacement, rotoscoping and cell-phone screen replacement.

Develop Your Portfolio

Create a video demo reel or portfolio, that showcases your new skills for prospective clients.

Edit video and audio in Premiere Pro
Create audio and video transitions
Combine graphic elements with photos and videos
Simple and elegant title sequences using layered Photoshop documents, in Premiere Pro
Motion graphics concepts, workflows, and best practices
Animate layered files from Photoshop and Illustrator, using After Effects
Create unique animated videos to expand your portfolio

Learn with Hands-on Projects

Learn practical skills by working on real projects with instructor guidance and lectures to strengthen and improve your skill.

Courses in the Certificate Program

This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order. See the FAQ for more details.

Unit 1
18 Hours

Premiere Pro Bootcamp
- Learn to cut and edit video & audio
- Learn key video terminology
- Create videos using multicam editing, color correction, and speeding up footage
Unit 2
18 Hours

Adobe After Effects Level 1
- Learn to animate graphics, text, and photos
- Create dynamic transitions and sync to music
- Animate and edit real-world graphics
Unit 3
18 Hours

Adobe After Effects Level 2
- Master text animations and create transitions between multiple layouts
- Integrate graphic elements with audio, video and photo elements
- Learn to master the motion graphics workflow
Unit 4
18 Hours

Motion Graphics Portfolio Development
- Take your current software and design skills to the next level
- Learn the principles of motion graphics and the best practices to create unique motion graphics from concept to completion
- Create portfolio-worthy projects to show potential clients

Schedule & Enrollment

$3900 $2995
72 Hours
594 Broadway, NYC
Computer Provided

Discounts
Discounts
- Certificate Discount: This program is a discounted package of classes that is 15–25% off the individual class prices. Other discounts do not apply.
Discounts are applied at checkout (no promo code required) and will be verified after you place your order. Discounts are subject to change. Read our discount policies for more details.

Payment Plans

This program is eligible for our payment plan. Select “payment plan” at checkout to enroll. A valid credit card must be on file for the duration of the program.
- At checkout, you will only be charged a $250 non-refundable deposit which will be credited towards the last class in the program.
- One week before the start date of each class in the program, you will be charged for that upcoming class.
- You may be charged immediately for the first class if you sign up less than one week before the start date.
- The total payments (including the $250 deposit) will equal the price of the program. There is no interest or additional fees.
- Read our Payment Plan FAQ for more details.
• Policies

Feb 3–Mar 20 Weekdays

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Feb 3–5	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Premiere Pro Bootcamp
Feb 10–12	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Adobe After Effects Level 1
Feb 24–26	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Adobe After Effects Level 2
Feb 28–Mar 20	Friday	10am–3:30pm	Motion Graphics Portfolio Development

Feb 24–May 20 Weeknights

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Feb 24–Mar 11	Mon & Wed	6–9pm	Premiere Pro Bootcamp
Mar 16–Apr 1	Mon & Wed	6–9pm	Adobe After Effects Level 1
Apr 13–29	Mon & Wed	6–9pm	Adobe After Effects Level 2
May 4–20	Mon & Wed	6–9pm	Motion Graphics Portfolio Development

May 4–Jun 19 Weekdays

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May 4–6	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Premiere Pro Bootcamp
May 11–13	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Adobe After Effects Level 1
May 18–20	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Adobe After Effects Level 2
May 29–Jun 19	Friday	10am–3:30pm	Motion Graphics Portfolio Development

Jul 27–Sep 4 Weekdays

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Jul 27–29	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Premiere Pro Bootcamp
Aug 3–5	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Adobe After Effects Level 1
Aug 10–12	Mon–Wed	10am–5pm	Adobe After Effects Level 2
Aug 14–Sep 4	Friday	10am–3:30pm	Motion Graphics Portfolio Development

These dates don’t work for you?

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this course prepare me for the job market?

The Bootcamp courses in Premiere Pro and After Effects teach software skills, and how to use these apps to create motion graphics based on designs provided for you. The Motion Graphics Portfolio Development course allows you to take what you’ve learned about After Effects and Premiere and create motion graphics based on your own designs. In the Portfolio course, you will create unique works to showcase in a video demo reel or website.
Are there prerequisites for this certificate program?
- Basic working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator is required.
- Basic knowledge of video timeline editing and basic design skills are helpful, but not required.
Is there mandatory work outside of the classroom?
- Students are required to complete class projects outside of class hours for the Motion Graphics Portfolio Development class.
- Students are not required to complete any work outside of class for the Premiere Pro and After Effects Bootcamps.
- Additionally, students are encouraged to practice the skills learned in class and develop a portfolio of work.
How many students are in a class?

Noble’s typical class ranges from 8–12 students, but we accept up to 20 students.
How does the custom schedule work & what is the recommended class order?
We have scheduled the certificate classes in various tracks (day, night, or weekend) for your convenience, but you can customize your schedule.

When creating a custom schedule, you’ll be able to choose between the various available dates for each class in the certificate program. So if you can’t make a particular class, you can choose a different scheduled instance that works better for you. Please keep the following in mind when scheduling:
- We highly recommend taking Premiere Pro before After Effects.
- You must take Premiere Pro and After Effects before taking the Motion Graphics Portfolio Development class (because you’ll be using those apps in the portfolio development class).
Why is Premiere Pro included in the Motion Graphics Certificate?

Students with no prior knowledge of video editing or animation leave the Premiere Bootcamp very comfortable with working in timeline-based apps, as Premiere is a video and audio editing software. This knowledge of timeline-based video editing and video terminology helps students get familiar with Adobe After Effects more quickly. Plus, for larger motion graphics pieces, Premiere is often used to assemble individual shots created in After Effects, and it’s an ideal software for editing audio (music, voiceover and sound effects) to be used in motion graphics. In addition, Premiere Pro on its own can be used to create some forms of motion graphics such as simple title sequences, social media pieces, and stop-motion videos, all of which are explored in the Premiere Pro Bootcamp.
I’m not great with either Photoshop or Illustrator but I really like motion graphics. What should I do?

That’s OK! But we do suggest that you take both the Photoshop in a Day and Illustrator in a Day courses before taking the courses in the Motion Graphics Certificate. The Photoshop and Illustrator in a Day courses are designed to get you comfortable with all the basics of both apps, in a short amount of time, and together provide a great foundation for the Motion Graphics Certificate.
What happens if I need to miss a session?
You have some options:
- If you can’t come into the classroom, but can still attend remotely (live online using a screen sharing app), please let us know ahead of time so we can get you information to attend online. This is not ideal for the Motion Graphics Portfolio Development class which have more in-person interaction, but works fine for the other classes.
- You can make up that session in a future offering of the class, provided that the class is running with an available seat.
- Except for the Motion Graphics Portfolio Development class, you can go through the workbook exercises for that session. Ask your instructor about what you’ll be missing.
Do you offer discounts or a payment plan for this course?
Discounts
- Certificate Discount: This program is a discounted package of classes that is 15–25% off the individual class prices. Other discounts do not apply.
Discounts are applied at checkout (no promo code required) and will be verified after you place your order. Discounts are subject to change. Read our discount policies for more details.

Payment Plan

This program is eligible for our payment plan. Select “payment plan” at checkout to enroll. A valid credit card must be on file for the duration of the program.
- At checkout, you will only be charged a $250 non-refundable deposit which will be credited towards the last class in the program.
- One week before the start date of each class in the program, you will be charged for that upcoming class.
- You may be charged immediately for the first class if you sign up less than one week before the start date.
- The total payments (including the $250 deposit) will equal the price of the program. There is no interest or additional fees.
- Read our Payment Plan FAQ for more details.
Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

Sorry, but this training is not available online. However, some individual courses in this certificate program may be available online. Contact us if you would like to take this program remotely.

Learn Motion Graphics & Create a Demo Reel

Motion graphics is the art of animating graphic design. Video editing is cutting together video clips and sound, to enhance the meaning of existing video, or to create new meaning. Together, they make a powerful skill-set that can take still images and illustrations to new levels of engagement for your audience.

Learn video editing with Adobe Premiere Pro and motion graphics and visual effects with Adobe After Effects. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how these programs work together and alongside Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and workflow strategies for going from concept, to design, to completely animated motion graphics. Along the way, you’ll create projects that teach you After Effects and Premiere Pro, while mastering creative techniques in both motion graphics and special effects. Then you’ll work with your instructor on independent projects to showcase these newly developed skills, in the Portfolio Development course.

“I walked into the class as a motion graphics lost soul and left with the confidence that I can now tell people, ‘I know motion graphics.’”

Seth Olenick
“The best in-person, hands-on Creative app training I've found in 20+ years in the industry. You won't be disappointed.”

Joe Zwielich

Creative Services Manager/Staff Photog, RIMS

Learned video editing in our Premiere Pro Bootcamp
“This class allows you to create the exact type of clips you see when scrolling through Instagram or diving through YouTube. The instructor, Kalika, has endless knowledge of the industry and the program. You’ll walk away from the last class with a bunch of material worthy of posting.”

Kathleen

Created a demo reel in our Motion Graphics Portfolio Development class
“Noble Desktop has been there every step of my career, helping me to continuously develop new skills to keep pace and move ahead. I don’t know where I'd be professionally were it not for Noble!”

Mat Patalano

Creative Lead, Marketing & Communications, Liquidnet

Gained valuable skills in After Effects Level 1
“After Effects Level 2 is a near perfect course. The marketing for it is on point; you touch on everything from animation to green screen removal to rotoscoping. Can’t think of another class that covers this much in such a short amount of time. Bravo Noble Desktop!”

Benjamin Nazario

Producer/Editor
“I think it’s great that they incorporate exercises during class time. It really helps you retain the lessons instead of just going through the motions during class and leaving with a manual to refer back to. This way you can hit the ground running as soon as you get back to the office.”

Victoria Potente

Marketing Communications Specialist, Federal Home Loan Bank of New York

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Motion Graphics Certificate

As demand for video continues to grow, the need for animators and video editors has increased. Skill up and learn the app professionals use: Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.

Learn Video Editing

Animate Motion Graphics

Learn Visual Effects

Develop Your Portfolio

What You’ll Learn

Learn with Hands-on Projects

Courses in the Certificate Program

Premiere Pro Bootcamp

Adobe After Effects Level 1

Adobe After Effects Level 2

Motion Graphics Portfolio Development

Schedule & Enrollment

Feb 3–Mar 20 Weekdays

Feb 24–May 20 Weeknights

May 4–Jun 19 Weekdays

Jul 27–Sep 4 Weekdays

These dates don’t work for you?

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this course prepare me for the job market?

Are there prerequisites for this certificate program?

Is there mandatory work outside of the classroom?

How many students are in a class?

How does the custom schedule work & what is the recommended class order?

Why is Premiere Pro included in the Motion Graphics Certificate?

I’m not great with either Photoshop or Illustrator but I really like motion graphics. What should I do?

What happens if I need to miss a session?

Do you offer discounts or a payment plan for this course?

Discounts

Payment Plan

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

Learn Motion Graphics & Create a Demo Reel

Learn Real-World Design & Coding Skills

29 Years of Experience

Learn Video Editing

Animate Motion Graphics

Learn Visual Effects

Develop Your Portfolio

What You’ll Learn

Learn with Hands-on Projects

Courses in the Certificate Program

Premiere Pro Bootcamp

Adobe After Effects Level 1

Adobe After Effects Level 2

Motion Graphics Portfolio Development

Schedule & Enrollment

Discounts

Payment Plans

Feb 3–Mar 20 Weekdays

Feb 24–May 20 Weeknights

May 4–Jun 19 Weekdays

Jul 27–Sep 4 Weekdays

These dates don’t work for you?

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this course prepare me for the job market?

Are there prerequisites for this certificate program?

Is there mandatory work outside of the classroom?

How many students are in a class?

How does the custom schedule work & what is the recommended class order?

Why is Premiere Pro included in the Motion Graphics Certificate?

I’m not great with either Photoshop or Illustrator but I really like motion graphics. What should I do?

What happens if I need to miss a session?

Do you offer discounts or a payment plan for this course?

Discounts

Payment Plan

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

Learn Motion Graphics & Create a Demo Reel

Learn Real-World Design & Coding Skills

29 Years of Experience

Related Classes & Certificates

Adobe After Effects Level 1

Adobe After Effects Level 2

Premiere Pro Bootcamp