Top Chicago Animation Courses

Find the perfect Animation class for you in Chicago. We’ve found 19 courses available in-person or live online with class duration ranging from 6 hours to 126 hours and pricing ranging from $425 to $4,995.

  • Training Connection After Effects 2020 Fundamentals

    In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of Adobe After Effects. This 3-day program will teach students how to use many of Adobe After Effects’ basic features. Intended for graphic and video professionals, this course covers will prepare students to work with masks, 3D motion graphics, animating 2D text, and dynamic workflows. Taught by professionals in a face-to-face environment, students will gain skills through hands-on projects and real-time collaboration.

    In-person @ 230 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL
    • $1,395
    • 3 Days
    • Weekdays
    • Beginner
    • Free Retake
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  • Training Connection After Effects 2020 Advanced

    Novice users of Adobe After Effects can expand their skills by taking this 2-day course. This course teaches students more advanced functions, such as camera workflows, compositing techniques, particle effects, color grading, and keying techniques. Students will learn from professionals in a face-to-face environment, giving them real-time support and the opportunity to collaborate. This program is intended as a follow-up to the fundamentals course and will provide students a more advanced skill set.

    In-person @ 230 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL
    • $895
    • 2 Days
    • Weekdays
    • Intermediate
    • Free Retake
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  • Ledet Training Adobe After Effects 101 - After Effects Essentials

    This comprehensive course offers an in-depth overview of Adobe After Effects. Students will learn how to develop dynamic visual assets with professional quality motion graphics and visual effects. They will learn how to enhance video, eLearning and other types of projects, utilizing best design practices.

    In-person @ 17 North State St, Chicago, IL Also available online
    • $1,299
    • 3 Days
    • Weekdays
    • Beginner
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  • Noble Desktop Motion Graphics Certificate

    In this certificate program, participants will learn the skills needed to get started in the field of motion graphics and video editing. Students will learn how to work with two industry-standard apps: Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro. Students will also be introduced to the principles of motion graphics as well as the best practices to go from concept to completion. Attendees will learn the skills needed to start a career as a motion designer or video editor and walk away with a video demo reel or portfolio to show prospective employers or clients. The program includes a free retake and several step-by-step workbooks.

    Available live online (virtual training) from anywhere
    • $3,495
    • 102 Hours
    • Weekdays or Evenings
    • Beginner
    • Free Retake
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  • Noble Desktop After Effects Bootcamp

    In this 18-hour class, participants will learn the important fundamentals of Adobe After Effects so they can start creating incredible motion graphics and visual effects right away. Attendees will learn to animate graphics, text, and photos. Students will learn to import designs (created in Photoshop and Illustrator) into After Effects, animate those designs, work with a timeline, keyframes, basic and custom easing (including the graph editor), and export the final animation as a video or animated GIF. Students will also learn to work with null objects, hold keyframes, start working with 3D objects, use video footage to create a movie title sequence, and more. The class includes a free retake and a step-by-step workbook.

    Available live online (virtual training) from anywhere
    • $975
    • 18 Hours
    • Weekdays or Evenings
    • Beginner
    • Free Retake
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  • Noble Desktop Cinema 4D for After Effects Bootcamp

    In this Cinema 4D course, participants learn the basics of creating and animating objects in 3D. Topics covered include fundamental animation concepts, moving objects throughout a scene, creating realistic 3D models using lighting, and integration with After Effects. This class is great for graphic artists who wish to expand their skill set and gain an understanding of working in a 3D environment.

    Available live online (virtual training) from anywhere
    • $975
    • 18 Hours
    • Weekdays
    • Beginner
    • Free Retake
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  • Ledet Training Adobe After Effects 201 - After Effects Advanced

    Create video effects and motion graphics that enhance real-world projects and presentations in this three-day intermediate Adobe After Effects course. Participants who are familiar with After Effects and Photoshop basics usually do well in this course. Core concepts include 3D kinetic typography, expressions, audio linking, infographic techniques, and special effects. Specific topics include color correction, workflow management, animation and shapes, 3D capabilities, camera control, particle generation, and advanced effects.

    In-person @ 17 North State St, Chicago, IL Also available online
    • $1,299
    • 3 Days
    • Weekdays
    • Intermediate
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  • Ledet Training Maxon Cinema 4D 101 - C4D for Beginners

    Grasp the basics of Cinema 4D, so you can use it to create and manage projects, in this three-day class. Participants with some familiarity with this platform usually do well in this course. Specific topics include Cinema 4D basics, splines, generators, lighting, texturing, animation, rendering, and compositing.

    In-person @ 17 North State St, Chicago, IL Also available online
    • $1,799
    • 3 Days
    • Weekdays
    • Beginner
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  • Noble Desktop Video Editing & Motion Graphics Certificate

    Learn video editing, motion graphics (animation and video effects), and audio editing. Master Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition. Then showcase what you've learned by creating video editing and motion graphics demo reels. This course comes with one-on-one mentoring sessions where you'll receive career advice, interview prep, and resume advising from an industry expert.

    Available live online (virtual training) from anywhere
    • $4,995
    • 126 Hours
    • Weekdays or Evenings
    • Beginner
    • Free Retake
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  • Future Media Concepts Introduction to Adobe After Effects CC

    This beginner After Effects course is geared towards individuals with Photoshop experience looking to create graphics that come alive. Students will learn to create motion graphics, create basic animations, animate text, work with masks, use puppet tools, and more with After Effects.

    In-person @ 55 E. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL Also available online
    • $1,495
    • 3 Days
    • Weekdays
    • Intermediate
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