Motion Graphics Classes Chicago, IL

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 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.

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, using best design practices.

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, work with basic 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.

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. Key concepts include 3D kinetic typography, expressions, audio linking, infographic techniques, and special effects. Specific topics include color correction, workflow management, animation, shapes, 3D capabilities, camera control, particle effects, and advanced effects.

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This After Effects course will teach beginners the basics of the interface, applying effects, and working with the Composition panel and Timeline. Rotoscoping will be covered, and students will learn some higher-level techniques such as Chroma Keying and multipoint tracking.

Learn advanced techniques in this intermediate-level After Effects course, ranging from parent animations to 3D Camera Tracker Effects. With a focus on practical application, instructors will cover keyframing, video masks, and text animation. Students will conclude by learning the ins and outs of exporting projects through Adobe Media Encoder.

Grasp the basics of Cinema 4D so you can use it to create and manage projects in this three-day class. Participants who have 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.