Animation Classes Los Angeles, CA

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 this comprehensive 5-day After Effects course, students will learn beginner to advanced techniques in Adobe After Effects, including video blending, advanced text effects, keying effects, track mattes, as well as motion and mask tracking. You will then go on to learn the techniques of nesting and precomposing. More advanced techniques will be covered, such as footage keying in Mocha AE will be covered, as well as editing masks, time effects, and basic expression tools. Other topics included will be Kinetic Typography, Motion Graphics, Motion Tracking, Cinemagraphs, and Planar Tracking. Students will receive an Adobe Nationally Recognized Course Certificate upon completion.

This 3-day introductory course will introduce students to the fundamentals of Adobe After Effects, including working with Photoshop and Illustrator as well as other file types. Students will then progress to learning more comprehensive subjects, from motion tracking to precomping, nesting, and video blending. Advanced text effects, as well as keying and track mattes, will be covered as well. General subjects covered will involve learning Kinetic Typography, Motion Graphics, Motion Tracking, and Cinemagraphs, allowing students to grasp the fundamentals of design and animation necessary for After Effects work.

In this 2-day intermediate After Effects course, students will learn the fundamentals of expression tools, time effects, particle effects, and energy effects. Students will also learn advanced mask tracking within After Effects and Mocha AE as well as video compositing. Lumetri Color will be covered. Lastly, an optional course on 3D techniques within After Effects and Cinema 4D Lite will be offered. An Adobe Nationally Recognized Course Certificate will be given to those who complete the course.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 this 6-hour class, participants will get started with the basics of Adobe After Effects for creating animations and motion graphics. Attendees will learn to animate graphics and text. Students will import designs (created in Photoshop and Illustrator) into After Effects, animate them, work with a timeline, keyframes, basic easing, and discover how to export the final animation as a video or animated GIF, plus much more. The class includes a free retake and a step-by-step workbook.

This 11-week motion graphics course helps students almost literally bring their art to life, through a combination of sophisticated 3D animation and cutting-edge visual effects. The training students receive in motion design concepts and storytelling techniques has many applications, such as appealing infographic designs and film necessities like camera angle, sound, and lighting. Students learn how to design independently and with a group. This course uses a foundation of basic Illustrator and Photoshop knowledge to develop advanced skills like color modes, bit depths, frame and pixel aspect ratios, common resolutions, complex motion paths and masks, graphic and video file formats, and frame rates.

Take your motion graphic skills to the next level with this 10-week intermediate course. Create stunning graphic designs which carve out your niche in the marketplace, with the help of tools like Cinema 4D and After Effects that add advanced motion to your already attractive graphics. Business owners, salespeople, marketing professionals, and people with a passion for creating digital art all benefit from this course.

Match the content top studios produce with the skills you acquire in this advanced motion design course. Artistic and business professionals learn how to transfer the designs they see in their minds onto a virtual or physical canvas. Using cornerstones such as advanced After Effects and Cinema 4D Lite, students learn to fuse traditional animation, graphic design, and cinematic storytelling techniques. These creations are infused with the latest designing trends. Students gain hands-on experience in this class, so they are ready to hit the ground running.

This is a 3-day course that gives students foundational skills in Adobe After Effects. Students will learn how to animate text and images, create motion graphics, and develop 3D content. Students will also have an opportunity to practice working with masks, adding lens flares, using puppet tools, and employing advanced editing techniques.

In this 2-day introduction to After Effects, students will start leverage After Effects to create visual and audio effects. Students will begin working in the tool and producing projects in After Effects. This course will cover layers, keyframes, text, effect, 3D capabilities, and more with hands-on learning. This program can be taken online, in-person, or through private lessons.

In this 2-day advanced After Effects course, students will gain access to more advanced skills for creating dynamic multimedia content and motion graphics. This course builds on the introductory After Effects course by providing you with additional skills, tips, and tricks to improve your efficiency and creativity with the tool. This program can be taken online, in-person, or through private lessons.

This immersive After Effects program offers extensive training for individuals looking to create motion graphics. This course is open to beginners and covers beginner through advanced topics in After Effects. Students will get comfortable in the tool and start working on projects with layers, keyframes, text, effects, and more. This program can be taken online, in-person, or through private lessons.

In this introductory After Effects course, participants will learn basic skills through intermediate over the span of two days. Students will come away with an understanding of how to create a project and import footage. Starting with using effects and presets, they will continue on to animating text and working with shape layers. Students will learn how to animate their own scenes, working with lighting, mattes, puppet tools, and more. For those seeking to learn the fundamentals and some higher-level techniques, this class will cover both.

This animation masterclass in Los Angeles teaches participants how to bring their ideas to life. The course covers essential animation fundamentals such as character design, set design, layout, motion, effects, and coloring, as well as specialized topics such as 3D modeling and texturing. Participants will be able to use professional software and an array of special tools to create stunning animation.