Motion Graphics Classes Milwaukee, WI

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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 the fundamentals of motion graphics in this two-day Adobe Photoshop introductory course. Master the skills necessary for short videos without committing to more complex platforms. Specific course topics include slideshows, adding video and audio, prebuilt animations, kinetic text, manipulating objects, warping text, scaling, transforming, zooming, adjusting styles, keyframing, adding transitions, charts, and graphs, preparing data, adjusting mood and color, visualizing, exporting, and rebuilding data, creating infographics, special effects, character animation, 3D layersing, and Photoshop filtering.

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.

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

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

Become proficient with Adobe After Effects in this three-day introductory course. Participants learn how to leverage motion graphics and add animated digital content to their sites. Specific course topics include sliding, scaling, keyframing, easing, captioning, masking, fading, and rotating, using text animations, transforming elements, adding effects and filters, path animating, editing with green screens, and publishing content.

Expand your Adobe After Effects proficiency in this three-day, intermediate-level course. Through a combination of live instruction, class discussion, and hands-on learning, participants explore topics like advanced animation easing, rotoscoping, using kinetic text and particle effects, morphing elements, using preset techniques and advanced filters, advanced tracking mattes, adding audio to keyframes, and scripting animations.

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.

Learn the ins and outs of Adobe Video Professional in this five-day beginner bootcamp. Curriculum covers two of Adobe’s flagship products: After Effects and Premiere. Using industry-standard tools and techniques, students use the platforms to create motion graphics and develop video post-production skills. Specific Premiere topics include project setup, title creation, editing techniques, multicam edits, storyboarding, and color correction. Specific After Effects topics include workflow management, dynamic text, color correction, motion techniques, and video tracking.

Master the Adobe suite of After Effects, Premiere, and Audition in this intensive ten-day bootcamp. With Premiere’s video editing ability, After Effects’ graphics capability, and Audition’s (formerly Cool Edit Pro) mixing abilities, participants acquire the skills and knowledge they need to create stunning video using multiple print or digital canvases. Specific course topics include formatting a script, collaborating with others in a virtual environment, editing moving and still images, creating motion graphics, audio mixes, mobile-friendly websites, and color grading presets, and using other Adobe platforms, such as Media Encoder, Flash, SpeedGrade, and Photoshop.

In this two-day basic overview of Adobe Premiere, participants learn to use editing tips and tools that bring visual media to life. Instructors review best video editing practices as well as some pitfalls to avoid. Specific topics include workflow management, broadcast productions, and video integration.

Take your Adobe Premiere skills to the next level in this two-day intermediate course. The curriculum focuses on tools like Media Encoder, Ultra, Photoshop, Warp Stabilizer, and Dynamic Link with After Effects while working with HD and cinematic formats. This instructor-led course also examines slip and slide edits, color optimization, and import options.

Get to know Adobe Premiere in this five-day beginner bootcamp. This video editing platform gives visual presentations an extra dimension. Participants in this bootcamp learn everything from square one basic Premiere principles to advanced concepts that editing professionals rely on. The curriculum features a combination of instructor-led learning, interactive class discussions, and individual and group projects. In addition to marketable skills, participants acquire the confidence they need to use these skills effectively.

This introductory Premiere Pro class will start participants off by learning the interface, then continuing on to importing and organizing media. Topics covered will include video editing concepts, working with clips and transitions, and adding video effects. Students will gain an understanding of how to export their projects as well.