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12 hours of live, project-based training from experts
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Retake for free within 1 year
Access to class recordings (30 days)
Verified digital certificate of completion
Small class sizes

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12 Hours
Full tuition: $695
NYC or Live Online
Free retake
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Software Access
Small classes

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This course includes

12 hours of live, project-based training from experts
Software Access
Retake for free within 1 year
Access to class recordings (30 days)
Verified digital certificate of completion
Small class sizes

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Hands-on training

Work on projects proven to boost retention

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Time-tested curriculum

Refined over many cohorts for an optimal learning experience

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Learn from experts

Experienced educators who are driven to help you succeed

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Attend this course in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects.

Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At Noble Desktop, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.

On Campus in NYC 185 Madison Ave, NYC

Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our 185 Madison Ave, NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.

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Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.

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Earn a Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!

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Free Retake & Class Recordings

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Free Retake

We offer a single free retake of the class within a year.

Class Recordings

You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.

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Introduction to Adobe Animate Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Get familiar with the Animate workspace, layout tools, and document settings for HTML5 Canvas projects
Bring in layered artwork from Photoshop and Illustrator, and manage reusable elements using symbols and the Library panel
Use motion tweens, easing, and timeline controls to animate objects, text, and graphics with precision
Build clickable buttons, configure ClickTags, and use built-in ActionScript tools to make banners interactive
Apply masks, gradients, and custom vector shapes to create polished, visually engaging effects
Export your final project in HTML5, GIF, or MP4 formats and follow best practices for ad publishing and performance optimization

Course Syllabus

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Session 1: Getting Started with Adobe Animate

Learning Objectives
- Navigate Animate’s interface
- Set up a document for HTML5 Canvas banners
- Use layout tools for precise design alignment
Topics
- Course introduction and outcomes overview
- Creating a new HTML5 Canvas document
- Interface tour: Stage, Timeline, Properties, Tools, Library
- Visual aids: rulers, grids, guides, snapping
- Setting Animate preferences for banner work
Potential Hands-On Exercise:
- Create a new 300x250 layout using guides and imported branding assets (logo, background, etc.)

Session 2: Importing Assets and Using Symbols

Learning Objectives
- Import and prepare artwork from Photoshop and Illustrator
- Understand and use symbols effectively
Topics
- Import formats: PSD, AI, and image files
- Importing layered artwork and maintaining editability
- Symbols overview: Graphic, Movie Clip, Button
- Symbol instances and editing
- Organizing assets with the Library
- Sharing Library assets across documents
Potential Hands-On Exercise:
- Import a layered Illustrator file and convert key elements to reusable symbols

Session 3: Creating Animation

Learning Objectives
- Use timeline-based animation tools
- Animate objects using motion tweens and easing
Topics
- Timeline fundamentals: frames, keyframes, blank keyframes
- Motion tweens, classic tweens, and shape tweens
- Adjusting motion paths and easing
- Using motion presets
- Onion skinning and animation preview tools
Potential Hands-On Exercise:
- Create a simple animation where a logo, headline, and button animate into view

Session 4: Working with Text and Interactivity

Learning Objectives
- Animate text in banners
- Use code snippets for interactivity, including ClickTags
Topics
- Static vs. dynamic text fields
- Embedding fonts and converting text to shapes
- Animating text with classic and motion tweens
- Creating and configuring Button symbols
- Using the Actions panel and built-in Code Snippets
- Creating a functioning ClickTag (external link tracking)
Potential Hands-On Exercise:
- Animate a message and set up a working CTA button with ClickTag functionality

Session 5: Masks, Drawing Tools, and Visual Effects

Learning Objectives
- Use masks and drawing tools for visual polish
- Organize content using layers and symbols
Topics
- Creating and animating mask layers
- Using guide layers for animation control
- Drawing tools: shape tools, paint bucket, stroke/brush
- Merge drawing vs. object drawing mode
- Creating and combining vector shapes
- Working with gradients and swatches
- Layer organization and best practices
Potential Hands-On Exercise:
- Design and animate a masked image reveal with layered animated text

Session 6: Exporting and Publishing Banner Ads

Learning Objectives
- Export HTML5 banners correctly
- Understand packaging and ad publishing best practices
Topics
- Export vs. Publish in Animate
- Publishing for HTML5 Canvas: output folder structure
- Export formats: HTML5, animated GIF, MP4
- Adding and testing ClickTags in the published output
- Banner ad best practices: file size limits, animation duration, fallback assets
- Browser testing and using ad spec checkers
Potential Hands-On Exercise:
- Import a layered Illustrator file and convert key elements to reusable symbols

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course open to beginners?

Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).

How does attending “live online” work?

Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
You will need your own computer and copy of any required software. If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com

What happens if I need to miss a session?

You have some options:

You can watch a recording of the session. We will provide any course materials.
If you can’t come into the classroom but can still attend remotely, we will provide you with the Zoom login information.
You can use your free retake to make up any missed class time.

What’s included with my tuition?

A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
Access to industry-standard software during your training
Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many cohorts and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
A 1-year free retake policy which allows students to retake any part of the course or program for free to refresh the materials and gain additional practice
30-day access to class recordings to review material at your own pace
A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment

Are there any additional fees or expenses?

There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

We don’t currently offer discounts as we do our best to affordably prices our courses.

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Purchase group class vouchers at a discount for our regularly-scheduled group classes in NYC, or create a custom training program at your offices.

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Schedule & Enrollment: Introduction to Adobe Animate

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Tuition

Full Tuition

This course includes

Learn the Skills Guarantee™

Hands-on training

Time-tested curriculum

Learn from experts

Retake for free

Interactive Training

On Campus in NYC 185 Madison Ave, NYC

Live Online Remote, from anywhere

Earn a Certificate of Completion

Free Retake & Class Recordings

Missed a session or need a refresher? We have you covered!

Free Retake

Class Recordings

Introduction to Adobe Animate Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Course Syllabus

Session 1: Getting Started with Adobe Animate

Session 2: Importing Assets and Using Symbols

Session 3: Creating Animation

Session 4: Working with Text and Interactivity

Session 5: Masks, Drawing Tools, and Visual Effects

Session 6: Exporting and Publishing Banner Ads

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course open to beginners?

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

How does attending “live online” work?

What happens if I need to miss a session?

What’s included with my tuition?

Are there any additional fees or expenses?

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

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