# After Effects Bootcamp

Canonical URL: <https://www.creativelive.com/classes/after-effects>

## Overview

This course walks you through the fundamentals of Adobe After Effects, building the skills you need to produce compelling animated motion graphics. You will get hands-on with animating transformation properties like position and scale, dive into text and shape animations, and explore transparency effects including blending modes and opacity animations. You will also pick up core video concepts and learn how to apply and animate effects to achieve polished, professional results.

Working through real-world projects and step-by-step exercises guided by an experienced motion graphics instructor, you will develop the practical know-how to use After Effects with confidence. By the time you finish, you will have a strong foundation that sets you up to tackle animations, titles, and much more. Whether you are just starting out or looking to sharpen what you already know, this course puts you on the path to success in motion graphics animation.

## What you'll learn

- Learn how to animate photos, text, and graphics
- Use timeless animation principles to create interesting and dynamic animations
- Understand the After Effects workflow
- Master position, scale, rotation, and opacity effects
- Utilize masks and track mattes to enhance videos with special effects
- Integrate files seamlessly by importing and animating Photoshop, Illustrator, and audio files
- Export professional videos using essential properties and expressions for high-quality output

## Curriculum

#### Introduction to After Effects

- Functionality and Uses of After Effects
- Video Basics (Dimensions, Framerate, Timecode, Etc.)

#### After Effects Workflow

- Importing Files
- Creating & Working with Compositions

#### Animating Transform Properties

- Position, Scale, Rotation, Etc.

#### Working with Opacity Effects

- Opacity, Transparency, & Blending Modes

#### Working with Images, Video, & Audio Files

- Looping & Animation

#### Working with Animating Effects

- Different Effects

#### Working with Masks & Track Mattes

- Understanding Masks
- Using Track Mattes

#### Understanding the Timeline

- Timing & Sequencing
- Working with Layer In & Out Points

#### Creating & Animating Text Layers

- Text Formatting
- Working with Text Animators

#### Working with Photoshop & Illustrator Files

- Importing & Using Files

#### Introduction to Expressions

- Using the LoopOut() Expression

#### Working with Essential Properties

- Using Essential Properties

#### Exporting Video Files

- Exporting from After Effects

## Schedule
- Jul 13, 2026 – Jul 15, 2026 — Live Online
- Jul 28, 2026 – Aug 13, 2026 — Live Online
- Aug 24, 2026 – Aug 26, 2026 — Live Online
- Sep 14, 2026 – Sep 16, 2026 — Live Online
- Nov 9, 2026 – Nov 11, 2026 — Live Online
- Dec 21, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026 — Live Online

## FAQ

### Do I need to bring anything to the class?

No. We provide computers (Mac or PC) with After Effects installed. Choose your operating system at checkout.

### What computer do I need to run After Effects?

After Effects will run on either Mac or PC.

Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for [After Effects](https://helpx.adobe.com/after-effects/system-requirements.html)

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $975

Payment options: GI Bill accepted.