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After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction

Designers! Learn After Effects to craft dynamic motion graphics. Elevate your design projects with expert techniques in video and animation.

2 days Classroom — London NW10 Live online available

Format

Live instructor-led

Hands-on, question-led sessions

Location

London NW10 or online

9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT

Audience

Beginner to advanced

Tailored trainer support during class

No public dates scheduled.

We run this course as an in-house or private group booking. Call us to arrange dates.

020 8269 4260

Invoice payment available · Prices subject to VAT

What you'll learn

Understanding After Effects fundamentals, enabling graphic designers to move confidently from static layouts into professional motion workflows.

How to build motion-ready compositions efficiently, improving timeline organisation, layout precision and everyday productivity on real design projects.

Applying keyframe animation principles, helping designers create smooth purposeful movement without over-animating brand-critical visual elements.

How to design scalable animations with shape layers, producing flexible graphics suitable for social media campaigns presentations and web content.

Understanding Illustrator and Photoshop integration, empowering faster reuse of existing design assets within motion graphics pipelines.

Applying masks mattes and text animation techniques, enabling engaging reveals transitions and typographic motion for client-ready deliverables.

How to export optimised motion graphics confidently, improving playback quality and reliability across video social and presentation platforms.

Delivery style

What to expect on the day

Sessions are structured around live demonstrations and guided practical work. Delegates can ask questions throughout, apply techniques immediately, and leave with real confidence in the tools.

Included

  • Live expert-led instruction
  • Practical exercises and workflow examples
  • Q&A and troubleshooting with trainer
  • Follow-up support guidance

Frequently asked questions

Is this After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is aimed at graphic designers who are new to After Effects or have been using After Effects for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in After Effects. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team. They will be delighted to advise you.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

How is the content taught throughout the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?

Our After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using After Effects throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?

For private classes in After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our After Effects for Graphic Designers Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Need a bespoke course or group booking?

We train teams at their offices across London and the UK. Call us or email to discuss.