Adobe
After Effects Intermediate
Build compositing workflows, animation presets and dynamic text effects. 2-day intermediate course for motion designers who know the basics.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
Intermediate level
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Upcoming dates
Thu 24 – Fri 25 September 2026
Classroom
£585
Thu 24 – Fri 25 September 2026
Live Online
£585
Thu 15 – Fri 16 October 2026
Live Online
£585
Tue 20 – Wed 21 October 2026
Classroom
£585
Tue 20 – Wed 21 October 2026
Live Online
£585
Thu 22 – Fri 23 October 2026
Classroom
£585
Wed 25 – Thu 26 November 2026
Live Online
£585
Thu 26 – Fri 27 November 2026
Classroom
£585
Mon 21 – Tue 22 December 2026
Live Online
£585
Wed 23 – Thu 24 December 2026
Classroom
£585
Wed 30 – Thu 31 December 2026
Classroom
£585
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Who this course is for
This course is for motion designers, video editors and content creators who are comfortable with After Effects basics and want to develop stronger animation and compositing skills. It's ideal if you're working on branded motion graphics, titles or visual effects projects and need more efficient workflows and professional-quality results.
Prerequisites
You should be comfortable with the fundamentals of After Effects, or have attended our After Effects Introduction course.
What you'll learn
Understanding how to customise preferences and optimise project settings, enabling you to work more efficiently on complex animations.
How to refine your animation skills by mastering velocity, influence and speed graphs for perfectly timed and polished results.
Applying advanced compositing techniques such as variable mask feathering, keying tools and the Roto Brush for seamless visual effects.
Exploring motion tracking and image stabilisation using Mocha AE and Warp Stabiliser VFX to enhance footage with precision.
How to create time-based effects like slow motion, time stretching and animating footage to audio for dynamic storytelling.
Developing basic expressions and scripting skills to link properties, randomise elements and automate repetitive animation tasks.
Mastering intermediate 3D animation techniques, including stereo camera rigs, independent keyframing and creative tricks with lights and cameras.
Advanced techniques to deliver more professional animations that meet the high standards of clients and stakeholders.
How to create complex animations to save time on projects while improving the quality of your output significantly.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Setting up custom preferences
- Making decisions for the most important preferences
- Reducing projects and collecting files
Animation
- Understanding animation rules
- Understanding Velocity and Influence
- Using the Speed graphs to perfect timing
- Making animation rigs
Compositing
- Adjustment effects and colour correction
- Smart Mask interpolation
- Variable mask feathering
- Keying tools
- Matte tools
- Roto Brush
- Refine Edge tool
Motion tracking and image stabilising
- Tracking position and rotation
- Warp Stabiliser VFX
- Introduction to Mocha AE
Time-based effects
- Slow motion techniques / stop frames
- Time stretching, ramping and blending
- Animating footage to audio
Basic expressions and scripting
- Basic Expression commands
- Linking properties together
- Linking and aligning orientation
- Applying simple arithmetic
- Randomising properties
Paint
- Repairing images and movies
- Stop-frame animation techniques
- Write-on text effects and other tricks
Intermediate 3D and parenting
- Animating in 3D space
- Independent keyframing of x,y,z values
- Tricks with Lights
- Tricks with Cameras
Effects
- Combining effects successfully
- Green screen techniques
- Pixel motion blur
- Working with Proxies
- Using Shape Layers
- Extruding text and adding reflections
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Frequently asked questions
Is this After Effects Intermediate course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who have experience in After Effects or have already attended one of our After Effects training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of After Effects.
Should I attend the After Effects Intermediate 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.
How is the content taught throughout the After Effects Intermediate course?
Our After Effects Intermediate 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 support is available after I attend the After Effects Intermediate course?
We offer ongoing support to our After Effects Intermediate 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.
How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the After Effects Intermediate course?
We have the smallest class sizes in the industry. On average there are 2 to 3 people on our After Effects Intermediate public courses. When we are oversubscribed, rather than put more people on the same course, we open up a new course date, which ensures everyone has maximum interaction with our trainer and the chance to ask questions throughout the day.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my After Effects Intermediate course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our After Effects Intermediate course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
Reviews
Amazing course - very thorough and detailed. I learnt a lot of valuable skills that I have applied to my content thanks to this course!
Babcock Land Defence Limited · After Effects Intermediate — May 2026
Having a great tutor is invaluable and Craig is definitely that. We went through everything in amazing detail, he loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)
Delegate · After Effects Intermediate — April 2026
Very friendly and accommodating team. My trainer was very knowledgeable and my course was very thorough and adapted to my specific requirements.
Point 13 Media · After Effects Intermediate — April 2026
Lee's After Effects lesson was super fun and helpful. He talked through processes clearly and had a lot of patience for everyone on my team. Thank you :)
Jersey Heritage · After Effects Intermediate — March 2026
The team was great, really friendly and welcoming and we had a brilliant 2 days with Tom! It's really helped to open our eyes regarding workflow. Everything we learned was invaluable.
Angling Direct · After Effects Intermediate — February 2026
The course was very informative and had a lot of useful tips/tricks. Very happy with the course and would definitely use Transmedia again.
Ogilvy · After Effects Intermediate — October 2023
Having a great tutor is invaluable. We went through everything in amazing detail. He loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)
Delegate · After Effects Intermediate — October 2023
Lee was very knowledgeable and able to accommodate a range of experience within the room so that everyone came away having learned something new.
Apple · After Effects Intermediate — September 2023
Just finished a bespoke course in Photoshop and AI. Learned an awful lot. My trainer was very knowledgeable and was very happy to answer lots of questions that I had throughout. Highly recommend.
Rachel P — June 2026
Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course.
Quadrotech — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Our trainer shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples.
Adobe — June 2026
The trainer was excellent. He kept the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get clarifications. The pleasant office is well situated, so easy to find and get to.
UNICEF — June 2026
The trainer, Lee, was excellent. He rattled through the key elements of Premiere Pro while keeping the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get 1:1 support or clarifications. The pleasant and well equipped office is well situated in Kensal Rise, so easy to find and get to. I learnt a alot - and now feel up to date with latest Premiere Pro options and AI integrations.
UNICEF — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Fantastic and super valuable training! Tony shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples Tony provided.
Adobe — June 2026
The training was great, thank you. My trainer was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with new knowledge and skills. And thanks for sending the materials across.
Live Union — June 2026
Hi Brook, Sorry for the delay - I was on AL yesterday! The training was great, thank you. Tony was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with some new knowledge and skills. I'll leave a review later today. Thanks for sending the materials across. Have a lovely rest of your day!
Live Union — June 2026
One of the better training sessions I've had in years. I highly recommend anyone who wants to learn more about Figma, but also any other Adobe Creative Cloud application, to take courses here.
Adobe — June 2026
Our trainer was great. Very knowledgeable and also flexible with adjusting to our very specific questions and scenarios. I learned loads and look forward to using my new Figma skills.
Adobe — June 2026
The Design and Development areas of Clarks shoes has been using Transmedia as a training partner for eight years now, mainly in the 'creative' Adobe applications - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere. In that time we have built an excellent working relationship with the management and admin teams and several of their core trainers. This has had a major influence in raising the skill levels and quality of our artwork across our design teams- recently extending across the Atlantic, delivering training to our US based designers. Staying with Transmedia has given us continuity and enabled the trainers to really come to understand what Clarks require and thus able to deliver real value for money. The staff are always friendly and a pleasure to deal with - whilst being efficient and professional throughout. Nothing is ever too much trouble. I really can't recommend Transmedia highly enough.
Clarks International — June 2026
I wish all training courses were run this well!
RPS Design — June 2026
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