In this hands-on, two-day After Effects Advanced training course, participants will learn to take their motion graphics and video editing to the next level by harnessing the latest AI-powered features in Adobe Creative Cloud. Through interactive lessons on rotoscoping with sophisticated matte tools, dynamically color correcting content with scene detection, building reusable templates, animating in 3D space, tracking footage, and rendering collaboratively in the cloud, attendees will gain practical techniques to boost productivity and creativity. With the automation and intelligence unlocked in the newest release of After Effects, editors can work faster and devote more time to creative decisions. This course provides the expertise you need to infuse your motion graphics and footage with professional polish and cutting-edge visuals powered by Adobe Sensei AI.
Duration: 2 Days
Locations for Training:
Prerequisites: Students need to have completed our Introduction course, or have working knowledge in all topics covered in the After Effects Introduction outline. Students must have a good working knowledge of computers, operating systems, using a mouse, keyboard, standard menus and commands. Students must be able to open, save, and close applications and files, as well as navigate to other folders.
Job Roles That Use After Effects:
Animators
Film and Video Professionals
Motion-Graphics Professionals
Visual Effects Artists
Web Designers
Projects That Use After Effects:
Animation
Video Compositing
Motion Graphics Design
Digital Post-Production
Visual and Audio Effects
1. Enhancing motion graphics with Next-Gen Roto Brush
Using refined matte tools with AI assistance
Leveraging freeze frame for efficiency
Integrating animated text and graphics
2. Color correcting and enhancing video
Detecting and balancing scenes automatically
Using AI-enabled Content-Aware Fill
Cloning objects seamlessly
3. Creating templates for Premiere Pro
Building essential graphics with automation
Exporting motion graphic templates
Updating templates across Creative Cloud
4. Animating in 3D Design Space
Constructing 3D scenes and camera
Using Draft Preview for faster iterations
Lighting and texturing for realism
5. Advanced editing techniques
Stabilizing footage with AI tracking
Removing objects automatically
Retiming with intelligent Timewarp
Collaborative workflows with Frame.io
6. Efficient rendering
Leveraging multi-frame rendering
Creating reusable render presets
Automated notifications and remote monitoring
Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real world use of the technology.
Software Versions: ThinkB!G open enrollment classes are taught on the most current version of software whenever possible. To request a specific version, please Contact Us or call us at 301-362-2250.
Working in the Visual Effects and Motion Graphics Industry
Project Setup and Interface
Organizing Video Projects
Creating and Modifying Visual Elements
Publishing Digital Media
The ACA certification validates basic, entry-level skills in digital communication, creation, and design using Adobe tools.
If you choose the Certification Pack option in the pricing dropdown upon checkout, this Includes:
✓ After Effects Intro–Advanced (4 Day Class, In-Person or Online)
✓ Online Test Prep Tool (Simulates actual test & provides targeted learning based on your assessed needs)
✓ Exam Voucher with 1 Free Retake (In-Person, scheduled at your convenience)
✓ Testing Proctor Fee (Only included if you take your test at ThinkB!G’s office in Columbia, MD)
If you have a team of individuals, you can receive bulk discounts by doing your own Private training session & cover your specific learning objectives!
Thank you for helping me get more comfortable with navigating inside After Effects! This is crucial to bringing down the intimidation factor of using such powerful special effects software. -DMA, Kahdija (Adobe After Effects Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
Both, the training and instructor were great! I would definitely return and recommend training of this quality. Thanks so much! -DINFOS, Andrea (Adobe After Effects Advanced Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
“Excellent certified teachers instructing students virtually during this time of COVID. Think BIG does a great job making sure everyone is connected and ready to go and up to speed throughout. Thank you.” – Lorne, DINFOF (Advanced Adobe After Effects CC Training)
“Think BIG is my go-to when I need to learn new and advanced skills for graphic design and video editing.” – Andrew, DOD (Advanced Adobe After Effects Training)
“As long as I have the desire to create, I will be successful, and that there are resources available to help me.” – Luther W., DMA (Advanced Adobe After Effects Training)
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