After Effects Masterclass: VFX & Motion Graphics

Event: 3-Hour Masterclass: VFX & Motion Graphics Techniques

Location: Online via Zoom

Instructor: Al Hallak (LinkedIn Profile)

Class Level: Suitable for all levels

Age Requirements: 18 years of age or older

Average Class Size: Limited to 5 participants

Course Materials: Media assets and instructions will be provided

This intensive session provides quick access to key motion graphics and visual effects techniques. Gain hands-on experience with essential tools and concepts, and elevate your skills to the next level using Adobe After Effects.

Learning Outcome:

• Understanding of motion graphics and visual effects concepts and techniques
• Knowledge of working with text and graphics, including animation and keyframing
• Understanding of keying, masking, and rotoscoping
• Ability to animate and track 2D and 3D objects in a scene

Topics Include:

Motion Graphics and Visual Effects

• Understanding the fundamentals of motion graphics and visual effects
• Creating compositions and templates in After Effects

Working with Text and Graphics

• Adding and customizing text
• Incorporating graphics and images into compositions
• Creating lower thirds and graph templates

Animation and Keyframing Techniques

• Understanding keyframe animation principles
• Creating smooth and dynamic animations using keyframes
• Utilizing the Graph Editor for precise control over animations

Parenting and Expressions

• Using parenting to create complex motion and animations
• Introduction to expressions for advanced control and automation

Keying, Masking, and Rotoscoping

• Removing backgrounds using keying techniques
• Applying and refining masks for selective editing
• Isolating and manipulating elements using rotoscoping techniques

Motion Tracking

• Understanding the principles of motion tracking
• Tracking objects and elements in both 2D and 3D spaces

Participate in hands-on exercises, gain valuable insights through real-world case studies, engage in a Q&A session to address specific questions, receive constructive feedback on your project, and access a curated list of recommended resources to continue your learning journey.

We've included a behind-the-scenes video from Pitch to Screen® Production.