Introduction to After Effects
Get comfortable with the industry-standard motion graphics tool, from your first keyframe to a polished animated title sequence. Focused entirely on the workflow you'll actually use day to day — not every obscure feature buried in the panel.
What you'll learn
- Animate with keyframes and easing that feels natural
- Build and time an animated title sequence
- Use masks, mattes and simple compositing
- Export motion graphics for web and social
Curriculum
Suggested pace: 5 weeks- 1
Your first keyframe
Week 1Understand keyframes and interpolation — the foundation of every animation you'll build.
- 2
Easing that feels natural
Week 1Apply easing so motion feels natural instead of mechanical.
- 3
Building a title sequence
Week 2Build and time a short animated title sequence.
- 4
Masks and mattes
Week 3Use masks and mattes for simple, effective compositing.
- 5
Simple compositing
Week 4Combine multiple layers into one believable composite shot.
- 6
Exporting motion graphics
Week 5Export motion graphics correctly for web and social platforms.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any experience for this?
No prior experience needed — this course starts from the basics.
Is this live, or can I go at my own pace?
Self-paced. There's no fixed class time — the weekly pace above is only a suggestion to help you plan.
What happens right after I enroll?
The course appears immediately in My courses, and the first module unlocks straight away.
Do I lose access if I don't finish right away?
No — once you're enrolled, the course stays in My courses and you can pick it back up any time.
