Take your motion graphics skills to the next level with our Advanced Adobe After Effects course. Learn techniques from an expert, including enhanced keyframing, graph editor control, overshoot effects, 3D layers, render order, and image stabilisation.
Master expressions for time control, solve common expression issues, and explore powerful tools like 3D camera tracking and Cinema 4D integration.
This hands-on training is designed to supercharge your After Effects workflow, streamline project delivery, and boost your creative capabilities.
Perfect for experienced users ready to create professional, high-impact visual effects and motion graphics with speed and precision.
If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.
You'll need to have attended our After Effects Intro and Intermediate courses or have equivalent working knowledge before joining this class.
Course leader is an Adobe Certified Expert
Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
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22-23rd Sep 25 | Mon-Tue | London Bridge | Available | £499.00 | £70.00 | £429.00 + VAT |
Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
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30th Jun - 1st Jul 25 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £499.00 | £100.00 | £399.00 + VAT | |
28-29th Aug 25 | Thu-Fri | Online | Available | £499.00 | £70.00 | £429.00 + VAT | |
20-21st Oct 25 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
19-20th Nov 25 | Wed-Thu | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
15-16th Dec 25 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
12-13th Jan 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
9-10th Feb 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
11-12th Mar 26 | Wed-Thu | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
6-7th Apr 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
5-6th May 26 | Tue-Wed | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT | ||
1-2nd Jun 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £499.00 | £499.00 + VAT |
Keyframe interpolation
Understand spatial vs. temporal
Graph editor use to control keyframes
Creating Overshoot easily
Blocking areas with keyframes
Time remap within the graph editor
Frame blending
Time remap effects
Using expressions to control time flow
Most common expression problems
Creating simulations with simple maths
Linking properties in a more complex manner
Getting better control of the values
Using Variables
Dimensions - How many values?
The Linear expression
Global or Local controls
Creating complex expression setups
Distance checks and averages
Making out own Depth based effects
Creating speed based effects
Using expressions with 3D layers
Solving 2D and 3D layer problems
The toComp expression - an essential tool
Procedural textures
Better use of simulation effects
Fixing effect problems using expressions
Logo disintegrations
Custom particle effects
Footage analysis - what to look for
Using effects to detect errors and compression
Simulating Camera Aberrations from real cameras
Chromatic aberration and Specular bloom
Creating a flexible camera set up
Better placement of layers in 3D space
Complex movement with the Orbit Null
3D space problems - frames of reference
Creating an environment
Resolution issues
3D or Camera aware effects
Particle systems in 3D
Advanced Layer placement - auto orientation to camera
Understanding how After Effects processes effects and layers
Solving the most common composition problems
Practical examples of render order problems and solutions
Understanding the Warp stabiliser effect
Checking for perspective distortion
Understanding the track data
Compositing layers into a real shot
Depth and scale issues
Effect usage in the 3D scene
Correct depth resolution with toComp
Creating a new background plate
Using the camera track for compositing
Using the track to help with Rotoscope areas
Exporting the camera for Cinema 4D integration
Creating the logo in Adobe Illustrator
Import and setup
Creating the expressions to drive the animation with no keyframes
Random motion and rotation
Refining the animation
Building custom controls
Effects and overlays
Precomposing and then unfolding the 3D
Creating assets in Cinema 4D and usage
2.5D vs Real 3D - understanding the difference
Compositing 3D elements into a camera track shot
Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.
People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.
Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.
Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.
Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.
Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.
Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.
Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.
Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.