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After Effects Adv Course

Push After Effects to its limits on this advanced two-day course for motion designers.

Covers expressions, 3D layers, Cinema 4D integration and render optimisation.

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After Effects Adv course

After Effects Adv Course

After Effects Adv Course

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.

Build up to this level with our After Effects Introduction and After Effects Intermediate courses.

Two Days

10:00 - 16:30 UK Time

Key Learning Points

  • Key Learning Points

  • Control keyframe interpolation with the graph editor
  • Use time remapping and expressions to automate motion
  • Build advanced 3D layers with lights and cameras
  • Solve render order problems and stabilise footage
  • Integrate After Effects with Cinema 4D and Premiere

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.

Who is this course for?

For motion designers confident in After Effects who want to reach an advanced level. Requires our After Effects Introduction and Intermediate courses or equivalent knowledge.

Course Dates

Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
19-20th Aug 26 Wed-Thu London Islington Available £549.00 £100.00 £449.00 + VAT
6-7th Oct 26 Tue-Wed Online Available £549.00 £50.00 £499.00 + VAT
14-15th Dec 26 Mon-Tue London Islington Available £549.00 £549.00 + VAT
No in-person dates available at the moment.
Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
19-20th Aug 26 Wed-Thu London Islington Available £549.00 £100.00 £449.00 + VAT
14-15th Dec 26 Mon-Tue London Islington Available £549.00 £549.00 + VAT
Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
6-7th Oct 26 Tue-Wed Online Available £549.00 £50.00 £499.00 + VAT
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Course Dates

19-20th Aug 26 (Wed-Thu)


Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £549.00

Discount: £100.00

You Pay: £449.00 + VAT

6-7th Oct 26 (Tue-Wed)


Location:Online

Places: Available

RRP: £549.00

Discount: £50.00

You Pay: £499.00 + VAT

14-15th Dec 26 (Mon-Tue)


Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £549.00

Discount:

You Pay: £549.00 + VAT

Course Outline

1

Keyframing techniques

Keyframe interpolation

Understand spatial vs. temporal

Graph editor use to control keyframes

Creating Overshoot easily

2

Time remapping

Blocking areas with keyframes

Time remap within the graph editor

Frame blending

Time remap effects

Using expressions to control time flow

3

Expressions in detail

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

4

Advanced Effect usage

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

5

3D Layers - advanced techniques

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

6

Render order

Understanding how After Effects processes effects and layers

Solving the most common composition problems

Practical examples of render order problems and solutions

7

Image stabilisation

Understanding the Warp stabiliser effect

Checking for perspective distortion

8

3D Camera Tracking - 3D with real footage

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

9

Creating a procedural custom logo animation using Expressions

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

10

Cinema4D integration

Creating assets in Cinema 4D and usage

2.5D vs Real 3D - understanding the difference

Compositing 3D elements into a camera track shot

Career paths

Roles this course supports

People training on After Effects Adv often work in the careers below.

Who attends?

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Career Progressives

Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.

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Career Changers

People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.

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Graduates

Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.

Learn Your Way

Face to Face

Face To Face

Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.

Live Online

Live Online

Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.

Team Training

Team Training

Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.

Three Steps To Success

1

Identify Your Path

Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.

2

Learn With Experts

Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.

3

Earn Certification

Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.

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