Quick Start to After Effects: Volume 2

Dive into After Effects animation with Volume 2 of our Quick Start to After Effects series! This course builds directly upon the foundational skills you learned in Volume 1, offering practical exercises to solidify your understanding.

In this volume, you'll master essential After Effects techniques for creating dynamic motion graphics. We begin with efficient asset management, learning how to import assets as compositions for enhanced flexibility. Next, you'll gain hands-on experience with animation keyframes, the core of bringing your visuals to life.

Expand your animation knowledge with explorations of spatial and temporal interpolation, unlocking more sophisticated motion possibilities. Learn how to seamlessly integrate vector files into your After Effects projects, ensuring sharp, high-quality results even at large scales using the Continuously Rasterize and Collapse Transformation switch.

Boost your After Effects workflow by discovering techniques like parenting and basic expressions to accelerate your animation process. We cover a range of essential skills for any aspiring motion graphics designer.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to confidently create a simple motion graphic using transformation effects and effectively utilize the After Effects timeline for powerful animation.

Prerequisite: We highly recommend completing Volume 1 before starting this course.

Software Required: After Effects CC v. 12.0.0.404.