Adobe After Effects training

Adobe After Effects is the leading professional software for motion graphics, video compositing and visual effects. Used across all forms of video and screen based media, including TV and film, After Effects offers a powerful set of tools to deliver stunning visual results.

We offer After Effects training to new and experienced users. We run the following course regularly:

We also offer:

The trainer for these courses is an Adobe Certified Instructor (ACI) and an Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in After Effects with over twenty years experience as a designer and digital imaging specialist working with motion graphics, compositing, 3D CGI and more.

For further details, see:

Introduction to Adobe After Effects

Entry-level course providing a thorough grounding in the tools and techniques used to carry out the most common tasks in After Effects. Also introduces some of the more sophisticated features available including tracking, keying, 3D space and shape layers.

Course objectives

To provide a thorough grounding in After Effects, giving you the essential knowledge you need to get started with this sophisticated application.

Duration

Who should attend?

New and novice Adobe After Effects users.

The course is appropriate for users working on After Effects on either Windows or Mac.

Prerequisites

No prior After Effects knowledge is required.

Course outline

Click here for the full course outline.

Intermediate, advanced and bespoke Adobe After Effects training

Because of the different ways that After Effects can be used once you get beyond the basics, we tailor intermediate and advanced training to focus on the specific subject areas and high-end techniques relevant to the type of content you're looking to produce.

We can arrange for you to discuss your specific requirements with our After Effects trainer so that he can make some recommendations of the training that meets your needs.

General course information

Adobe-accredited After Effects training

Armada is an Adobe Authorised Training Centre (AATC), accredited for After Effects training. Delegates receive a certificate confirming they have attended and successfully completed After Effects training.

Method of delivery

After Effects training combines lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice. Delegates have ample opportunity to discuss their specific requirements and issues with the trainer.

Courseware and certification

Delegates receive courseware to refer to throughout the course, and use as a refresher following the course. Delegates also receive a certificate confirming they have attended and successfully completed After Effects training.

After course support

Delegates are entitled to 30 days email support from their trainer to help with any post-course issues.

Course times

Scheduled courses at Armada begin at 9.30am; we ask delegates to aim to arrive at around 9.15am for refreshments ahead of starting. The training day typically finishes at around 4.30pm.

When and where?

Scheduled After Effects training courses are hosted in Central Birmingham. Our venues are within a short walk of all central bus stops and New Street, Snow Hill and Moor Street train stations. Click here for our address and map.

Introduction to Adobe After Effects courses are typically hosted every eight to ten weeks. Click here to see our training calendar.

On-demand After Effects training courses (one-to-one or for your group) can be run on a date and at a location that suits you, which may be one of our venues in the Birmingham area or your venue anywhere in the UK.

How much does Adobe After Effects training cost?

These prices are inclusive of all relevant course documentation, refreshments and a buffet lunch.

The on-demand fees quoted are for After Effects training courses held at our training centre in Bromsgrove. Please contact us for a price for running a After Effects training course at your venue, or any other After Effects training options you're considering.

Prices quoted are exclusive of VAT.

Which versions of After Effects are covered?

Scheduled Introduction to Adobe After Effects courses are currently based on After Effects CS6. The course is also suitable for users of After Effects CS5.

On-demand After Effects training courses can be based on any version of After Effects.

Reserve a place, book a place, make payment

To reserve or book a place on an After Effects training course, please call 01527 834783 or email training@armada.co.uk.

Payment for After Effects training can be made by cheque, BACS/electronic transfer or credit/debit card. Click here for further details.

Accommodation

If you require accommodation, click here for details of hotels local to our Central Birmingham training venues.

Cancellations

If a company or delegate cancels an Adobe After Effects training course booking giving less than 10 working days notice, a cancellation fee is payable. Click here for details.