Motion Graphics and Animation with After Effects

Learn to create dynamic motion graphics and visual effects using industry-standard animation workflows and modern design principles.

4.3 (469) ⏱ 33 min 📚 7 lessons 🎧 Audio version

About this course

Motion graphics are the backbone of modern digital storytelling, from social media ads to cinematic title sequences. This course provides a structured path to understanding how to bring static elements to life using After Effects through clear, written instruction. You will transition from understanding basic interface layouts to confidently building your own custom animations. By learning the logic behind motion and layer manipulation, you will be able to apply professional effects to create polished visual content for any digital project. What you'll learn: - Understand the core interface, project structure, and essential terminology used in professional motion design. - Apply keyframing techniques to animate position, scale, rotation, and opacity with precision. - Create engaging text animations and typography-driven motion graphics for various platforms. - Master layer management and compositing to build complex visual scenes from scratch. - Practice modern workflows including easing, motion paths, and basic expressions for smoother animations. - Configure export settings and understand modern delivery formats for web and social media. The curriculum begins with foundational concepts and interface navigation before moving into practical animation exercises and layer interactions. It concludes with modern best practices for rendering and professional project organization. This course is designed for absolute beginners with no prior experience in motion graphics or animation software. Start your journey into the world of motion design today.

What you'll get

  • 📜 Certificate of completion
    Add it to your LinkedIn profile
  • 💬 Personal AI tutor
    Stuck on a lesson? Ask your built-in tutor anything, any time.
  • 🎧 Audio version included
    Learn on the go — no screen needed
  • ♾️ Lifetime access
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  • 📱 Phone or computer
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  • 💸 30-day refund
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  • Short & focused
    33 min of practical content

Reviews (11)

أمينة إبراهيم AE
★ 4 · 2026-04-27T12:19:15+00:00

Brilliant course! The structure was intuitive and the actionable insights are invaluable. Highly recommend.

Benjamín Acosta UY
★ 4 · 2026-04-13T16:59:15+00:00

Really enjoyed the flow of this. The practical applications discussed were spot on. Great course!

Manon Moreau FR Verified learner
★ 5 · 2026-04-10T03:33:15+00:00

This course exceeded my expectations. The content is solid, and the examples provided really sealed the deal for me.

Shaista Parveen PK
★ 5 · 2026-02-22T08:31:15+00:00

This course exceeded my expectations. The real-world applications discussed are incredibly useful. Great job!

Noah Fischer LU Verified learner
★ 4 · 2026-02-08T00:22:15+00:00

So glad I took this course. The explanations were crystal clear and the activities were engaging. Great value.

Emiliano Jiménez CR
★ 4 · 2025-11-25T10:57:15+00:00

Solid content and presented clearly. I appreciated the real-world applications shown. Could have used a few more practice opportunities.

Manon Moreau FR Verified learner
★ 4 · 2025-06-15T09:46:15+00:00

An amazing learning experience! The structure was intuitive, and the content was presented with great clarity. Totally recommend this one.

هند بن خالد TN Verified learner
★ 4 · 2025-05-31T12:00:15+00:00

Really enjoyed the learning experience. The materials provided were top-notch and easy to follow.

ماجد سليمان JO Verified learner
★ 5 · 2025-05-12T08:20:15+00:00

This course exceeded my expectations! The real-world examples were incredibly helpful. I learned so much and feel ready to apply it.

بدر بن أحمد TN
★ 3 · 2025-01-09T13:41:15+00:00

Brilliant course design. The way concepts build on each other is seamless. Very practical and well-explained.

Mateo Gómez PE Verified learner
★ 4 · 2024-12-06T22:36:15+00:00

Fantastic learning experience. The pace was perfect, and the examples really solidified the concepts. Big thumbs up!

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