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After Effects Kickstart

Last updated: Oct 18 2025

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Overview​

Dive into the fundamentals of motion design with our most popular (and recently updated) After Effects course. After Effects Kickstart is your secret weapon to dominate the world of animation. You'll plunge head first into the world's most popular animation software, crafting dynamic visuals from day one. By the conclusion, you'll be comfortable creating—and showcasing—your own AE creations.

Features​

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This is a beginner-friendly course ideal for those new to After Effects with little to no prior experience.

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The course includes 16+ hours of video training, 10 real-world projects, and a verified credential upon completion.

Course Details​

  • Instructor: Nol Honig
  • Level: Beginner
  • Duration: 16+ hours
  • Projects: 10 real-world projects
  • Certificate: Verified credential upon completion

What You'll Learn​

  • Master the After Effects interface
  • Fundamentals of keyframing, timing, and animating
  • Typography and audio animation
  • Working with Photoshop and Illustrator artwork
  • Advanced animation concepts and graph editor
  • Shape Layers, Mattes, and more
  • Parenting system and expressions
  • Professional transitions and workflows

Course Syllabus​

Week 1​

Orientation Week Meet your classmates, get comfy with the course format, and then we're getting to work. Nol will guide you step-by-step through your first animation in After Effects, helping you learn and master the basics.

Week 2​

The First Keyframe Get totally familiar with the After Effects interface, and learn the fundamentals of keyframing, timing, and animating basic properties. The AE timeline will no longer be a mystery to you.

Week 3​

Typography and Audio Learn how to create and animate type, as well as animate and sync up your movements to audio. Ever wanted to create a lyric video? Now's your chance.

Week 4​

Working with Artwork This week we're bringing in Photoshop and Illustrator. You'll learn to plan more complex animation, bring your PS and AI artwork to life, understand and use masks, perform color correction, and gain a basic understanding of effects.

Week 5​

Make Sweet Movement Now that you know the basics of animating, you'll learn more advanced animation and After Effects concepts that will take your work from beginner to pro. The graph editor makes an appearance here.

Week 6​

The Motion Design World Explore the world and opportunities of motion design. You'll get tips on project organization, streamlining your workflow, and improving your productivity in After Effects.

Week 7​

Shape Layers, Mattes, and More Dive into the world of Shape Layers. Create artwork in AE using Shape Layers, Strokes, the Pen Tool and more. Use Track and Alpha Mattes, and explore different types of keyframes and motion paths.

Week 8​

Good Parenting Tips You'll master the After Effects parenting system, allowing you to create more complex rigs and movement. In addition, you'll begin learning about the powerful expressions engine.

Week 9​

From A to B Learn how to approach and execute eye-popping transitions in your work. As your animations get more complex, you'll need to follow best practices to stay organized.

Week 10​

Putting it all Together Watch and learn as Nol shows you exactly what it takes to animate a professional piece. Then, you'll have your own opportunity to animate beautiful artwork.

Pricing Options​

Quarterly​

Quarterly - $497/quarter

  • 40+ Courses and Workshops
  • 500+ Hours of Training
  • Verified Credentials
  • 3 months of unlimited critique

Annual​

Annual - $299/quarter ($1,197 annually)

  • 40+ Courses and Workshops
  • 500+ Hours of Training
  • Verified Credentials
  • 1 year of unlimited critique
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Link: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/courses/after-effects-kickstart