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Learn Non-Scary Adobe After Effects: Masking & Motion Basics

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Learn Non-Scary Adobe After Effects: Masking & Motion Basics

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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August 2025

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4 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Intermediate After Effects Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course

This module introduces learners to the essential tools and workflows in After Effects. You’ll practice organizing projects, working with pre-compositions, and applying basic effects such as keying and colorization. By completing these lessons, learners will gain a strong foundation in composition management, preparing them for more advanced motion graphics tasks.

What's included

8 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

In this module, learners focus on isolating and combining visual elements using masks and track mattes. You’ll animate masks, implement green screen workflows, and explore creative ways to layer video for dynamic effects. This module ensures learners gain hands-on skills that form the backbone of many professional motion graphics projects.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

This module teaches learners how to animate objects and text for engaging motion graphics. You’ll explore scaling, anchor point adjustments, and animating along paths, as well as combining masks with moving objects. These lessons help learners build visually compelling sequences suitable for real-world video content.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

The final module focuses on animating text and integrating it with masks for polished, professional results. Learners will refine their skills in motion design, practice complex text animation techniques, and prepare completed projects for rendering and export. This module rounds out the course by giving learners portfolio-ready content.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt

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