Module #1 Introduction to Advanced Motion Graphics Course overview, industry trends, and essential skills for advanced motion graphics
Module #2 Software Essentials:Advanced Adobe After Effects In-depth overview of Adobe After Effects, including advanced interface customization and workflow optimization
Module #3 Motion Graphics Design Principles Exploring the fundamentals of effective motion graphics design, including typography, color theory, and composition
Module #4 Advanced Animation Techniques Mastering complex animation techniques, including easing, physics, and simulations
Module #5 3D in After Effects:Basics and Best Practices Introduction to 3D in After Effects, including working with 3D layers, cameras, and lighting
Module #6 Advanced 3D Techniques:Texturing, Shading, and Rendering Pushing the boundaries of 3D in After Effects, including texture mapping, shading, and rendering techniques
Module #7 Particles and Simulations Creating realistic particle effects and simulations using After Effects and third-party plugins
Module #8 Advanced Compositing:Multi-Layering and Depth Sorting Mastering advanced compositing techniques, including multi-layering, depth sorting, and color grading
Module #9 Color Management and Grading Understanding color spaces, color management, and advanced color grading techniques
Module #10 Visual Effects for Film and TV Creating realistic visual effects for film and TV productions, including set extension, matte painting, and CGI integration
Module #11 Motion Capture and 3D Character Animation Working with motion capture data and animating 3D characters using After Effects and third-party software
Module #12 Title Design and Kinetic Typography Designing and animating titles, logos, and kinetic typography for film, TV, and commercials
Module #13 Advanced Scripting and Automation Using scripts and automation to streamline workflows, create custom tools, and enhance productivity
Module #14 Plugin and Script Development Developing custom plugins and scripts for After Effects, including creating UI panels and integrating with other software
Module #15 Collaboration and Client Management Effective collaboration techniques, client communication, and project management strategies for motion graphics and visual effects projects
Module #16 Audio Integration and Sound Design Integrating audio into motion graphics and visual effects projects, including sound design principles and audio post-production techniques
Module #17 Rendering and Output:Optimizing Performance and Quality Optimizing rendering performance, output settings, and delivery formats for various platforms and devices
Module #18 Case Studies:Real-World Motion Graphics and Visual Effects Projects Analyzing and deconstructing real-world projects, including techniques, workflows, and challenges overcome
Module #19 Advanced Matte Painting and Set Extension Mastering advanced matte painting and set extension techniques using Photoshop, After Effects, and third-party software
Module #20 Creating Realistic Environments and Props Designing and creating realistic environments and props for motion graphics and visual effects projects
Module #21 Advanced Camera Tracking and Matchmoving Mastering advanced camera tracking and matchmoving techniques using After Effects and third-party software
Module #22 Visual Effects for Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Creating immersive visual effects for VR and AR experiences, including 360-degree video and spatial audio techniques
Module #23 Style Frames and Concept Art Developing style frames and concept art for motion graphics and visual effects projects, including character design and environment concepting
Module #24 Motion Graphics and Visual Effects for Social Media and Web Designing and creating motion graphics and visual effects for social media, web, and online platforms
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Advanced Motion Graphics and Visual Effects career