Adobe After Effects interface showing animation timeline and motion graphics project on screen
AU$529.00
Next: Thu, 15 Oct 9:30AM (AEDT)

Adobe After Effects for Beginners


Learn to animate graphics and create visual effects in this hands-on Adobe After Effects course for beginners. Adobe After Effects is an industry-standard motion graphics and compositing program used across film, TV, video and the web.

In this face-to-face course in Sydney, you will explore how to create cinematic titles, dynamic introductions, seamless transitions, animated logos and engaging visual effects. Guided by an expert tutor, you will build foundational skills in animation and composition while developing practical projects to strengthen your creative toolkit.

Learning Outcomes

  • Use keyframes and layers to create animated text and logos.
  • Understand composition workflow, masks and motion graphics fundamentals.
  • Plan and execute basic visual effects and export finished compositions.

Course Content Overview

  • Project and composition setup, layers and keyframe animation.
  • Working with shapes, text, effects, masking and parenting.
  • Importing footage and exporting compositions for presentation.

Schedule & Pricing

  • 2-day intensive course: 15–16 October 2026
  • Time: 9:30am–3:30pm
  • Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
  • Course fee: $529

Additional Information

Basic computer skills are required. Familiarity with other Adobe software is helpful but not essential. Course content may vary slightly depending on class pace and participant interests.


Details

6 hours

You will learn

  • Create animations using keyframes and layered compositions
  • Apply masks, effects and text for motion graphics projects
  • Export professional-quality video compositions

You will get

  • Statement of Completion
  • Hands-on training with an expert instructor
  • Practical motion graphics project experience

Appropriate for

Graphic designers, filmmakers, video editors, web designers, visual artists and anyone interested in motion graphics or digital animation.


Preparation

What to bring

  • Laptop capable of running Adobe After Effects
  • Active Adobe After Effects subscription or free trial
  • Optional HDMI cable for dual monitor setup

What to wear

Casual


Your Teacher

Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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