Adobe Certified Professional

Overview

Introduction:

This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

Adobe After Effects is a leading tool for creating stunning visual effects and motion graphics. It enables professionals to design and deliver high-quality video content for film, television, and digital platforms. This training program equips participants with practical skills and knowledge required to master After Effects' key features, workflows, and tools. It also prepares them for the Adobe Certified Professional exam in Visual Effects and Motion Graphics.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Master the Adobe After Effects interface and workflow for efficient project execution.
Create and manipulate visual effects and motion graphics with precision.
Utilize key techniques for animation, compositing, and video editing.
Optimize video projects for multiple platforms and formats.
Prepare effectively for the Adobe Certified Professional in After Effects exam.

Target Audience:

Graphic designers and video editors.
Motion graphics artists and animators.
Professionals preparing for the Adobe certification.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Foundations of Adobe After Effects:

Introduction to the After Effects interface and tools.
Project setup and composition basics.
Layers, timelines, and keyframes.
Techniques of importing and organizing assets for projects.
Working with basic effects and transitions.

Unit 2:

Creating and Animating Visual Effects:

Animating objects using keyframe techniques.
Methods of designing and applying motion paths.
Advanced masking and track mattes.
How to create and control particle effects.
Techniques for text animation and titles.

Unit 3:

Compositing and Editing:

Green screen compositing using chroma keying.
Advanced blending modes and opacity control.
Color grading and correction techniques.
Managing audio integration and synchronization.
Techniques for rendering and exporting projects efficiently.

Unit 4:

Advanced Techniques and Workflow Optimization:

How to use expressions to enhance animations.
Mastering 3D layers and camera movements.
The process of integrating After Effects with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop.
Automating workflows with scripts and presets.
Tips for managing large-scale projects.

Unit 5:

Certification Exam Preparation:

Overview of the Adobe Certified Professional exam structure and objectives.
Key areas of focus: visual effects, motion graphics, and project workflows.
Sample exam questions and their potential answers.
Resources and materials for further study.