Learn to create, animate, refine, and enhance motion graphics using industry-standard techniques in Adobe After Effects. In this hands-on course, learners will develop the ability to design vector shapes, apply smooth animations, build dynamic motion banners, and craft professional lower-third text elements. By exploring essential tools such as Trim Paths, Easy Ease, stroke styling, and color controls, learners will gain the practical skills needed to produce polished, engaging visual compositions.
Master Motion Graphics in After Effects: Create & Animate
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Master Motion Graphics in After Effects: Create & Animate
This course is part of After Effects Motion Graphics and Keying Mastery Specialization
Instructor: EDUCBA
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4 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Create and animate vector shapes using After Effects tools like Trim Paths, strokes, and easing.
Design dynamic motion banners and professional lower-third text animations.
Apply smooth timing, color, and motion principles to produce polished motion graphics.
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January 2026
Assessments
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the After Effects Motion Graphics and Keying Mastery Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the essential tools and techniques of motion graphics in After Effects, focusing on creating vector shapes, establishing clean design layouts, and applying fundamental animation principles to build smooth, professional motion sequences.
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4 videos3 assignments
This module explores advanced text-based motion graphics, guiding learners through building lower thirds, animating subtext, refining stroke details, and applying color styling to create polished, broadcast-ready visual designs.
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