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Course Description

Apply conceptual development and storyboarding skills, and refine practical knowledge using industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro to an advanced level. Students will build on skills learned in the first two courses of the Motion Design and Animation certificate, learning more advanced techniques and adding professional quality work to their portfolios. Faculty will mentor with real-world experience to give students a solid understanding of the motion graphics industry. Prerequisites: Storytelling with Motion Graphics and Animation, and Motion Design 1. Adobe software will not be included in the tuition purchase; students must obtain necessary Adobe software on their own and can utilize our Software Benefits page for educational discounts and opportunities.

Course Length - Online 9 weeks

Learner Outcomes

  • Intermediate and advanced motion graphics creation techniques using After Effects, Premier Pro, Bridge and Media Encoder
  • Continued development of aesthetic sophistication and knowledge of current industry trends
  • Hands-on visual content creation skills
  • Fluency in both peer work evaluation/critique, and the qualitative evaluation of one’s own work  

Additional Information

Benefits:

  • Gain a solid understanding and practical skills to enter the motion graphics industry, or add to your arsenal of skills as an aspiring or working filmmaker
  • Understand how the various digital motion design tools interact, to maximize your work results and efficiency
  • Access industry information through your working professional instructor
  • Leave the course with at least three polished video clips or motion graphic sequences to add to your portfolio

Prerequisites

Students are encouraged to have completed or be currently enrolled in PCDD 0331 - Motion Design 1 with After Effects prior to taking Motion Design 2 with After Effects.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Motion Design 2 with After Effects
Type
Online
Dates
Oct 13, 2025 to Dec 21, 2025
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
CE Tuition non-credit $1,015.00
Faculty/Staff Waiver non-credit $1,015.00
Available Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 16, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 13, 2025
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