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After Effects CS3 Training

Discover the world of animation with After Effects CS3 Essentials. Hosted by professional animator Ko Maruyama, these training videos focus on new features and essential tools including Shape Layers, the Puppet Tool and Brainstorm. You’ll also learn how to use many of the new effects found in After Effects CS3 as well as how to import Photoshop Layer Styles. Learn the tricks you need to get on your way to producing high-end animations.

Adobe After Effects is a powerful software tool for visual effects and motions graphics. You can use After Effects tools to create dynamic designs for broadcast, web, CD-ROM and film.

This course will help you master the concepts and features to the program. It includes many advanced features, including tips and tricks using the latest version.

We also recommend this course for those planning to obtain the Adobe Certified expert status.

Highlights

Learn how to create and animate graphics with new Shape Layers.
Find out how you can bring your animation to life with the new Puppet Tool.
Conjure up some suggested variants in your animations with the new Brainstorm user interface.
Discover how to master some of the new Effects in After Effects CS3.
Experience a streamlined workflow as you learn how to import your existing Photoshop layers.

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This course is available online and on DVD as part of the following Value Bundle(s):

CS3 Master Collection: Essentials Bundle
CS3 Production Premium bundle

Who will this Course benefit?

Graphic professionals who want to enhance their motion editing and compositing. Experienced users will also benefit from the many tips and tricks and special exercises

Both our Online and CD versions includes the following:
	Running Time 9.17 Hours.
	Platform Windows & MAC OS .
	Interactive Training Our training model allows you to set the pace for your learning experience. While working side by side with our presenters.
	Self-Paced Navigation allows users to move forward and backwards through the course.
	Instructor-Led Training Ensuring an engaging learning experience.

After Effects CS3 Training Pricing:

	Normal Price	Discount Price
DVDs: (Windows) System Requirements	£157	£121
DVDs: (MAC) System Requirements	£157	£121
Adobe Online Library (1 year license): Buy this course + 150 others (for one low price)	£800	£552 (95% off)	More info
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Adobe Multi-user ONLINE Library:			More info
NOTE: All prices (above) are stated in Great British Pounds (£) and EXCLUDE any external examination fees. All prices are +VAT for EU sales To view the total price including VAT, simply click the "buy" and "checkout" buttons, then select your country.

Learning Segments

Chapter 1: OVERVIEW OF AFTER EFFECTS CS3 (42 min)
1. Setting Preferences
2. Importing Illustrator® Files
3. Introducing the Shape Layer
4. Reusing Compositions
5. Animating with the Puppet Tool
6. Creating a Ramp Effect
7. Understanding Masks & Modes
8. Basic Keyframing
9. Animating a Title
10. Setting Up a Render

Chapter 2: NAVIGATING THE WORKSPACE (46 min)
1. Manipulating Panels & Creating a New Workspace
2. Examining the Project Pane
3. Information & Thumbnails in the Project Pane
4. Shortcuts to Find, Delete & Create a New Folder
5. Introducing Compositions & Timelines
6. Exploring the Composition Window
7. Examining the Icons & Columns in the Timeline
8. Navigating the Timeline & Adding Markers
9. Working with Layers in the Timeline

Chapter 3: IMPORTING & COLLECTING FOOTAGE (33 min)
1. Prepping an Image in Photoshop® or Illustrator
2. Importing Footage & Image Sequences
3. Importing as a Composition
4. Importing Layer Styles
5. Using the Edit Original Command
6. Saving as a Photoshop Document

Chapter 4: KEYFRAMING PARAMETERS (33 min)
1. Understanding Layer Parameters
2. Creating Simple Keyframes
3. Differentiating Anchor & Position
4. Selecting & Modifying Keyframes
5. Managing Temporal Speed
6. Using Hold Keyframes

Chapter 5: PARENTING, NESTING & INTRO TO EXPRESSIONS (33 min)
1. Linking Children to Parents
2. Creating a Precomposition
3. Keyframing Time
4. Parenting & More Parenting
5. Bringing It All Together
6. Final Comments & Credits

Chapter 1: EFFECTS & ADJUSTMENTS (39 min)
1. Locating & Applying Effects
2. Using the Checkerboard Effect
3. Using the Distort & Transition Effects
4. Applying Effects to a Bitmap Image & a Shape Layer
5. Layering Priority
6. Saving an Animation Preset
7. Applying Multiple Instances of the Same Effect
8. Using a Layer to Define the Effect on Another Layer
9. Using Adjustment Layers

Chapter 2: MASKS, MATTES & MODES (43 min)
1. Applying Masks with the Vector Tool
2. Editing & Animating Mask Properties
3. Using Auto-trace to Generate Masks
4. Using Transparency & Masks to Reveal Images
5. Understanding Path Relationships
6. Using Shape Layers
7. Using a Track Matte
8. Preserving Transparency
9. Using a Composition as a Layer

Chapter 3: USING THE TYPE TOOL (46 min)
1. Setting Up the Character & Paragraph Palettes
2. Adding Text
3. Modifying Character Formatting
4. Fill & Stroke Options
5. Exploring the Paragraph Options
6. Creating Text from Photoshop® Layers
7. Introducing Animation Perimeters
8. Using Text Animators
9. Range Selector Basics
10. Converting Text to Outlines
11. Replacing Fonts & Another Type Treatment Example

Chapter 4: EXPORTING & OUTPUTTING (21 min)
1. Exporting as an SWF File
2. Exporting to Clip Notes
3. Making a Movie
4. Controlling Render Settings

Chapter 5: NEW TOOLS & FEATURES (33 min)
1. Introducing Shape Layers
2. Working with Shape Fills
3. Animating Shape Layers
4. Exploring Photoshop Integration
5. Using the Puppet Tool
6. Introducing 3D Type
7. Brainstorming with Effects

Chapter 6: SETTING PREFERENCES (11 min)
1. Setting General Preferences
2. View, Display, Import & Output Preferences
3. Appearance, Memory & Saving Preferences
4. Exploring New Preference Options

Chapter 7: TIPS, TRICKS & BEGINNER QUESTIONS (16 min)
1. Tips for Importing & Interpreting Footage
2. Managing Source Material
3. Making a New Composition
4. Working with Ram
5. Using the Collect Files Feature
6. Final Comments & Credits

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