Get Started in Motion Graphics: Free Motion Graphics Classes NYC

What is motion graphics? What’s the difference between Premiere Pro and After Effects? Do you need to be a graphic designer to do motion graphics? Do you need to know how to draw? What are the job opportunities in this field?

In this free introduction and informational session into the world of motion graphics, we will answer these questions and many more. You’ll get you an overview of creating motion graphics using Adobe software. You’ll learn the basics of motion graphics workflow from concept/design, to animation and final export. See how the programs available in the Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and After Effects work together to create motion graphics animation. Learn what skills you need to get under your belt in order to become competitive in this rapidly-growing field.

This is the perfect way to learn about motion graphics before diving into one of our hands-on training (in-person in NYC or live online) such as our Video Editing classes, After Effects classes, or Premiere Pro classes.

What You’ll Learn

See examples of the different styles of motion graphics
The Motion Graphics workflow & workflow tools
Scripts, Storyboards, Style Frames
Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro & After Effects integration

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Our flexible scheduling makes it easy to find a class at the right time for you, whether you attend in NYC or live online. All Noble Desktop classes come with a free retake within one year to ensure you get the most out or your learning experience.

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