Adobe After Effects

Learn how to create breath taking effects!

What you'll learn?

Adobe After Effects

Duration

5 weeks

Next course

06 July 2026 – 05 August 2026

Price, starting from

TBD

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Why take this course?

  • Learn how to use industry standard film editing software.
  • A skill highly in demand across many industries.
  • Professional assistance for an advanced software with a steep learning curve to make the process so much smoother.

What you’ll learn

Week 1

Introduction to After Effects

Learning the Interface

Compositions and Layers

Motion Graphics

Keyframes

Week 2

Shape Layers

Shape Layers

Text Layers

Principles of Animation

Week 3

Parenting & 3D

Layer Parenting

3D Layers

Camera Layer

Week 4

Masking & Video

Channels

Masking

Imported Files

Week 5

Expression, Puppet Tools & Visual Effects

Puppet Tools

Expressions

Tracking & Visual Effects

Audio

Colour Correction

Render Queue

How it works

Attend live/online classes
Complete assignments & projects
Earn your ADA UX certificate

Meet Your Instructors

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    Markus van der Westhuizen

    Graphic Designer

    Dr Markus van der Westhuizen has been teaching at ADA on a freelance basis since 2012, bringing decades of experience in graphic design, publishing, and art direction. Classically trained in analogue graphic design, he was also among the first lecturers in South Africa to teach HTML and web design in the mid-90s. His career spans publishing, packaging, software development, and freelance design, but his greatest passion lies in education—working with individuals, agencies, and universities across South Africa and beyond. Alongside his design work, Markus draws on a rich background in holistic disciplines as a qualified Herbal Doctor, Specialised Kinesiologist, Dry Needling Practitioner, and Yoga Instructor, reflecting his multidimensional approach to creativity and teaching.

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    Zaahir Effendi

    Graphic Designer

    “Nurturing creatives of all backgrounds to build confidence and
    bring their ideas to life through design.” 

    Zaahir Effendi is a graphic designer and art director with more than 15
    years of experience in the creative industry. Over the years, he has
    worked with brands on design systems, creative direction, and visual
    communication, knowledge he now shares with the next generation of
    creatives.
    As a lecturer in the Adobe Creative Suite, Zaahir combines design theory
    with practical projects that help students apply their skills in real-world
    ways. He believes that learning design is as much about problem-solving
    and storytelling as it is about software. Passionate about nurturing
    talent, he focuses on building confidence, encouraging curiosity, and
    creating an inclusive space where creativity can thrive

Where this course can take you

Video Editor

Film & Broadcasting Companies

Edit for Broadcasting Companies

Edit videos for Live-Action Film Studios

2D Animator

Work in the animation field to create 2D animations

Create 2D animations to bring your stories to life in the animation industry.

Create 2D animations as a freelancer

Video Editor

Work in Social Media and Marketing fields.

Create content for social media & marketing agencies to stand out from the rest.

Create show stopping media for the public eye

Testimonials

Testimonials from past students

“Busy doing After Effects with Lodi Paul, what a powerhouse of information and inspirational lecturer. True quality education, knowledge and experience it’s opened my world to another dimension in what’s available in the world of advertising, motion graphics, animation and the like. Thanks Lodi” - Grant Cyan Williams

“The course and lecturer was great. When I didn’t understand something I could always ask without feeling bad. The way in which the course was conducted was great. My overall experience was good and I will definitely come back.” - Stacey Okkers

“Lovely experience, was patiently and thoroughly taught the essentials of After Effects. The course schedule worked perfectly with my work schedule. Everything was easy to understand and helping assistance was always available.” - Diandra McPherson

“I have done short courses at a different institution before and I must say that my experience at the Academy of Digital Arts was infinitely better. The lecturer was great, very informative and always willing to help. Even though I had a very good understanding and a lot of experience in After Effects before the course I found that I learnt a lot regardless and got and even better understanding of the program which is what I wanted to achieve. I actually wish the course had been a week or two longer just to gain more knowledge but I think I’ll have to come back to the Academy of Digital Arts for a different course.” - Morgana Marengo

Full Price

Pricing is TBD

Final pricing options for this intake will be available soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

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