Module 1: Introduction to After Effects

• What is After Effects?
• Motion graphics vs VFX
• Interface overview (Timeline, Composition, Panels)
• Creating compositions & project setup
• Understanding frame rates, resolution & aspect ratios
• File formats & project organization

Module 2: Workspace & Tools

• Selection & transform tools
• Pen tool for masks & shapes
• Shape layers vs Solid layers
• Layer properties: Position, Scale, Rotation, Opacity, Anchor Point
• Timeline navigation & keyframe basics

Module 3: Animation Fundamentals

• Keyframing animation
• Easy Ease, Graph Editor & speed curves
• Motion Blur
• Using Null Objects for control
• Parenting & linking layers
• Pre-composing & nesting animations

Module 4: Working With Text & Typography

• Text layers: titles, lower thirds
• Text animation presets
• Text animators (tracking, opacity, rotation, position)
• Kinetic typography
• 3D text basics

Module 5: Shapes & Motion Graphics

• Shape layer animations
• Trim Paths animation
• Creating logo reveals
• Infographics animation (charts, graphs, icons)
• Masking techniques for creative transitions

Module 6: Visual Effects (VFX)

• Using masks for VFX
• Rotoscoping (Roto Brush & Refine Edge)
• Motion tracking & stabilization
• Green screen / chroma key with Keylight
• Match moving basics
• Removing objects from video

Module 7: Effects & Presets

• Blur, Glow, Distort & Stylize effects
• Color correction: Lumetri Color
• Noise & grain control
• Time effects (Time Stretch, Time Remap)
• Creating cinematic looks

Module 8: 3D in After Effects

• 3D layers & cameras
• Lights & shadows
• Camera animation
• 3D space navigation
• Introduction to Cinema 4D Lite (optional)

Module 9: Motion Tracking & Expressions

• Point tracking, planar tracking
• 3D camera tracking
• Expressions basics
• Loop, wiggle & automation expressions
• Creating advanced animations with minimal keyframes

Module 10: Audio & Video Integration

• Importing audio
• Syncing audio & animation
• Using audio waveforms
• Editing & replacing footage
• Working with multiple formats