Character Animation Bootcamp

2D
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wksIf you’ve ever tried to animate a character in After Effects, you know how difficult it can be. In this course, you'll learn key character animation techniques in After Effects. From simple movements to complex scenes, you'll be confident in your character animation skills by the end of this course.
Registration StartsMar 8, 2021 • 8 AM ET
Course StartsApr 5, 2021 • 8 AM ET

Over 25 Hours of Video Instruction

Exercises & Project Files for Every Lesson

In-Depth Feedback from Professional Animators
Character Animation is HARD!
If you've ever tried to animate a character in After Effects, you know that the results aren't always what you would expect. Walks look like they're sliding, jumps that feel more like floating in space, movements feel too mechanical, it can be a nightmare. If this describes your experience with character animation, this course has you covered. By the end of Character Animation Bootcamp, you'll know how to create charming character animations that look good and feel right.


Morgan Williams
Morgan has been a professional animator and animation director for over 20 years. He has created work for numerous clients including Sony Pictures, the BBC, Comedy Central, and WGBH Boston, and has been the recipient of several awards including a local ADDY®, a Telly, and a Best in Show award at Minnesota Siggraph. His short film work has been screened at festivals around the world including the Philadelphia International Film Festival and the Annecy International Animation Festival. Morgan is a Certified Duik Instructor and a full time faculty member at Ringling College of Art and Design teaching and developing curriculum in the Department of Motion Design.
Meet your classmates, get comfy with the course format, and dive right in with a lesson on using rigged characters and an Evaluation exercise designed to let us see where you are starting from.
- Familiarize Yourself with the Course
- Practice with Rigged Characters
- Workflow Tips and Tricks
Apr 5 *
1 Project

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Don't Learn Alone
Our student community is welcoming, diverse, and growing rapidly.
Don't Learn Alone
Our student community is welcoming, diverse, and growing rapidly.
Don't Learn Alone
Our student community is welcoming, diverse, and growing rapidly.
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