Motion Design Courses
Brush up on your design & animation chops, master software, or learn a new technique.
Upcoming Sessions
- Summer 2021 | Jul 5, 2021
- Fall 2021 | Oct 4, 2021
Flexible Payments
Pay in monthly installments, or all at once.
Flexible Learning
Learn from anywhere at your ideal pace.
Course Catalog
Getting Started
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Scholarship Application
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with School of MotionApply to gain access to one of our session based courses next session, and everything that comes with it.
10
days2D
Free
No Payment Required
The Path To MoGraph
with Joey KorenmanDive into the exciting world of motion design with a free 10-day animation course created exclusively for beginners.
The Fundamentals
8
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
After Effects Kickstart
with Nol HonigLearn the basics of the world's most popular motion design software in this After Effects intro course taught by Nol Honig.
8
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
Photoshop and Illustrator Unleashed
with Jake BartlettTake an essential step in your motion design journey by mastering the basics of Photoshop and Illustrator in this intro course from Jake Bartlett.
8
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
Design Kickstart
with Michael FrederickBegin your journey to mastering the Principles of Design by taking this important foundational course.
12
wks3D
3 Payments of
$414
Cinema 4D Basecamp
with EJ HassenfratzJourney into the exciting world of 3D in this Cinema 4D basics course taught by industry expert, EJ Hassenfratz.
Core Creative Skills
1
days2D
Free
No Payment Required
Level Up!
with Ryan SummersDiscover how to grow your Motion Design career in this free, instant access course.
4
wks2D
1 Payment of
$397
Demo Reel Dash
with Ryan SummersLearn how to create a demo reel aligned with your career goals AND market yourself to reach the audience that can help unlock the next step in your career.
12
wks2D
3 Payments of
$414
Design Bootcamp
with Mike FrederickCreate incredible design work for animation projects in this course from Mike Frederick. Unlock essential storyboard techniques using Illustrator and Photoshop.
12
wks2D
3 Payments of
$414
Animation Bootcamp
with Joey KorenmanDiscover the hidden techniques behind organic motion design animation in this essential After Effects course from Joey Korenman.
12
wks2D
3 Payments of
$414
Illustration for Motion
with Sarah Beth MorganExplore the exciting world of illustration for animation projects in this drawing course from Sarah Beth Morgan.
12
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
Character Animation Bootcamp
with Morgan WilliamsLearn the basics of character animation and rigging in this After Effects course taught by Morgan Williams.
2
wks2D
1 Payment of
$197
Rigging Academy 2.0
with Morgan WilliamsRefine your character rigging skills in After Effects using DUIK Bassel in this self-paced course taught by Morgan Williams.
Advanced Training
12
wks3D
3 Payments of
$414
Cinema 4D Ascent
with EJ HassenfratzEJ Hassenfratz returns for this fun, exciting course, which dives deeper into Cinema 4D and the fundamental concepts every 3D artist should know for that next level of work.
9
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
Advanced Motion Methods
with Sander van DijkTest your After Effects skills in this advanced animation course taught by motion design legend, Sander van Dijk.
12
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
Explainer Camp
with Jake BartlettFrom working with clients to animation in After Effects, this course will teach you how to craft professional explainer videos with the help of Jake Bartlett.
Next-Level Techniques
12
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
Expression Session
with Zack Lovatt & Nol HonigThis exciting course from Zack Lovatt and Nol Honig will teach you to develop advanced motion design techniques by tackling expressions in After Effects.
8
wks3D
3 Payments of
$348
Lights, Camera, Render!
Advanced Lighting and Camera Work in Cinema 4D
with David AriewMaster cinematic concepts and learn the techniques that go into creating amazing renders in this advanced 3D cinematography course taught by everyone's favorite Octane artist, David Ariew.
12
wks2D
3 Payments of
$348
VFX for Motion
with Mark ChristiansenLearn professional compositing techniques in this exclusive After Effects course taught by VFX expert, Mark Christensen.
*Prices listed are for payment plan installments. A discounted full-pay option is also available. Full pricing information for each course is available on the course’s detail page.
Don't Learn Alone
Our student community is welcoming, diverse, and growing rapidly.
Connect with Industry Pros
Gain unprecedented access to professional artists at the highest levels of Motion Design.
Don't Learn Alone
Our student community is welcoming, diverse, and growing rapidly.
Connect with Industry Pros
Gain unprecedented access to professional artists at the highest levels of Motion Design.
Don't Learn Alone
Our student community is welcoming, diverse, and growing rapidly.
Connect with Industry Pros
Gain unprecedented access to professional artists at the highest levels of Motion Design.
Don't Learn Alone
Our student community is welcoming, diverse, and growing rapidly.
Connect with Industry Pros
Gain unprecedented access to professional artists at the highest levels of Motion Design.
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