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Learn how to create incredible motion graphics and visual effects in our self-paced After Effects classes.

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  • After Effects Course Online

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    • 18 Hours
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    Learn to create compelling video content with Adobe After Effects. This course covers the basics of animation, text effects, and file integration needed to start creating impressive visual content from scratch. Get hands-on experience with real-world projects taught by an experienced instructor.

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  • Video Editing Certificate Online

    • Weekdays or evenings
    • 78 Hours
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    Become a skilled Video Editor by learning video editing, motion graphics, and audio editing using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. Showcase your expertise by creating a professional video editing demo reel to impress prospective clients or employers.

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  • Motion Graphics Certificate Online

    • Weekdays or evenings
    • 96 Hours
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    Learn motion graphics and visual effects with Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro. Develop your skills in animation, video editing, and special effects, and create a motion graphics demo reel to showcase your work to potential clients or employers.

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  • Video Editing & Motion Graphics Certificate Online

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    • 108 Hours
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    Become a skilled Video Editor and Motion Graphics Designer by learning Adobe Premiere Pro, and After Effects. Develop creative techniques and concepts for editing videos, and showcase your skills by creating a professional demo reel.

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  • After Effects Advanced Course Online

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    • 18 Hours
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    Dive into the dynamic world of Adobe After Effects with this advanced course, designed to elevate your animation and motion graphics skills. From mastering 3D layers and custom shapes to optimizing animations with expressions, you'll create captivating visuals that stand out in any project.

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  • After Effects Workshop Online

    • Weekdays or evenings
    • 6 Hours
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    Learn the basics of the Adobe After Effects user interface, timeline, and layer animation in this accelerated training course. Gain the skills needed to create GIFs, animate logos, and import layered files from Illustrator and Photoshop.

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  • After Effects Certification Course Online

    • Evenings or weekdays
    • 54 Hours
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    Develop high-impact motion graphics and visual effects while preparing for the Adobe After Effects Certification exam through hands-on classes and private tutoring. This in-depth program covers beginner to advanced techniques, equipping you with the skills and credentials to stand out in animation and video production.

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  • After Effects Compositing, Tracking, & Keying Course Online

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    • 18 Hours
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    This course unlocks the power of Adobe After Effects, teaching you to create stunning visual effects and professional-grade motion graphics. Master techniques like motion tracking, compositing, and time remapping to take your video projects to new heights of creativity and impact.

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  • Motion Graphics & Video Editing Portfolio Development Course Online

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    • 18 Hours
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    Level up your video editing and motion graphics skills with this hands-on course. Learn editing principles, motion design, and best practices to create unique projects. Build an impressive demo reel to showcase your work.

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  • After Effects Course Online (Self-Paced)

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    Learn to create compelling video content with Adobe After Effects. This course covers the basics of animation, text effects, and file integration needed to start creating impressive visual content from scratch. Get hands-on experience with real-world projects taught by an experienced instructor.

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After Effects Course Online (Self-Paced)

Lesson 1: Creating a Social Media Ad
Lesson 2: Finalizing and Exporting the Social Media Ad
Lesson 3: Creating an Infographic Animation
Lesson 4: Logo & Title Animation
Lesson 5: Medical Animation
Lesson 6: Shapes, Animation & Compositing
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    “Noble Desktop is far and away the most efficient way of gaining computer graphics skills. They give real-world exercises to work on, teach best practices, and inspire many an ‘aha!’ moment. Highly recommended.”
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From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and custom-crafted curriculum, we deliver results our alumni are proud of.

I learned a lot about animating graphs, path animation, and various other animating techniques. I'm glad I took this course.

Deston B.

A very demanding program, so you have to pay attention fully, but I like the challenge and my instructor.

Deston B.

Great experience so far!

Angeline Pompei

Jerron was excellent!!

Robert S.

Jerron’s knowledge and charisma truly elevated the course, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a quality instructor!

Xenia Huang

I never imagined I could complete an 18-hour After Effects course and genuinely enjoy the process. Not once did I feel lost (thank you, Jerron, for answering all my questions and being so clear). By the end, I had learned more than I would have in months of self-study. Without a doubt, it was money well spent.

Celina Bebenek

Being that this would be my first spin, so to speak, at this type of work, Jerron was very helpful and was informative about things pertaining to our learning subjects.

Melvin Y.

Gerry was very well-versed in the material and took his time to make sure all students understood the project. He was open to questions and genuinely seemed excited to teach a beginner's course. This was a great experience, and I would definitely recommend this course to other folks.

Katie L.

Our After Effects Classes Online are rated 4.8 stars by 888 students

  • Katie L. Dec 9, 2025

    Gerry was very well-versed in the material and took his time to make sure all students understood the project. He was open to questions and genuinely seemed excited to teach a beginner's course. This was a great experience, and I would definitely recommend this course to other folks.

  • Melvin Y. Dec 8, 2025

    Being that this would be my first spin, so to speak, at this type of work, Jerron was very helpful and was informative about things pertaining to our learning subjects.

  • Celina Bebenek Nov 17, 2025

    I never imagined I could complete an 18-hour After Effects course and genuinely enjoy the process. Not once did I feel lost (thank you, Jerron, for answering all my questions and being so clear). By the end, I had learned more than I would have in months of self-study. Without a doubt, it was money well spent.

  • Xenia Huang Nov 12, 2025

    Jerron’s knowledge and charisma truly elevated the course, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a quality instructor!

  • Robert S. Nov 12, 2025

    Jerron was excellent!!

  • Angeline Pompei Oct 8, 2025

    Great experience so far!

  • Deston B. Oct 1, 2025

    I learned a lot about animating graphs, path animation, and various other animating techniques. I'm glad I took this course.

  • Deston B. Oct 1, 2025

    A very demanding program, so you have to pay attention fully, but I like the challenge and my instructor.

  • Joely Saravia Aug 18, 2025

    I would recommend this course to anyone looking to get a jump start on After Effects. Jerron was very clear, friendly, and had a good pace. He also made sure nobody was left behind, either remote or in person. "We are all in this together," he said.

  • Candy Ellison Jul 28, 2025

    Jerron Smith is a great instructor with a great sense of humor; he's approachable, incredibly knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond in his teaching by not only getting you from point A to point B, but also helping you understand why you're going there.

  • Thomas Maguire May 20, 2025

    I had not sat in a classroom since 1982 prior to joining Jerron Smith's Adobe After Effects Bootcamp last week. I enjoyed every moment of the 3 days I spent at Noble. The program is exciting, and the instruction (both printed and as delivered by the very entertaining and enthusiastic Mr. Smith) could not have been better. Made me wish I had discovered Noble when I was a younger man. Loved it, thanks.

  • Anna Levy May 15, 2025

    Jerron was fantastic! Super clear when teaching and showing examples. I was remote and still felt heard and helped. Great for beginners, but it picks up the pace quickly, so it is always interesting and fun.

  • Federico V. May 14, 2025

    Jerron is a great instructor.

  • Anna R. Apr 28, 2025

    Amazing experience, I learned so much!

  • David H. Apr 9, 2025

    Jerron loves what he does. He is an excellent fit to teach both Zoom and in-person classes.

  • Ranoldo Halley Apr 8, 2025

    Jerron is a cool guy and knows his stuff. I liked the demo and the "do" aspect of the classes. It was also fun to work on projects.

  • Heather Q. Feb 20, 2025

    My instructor was helpful and ensured I understood both the concepts and the execution of the course material. When I struggled with new materials, I received 1:1 support in class. Overall, the instructor provided interesting projects and resources to students who engaged in the course.

  • Che Saitta-Zelterman Feb 14, 2025

    The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. I did not feel rushed in the class at all. He explained things very slowly, which is something I appreciate because it's a very complex program. He took a lot of time to help me out when I was stuck. Also, the textbook is extremely helpful! I find it hard to take notes during these classes because I'm often looking at the screen. So, having a step-by-step guide I could follow is great.

  • Heather Q. Jan 2, 2025

    Having no prior knowledge of After Effects, I found this class to be very approachable and a great first step into learning this program. The instructor went beyond the workbook by using simple on-screen demonstrations to help students understand the basic mechanics of After Effects.

  • Erin S. Nov 13, 2024

    Jerron did a great job. I was very intimidated by After Effects and teaching it to my high school students prior to this class, but I feel like I now have a good understanding of it in order to explain it.

  • Deepika Mittal Oct 27, 2024

    Gerry Rufman made learning motion graphics both fun and challenging, breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand lessons. His dedication and personalized feedback have significantly boosted my skills and confidence.

  • Andreea Petrean Sep 25, 2024

    I loved that the instructor really took the time to address any issue/question that any of us had throughout the course. He didn't just want to check and complete the exercises in the book, but instead, he really tried to make us understand as much as possible of a pretty complex program like After Effects in a very short amount of time.

  • Julia Duncan Sep 25, 2024

    This After Effects Bootcamp was perfect! As someone who has a basic understanding of keyframes and timelines, it was perfect for learning more sophisticated skills. Highly recommend!

  • Naomi Goldrich Aug 7, 2024

    I learned so much in a relatively short amount of time, and can't wait to put my new After Effects skills to use!

  • Kearney S. Aug 5, 2024

    I came out of the class with exactly the outcome I wanted: feeling more confident in After Effects. Really enjoyed it and am excited to look into more courses with Noble Desktop.

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February 2026
After Effects Workshop Online
February 17
Tuesday 10–5pm
$425
6 Hours

Learn the basics of the Adobe After Effects user interface, timeline, and layer animation in this accelerated training course. Gain the skills needed to create GIFs, animate logos, and import layered files from Illustrator and Photoshop.

After Effects Course Online
February 17–19
Tuesday to Thursday 10–5pm
$975
18 Hours

Learn to create compelling video content with Adobe After Effects. This course covers the basics of animation, text effects, and file integration needed to start creating impressive visual content from scratch. Get hands-on experience with real-world projects taught by an experienced instructor.

Graphic Design Certificate Online
February 17–March 27
Weekdays 10–5pm
$2,995
84 Hours

Begin your journey as a professional graphic designer by learning the essential skills and tools used by industry experts. Gain hands-on experience in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, and create a stunning portfolio to showcase your talent to potential employers or clients.

March 2026
Video Editing & Motion Graphics Certificate Online
March 10–April 17
Weekdays 10–5pm
$4,995
108 Hours

Become a skilled Video Editor and Motion Graphics Designer by learning Adobe Premiere Pro, and After Effects. Develop creative techniques and concepts for editing videos, and showcase your skills by creating a professional demo reel.

Motion Graphics Certificate Online
March 10–April 17
Weekdays 10–5pm
$3,495
96 Hours

Learn motion graphics and visual effects with Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro. Develop your skills in animation, video editing, and special effects, and create a motion graphics demo reel to showcase your work to potential clients or employers.

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