Video Editing with Adobe After Effects

Introduction

• Video editing is a valuable skill that enabled me to start an online business and grow significantly.
• Adobe After Effects is a top choice among editing software, offering extensive freedom and flexibility.

Getting Started with Adobe After Effects

1. Opening the Software

   • Create a new composition to start a project.
   • Adjust settings like resolution, frame rate, and background color.

2. Understanding the Layout

   • Timeline: Bottom area for animation adjustments.
   • Project Panel: Manage assets to use in compositions.
   • Effect Controls: Panel for effects adjustments.
   • Highly customizable workspace for personalized experience.

Importing and Arranging Assets

• Drag and drop files into the software to import.
• Organize assets in the timeline for final export.
• Adjust scale and align assets for accurate composition alignment.

Animation Basics

1. Using Keyframes

   • Animate properties like position, scaling, rotation, and opacity.
   • Create smooth animations using the graph editor.

2. Animating with Effects

   • Add effects like glow using keyframes.
   • Fine-tune animations for natural, dynamic results.

Advanced Animation and Effects

• Utilize text and shape tools for creative layers.
• Animate texts and other layers for added depth to projects.

Finalizing Projects

• Rendering: Export projects using the render queue.
• Use Adobe Media Encoder for file compression.

Additional Learning Resources

• Creator Syndicate: Private group offering tutorials and resources to enhance skills and client engagement as a video editor.
• Options for personalized feedback and live Q&A sessions available.

Conclusion

• Vast capabilities of After Effects allow for advanced animations and 3D effects.
• Continued learning opportunities are available to master editing software efficiently and profitably.