Video Software Training in Chicago, IL

Adobe After Effects is the leading software for the creation of motion graphics, animation, video effects, and visually stunning titles. This popular workshop introduces system setup, text and layer animation, working with masks, animating cut-outs, keyframing and compositing. Share your screen with the instructor if you have questions, and be on your...

This course reviews the basics of editing with DaVinci Resolve. With a focus on editorial work where you might be part of a bigger team of specialists, you’ll learn the skills you need to automate the ingest process and organize your media, metadata and settings so that you’ll become the guru that others will look to for expert advice. You will...

With cloud access, broad native file support, and comprehensive output options, Premiere is a versatile choice for any multimedia video project. Extend your editing workflow by choosing an NLE that seamlessly integrates with other Adobe programs like After Effects and Photoshop, allowing for optimal motion graphic workflows. This is an online Post-Production...

In this three-day course, you’ll get a thorough overview of the interface, tools, features, and production flow for DaVinci Resolve. Students will understand how to balance, create continuity and develop styles and looks which bring mood and tone to moving images and the storyline. Using hands-on lessons, you’ll learn the techniques used by professionals...

PR101 is designed to allow those new to video editing learn to assemble video, audio, images and titles into a cohesive sequence that tells a story. This courses teaches you how to best utilize Premiere Pro for your video editing projects from content for websites, product demonstrations to corporate videos and other promotional or educational purposes....

This two-day advanced class will help you achieve better results from this comprehensive application. Building on concepts from After Effects Level 1 and Level 2 classes, this course covers all about alphas (straight vs. pre-multiplied alphas, working with Photoshop and Illustrator and vector paint) and advanced formatting and rendering (video, interlaced...

Take your After Effects skills to the next level by building on your essential skills to enhance your motion editing and compositing. You will learn how to create more complex documents and work with a variety of palettes and tools to further understand the capabilities of this high-end design application.  You will discover the pitfalls and...

Explore advanced techniques used by professionals to create motion graphics and video effects for real-world applications. Learn about advanced 3D kinetic typography and infographic techniques, expressions, audio and linking vision to audio, and much more. Industry standard tips and tricks for color correction and special effects are some of the key...

Are you new to video making or do you want to learn some new creative production tips? This introductory video class looks at essential video equipment as well as more advanced concepts. You will receive expert advice on techniques that can be applied to existing or future video projects. Online video is a must have for marketing. This class is ideal...

Fusion uses a node-based interface for 2D and true 3D visual effects compositing. You’ll learn how a node-based interface is a powerful alternative that works like a flow chart, making it easy to see the entire composition and quickly make changes. This class will also take you step-by-step through the basics of visual effects and motion graphics...

After Effects produces motion graphics and visual effects for film, video, multimedia, and the Web. We'll learn to setup and pre-roll, work with text, render, integrate Photoshop images, use transparency and alpha channels, use advanced motion techniques, and more. Course Outline Getting to Know the Workflow Customizing the Workspace Importing...

This two-day intermediate class will take you beyond the basics by focusing on industry standard best-practices for creating motion graphics.  Building on concepts learned in the level one class, you will learn how to incorporate text, graphics, and effects to your movies.  Upon completion of this course, you will have an excellent understanding...

This class will take students beyond the basics of After Effects. The course expands students knowledge into more advance techniques for creation of effects for animation and video. Topics included are compositing, layers, rotoscoping and green screen. Course Outline Animating a Multimedia Presentation Animating using Parenting Masking Video...

A non-beginner’s class.The student must be familiar with browsing, logging on, setting up project, editing, and exporting edited timeline platforms in Adobe Premiere. This class will look at using:  Tools Track audio menu Effects window  Timeline pancaking Media browsing Working with different resolutions on a timeline Adjustment...

This two-day workshop covers everything you need to know to create amazing mobile live stream video productions. Using Facebook Live and Live to Air, you’ll learn which devices, apps and support gear best suit your projects, how to set up professional lighting on the go, and techniques to capture excellent audio. You’ll...