Fundamentals of Animation in After Effects

Overview

“I will start by talking you through what a showreel is and why it’s so important to have one. I’ll also walk you through a few tips and tricks on what makes a great reel along with a few of my personal favourites.”

In this video lesson Michael Tierney addresses the topic: What Is a Showreel?, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fundamentals of Animation in After Effects. Master the basics of animation and motion graphics to create a unique showreel with After Effects.

Partial transcription of the video

“What is a Showreel? Showreels are created to showcase your work and they're perfect to promote yourself in the industry. Now I'll show you what a showreel is and why it's so important. Think of them as your digital CV where future clients only need to press play. Most clients nowadays only ask for your showreel rather than your CV. Let me show you what a showreel is. A showreel is expected to be from 30 to 100 seconds long. It's the highlight of your best bits and the animations that you best feel represent you as a designer, your skills, your experience, and your work. Many showreels show ...”

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Course summary for: Fundamentals of Animation in After Effects

• Level: Beginner
• 99% positive reviews (185)
• 6027 students
• 5 units
• 18 lessons (2h 52m)
• 13 downloads

• Category

  3D & Animation

• Software

  Adobe After Effects

• Areas

  Animation, Digital Design, Motion Graphics, Photography Post-production, Portfolio Development