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Unlock your creativity with our wide range of animation classes in Seattle. Learn the art of character design 2D and 3D animation, and bring your imagination to life with the skills and techniques you'll gain from these hands-on courses.

2 classes in-person in Seattle have spots left, and 18 classes live online are available.

Motion Graphics Certificate

Noble Desktop - Virtually Online

Become a skilled Motion Graphics Designer and master the art of animating motion graphics, creating visual effects, and editing videos using industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Cinema 4D Lite. Develop a strong portfolio showcasing your creative techniques and gain the skills needed to meet the growing demand for video professionals.

(372) All levels 18 and older
$3,495

16 sessions

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After Effects Bootcamp

Noble Desktop - Virtually Online

Discover the secrets of creating captivating motion graphics and animations in this comprehensive course. Gain hands-on experience with real-world projects and learn from a leading instructor, as you delve into techniques like motion tracking and animating 3D layers. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop recommended.

(372) All levels 18 and older
$975

3 sessions

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After Effects in a Day

Noble Desktop - Virtually Online

Learn how to create stunning animations, add music and sounds, and import files from Illustrator and Photoshop in this hands-on workshop at Noble Desktop. Perfect for beginners looking to master After Effects in just one day.

(372) All levels 18 and older
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Video Editing & Animation Certificate (High School)

NextGen Bootcamp - Virtually Online

Learn industry-standard video editing and animation skills in this comprehensive certificate program. Master Adobe Premiere Pro to create professional video projects, then take your skills further with advanced techniques in After Effects. Launch your career in film or multimedia with this hands-on course.

(61) All levels 13 - 18 years old
$2,495

8 sessions

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Video Editing & Animation Certificate (High School)

NextGen Bootcamp @ Live Virtual

Unlock your creativity and bring your video projects to life with the Video Editing & Animation Certificate at NextGen Bootcamp. Master industry-standard software, Adobe Premiere Pro, for professional video editing, and then explore the exciting world of animation with After Effects. Start your journey towards a future in film and media today.

(61) All levels 13 - 18 years old
$2,495

8 sessions

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Animation with After Effects (High School)

NextGen Bootcamp @ Live Virtual

Learn to create eye-catching animations and dazzling visual effects with Adobe After Effects in this hands-on summer program at NextGen Bootcamp. Dive into basic animation concepts and processes, and then explore advanced techniques such as title and text animation, 3D layer animation, and motion tracking. Suitable for beginners with no previous experience in animation or design.

(61) All levels 13 - 18 years old
$1,299

4 sessions

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Animation with After Effects (High School)

NextGen Bootcamp - Virtually Online

Unlock your creativity and bring your imagination to life with Animation with After Effects. Discover the exciting world of animation and motion graphics in this hands-on summer program in NYC. Join us at NextGen Bootcamp and learn how to navigate the After Effects workspace, master basic animation techniques, and create stunning visual effects.

(61) All levels 13 - 18 years old
$1,499

4 sessions

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Video Editing Certificate

Noble Desktop - Virtually Online

Master the art of video editing, audio editing, and motion graphics at a leading institution. Learn the creative techniques and workflow required to transform concepts into fully edited videos. Elevate your skills and stand out to potential clients or employers with a compelling video editing demo reel.

(372) All levels 18 and older
$2,995

13 sessions

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Adobe After Effects Private Training

Noble Desktop - Virtually Online

Unlock the power of motion graphics with this comprehensive training. Master Adobe After Effects' interface, timeline, and layer animation techniques to craft stunning GIFs, animate logos, and seamlessly integrate artwork from Illustrator and Photoshop.

(372) All levels 13 and older

After Effects Advanced

Noble Desktop - Virtually Online

Take your After Effects skills to the next level with this advanced course at Noble Desktop. Master text and shape animations, learn video compositing techniques, and discover how to speed up your workflow with expressions. Enhance your motion graphics and compositing skills with hands-on projects in this immersive course.

(372) Advanced 18 and older
$975

3 sessions

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Cinema 4D in After Effects Bootcamp

Noble Desktop - Virtually Online

Unlock the power of 3D graphics in your After Effects projects with this immersive hands-on course. Learn to create and animate stunning 3D models, apply textures, and seamlessly integrate with After Effects using Cinema 4D Lite. Expand your skill set and take your motion projects to new heights.

(372) All levels 18 and older
$975

6 sessions

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Adobe After Effects Level I (Online)

Manhattan Edit Workshop @ Virtual Class room

Learn the essentials of Adobe After Effects for motion graphics and visual effects with this introductory online course. Discover traditional After Effects workflow, basic animation techniques, keying, and 3D effects. Gain the skills needed to create compelling motion graphics and visual effects.

(95) Beginner 16 and older
$1,295

3 sessions

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Adobe After Effects Level II (Online)

Manhattan Edit Workshop @ Virtual Class room

Take your motion graphics skills to the next level with a two-day intermediate class at Manhattan Edit Workshop. Learn industry-standard practices for creating stunning visuals in Adobe After Effects. Enhance your movies with text, graphics, and effects and gain a high level of efficiency in your work.

(95) Intermediate 16 and older
$1,095

2 sessions

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After Effects Bootcamp

Training Connection @ Online

Learn to create special effects and motion graphics in this After Effects course at Training Connection. Perfect for graphic and video professionals looking to enhance their editing and compositing skills, this hands-on bootcamp covers everything from basic animation to advanced concepts like 3D and particle simulations. No prior experience is required.

(158) All levels 14 and older
$1,995

5 sessions

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After Effects Fundamentals

Training Connection @ Online

Master Adobe After Effects in this hands-on course at Training Connection. Suitable for graphic and video professionals looking to enhance their editing and compositing abilities, this course offers both beginners and experienced users the opportunity to learn and practice various projects and tricks. No prior experience with After Effects is required.

(158) Beginner 14 and older
$1,495

3 sessions

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After Effects Advanced

Training Connection @ Online

Take your After Effects skills to the next level with this advanced course. Learn motion tracking, advanced masking, 3D effects, and more in this comprehensive training program designed for experienced users. Elevate your video production with Training Connection.

(158) Advanced 14 and older
$995

2 sessions

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Adobe After Effects I (Online)

Key Code Education @ Virtual Classroom

Unlock the full potential of Adobe After Effects with Key Code Education's immersive course. Learn to create stunning motion graphics, master advanced animation techniques, and discover the power of video blending and keying effects. Perfect for editors, VFX editors, and graphic artists seeking to elevate their skills.

(8) Beginner 18 and older
$1,175

4 sessions

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After Effects Bootcamp

NYC Career Centers - Virtually Online

Master the art of creating professional videos, animations, and special effects with After Effects. Elevate your skills in motion graphics and animation, from basic techniques to advanced motion tracking and particle effects. Take your video editing to the next level at NYC Career Centers.

(680) All levels 18 and older
$975

3 sessions

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Adobe After Effects II (Online)

Key Code Education @ Virtual Classroom

Enhance your motion editing and compositing in Adobe After Effects with Key Code Education's advanced online course. Learn complex document creation, work with a variety of palettes and tools, and discover best practices for creating professional-grade motion graphics and video effects. Perfect for editors, VFX editors, and graphic artists looking to take their skills to the next level.

(8) All levels 18 and older
$1,175

4 sessions

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Learning to Stream from a YouTube and Twitch Partner

Mt. San Antonio College

Unlock your potential in the world of online streaming with this course that teaches you the essential hardware, software, and strategies needed to grow your platform and build a following. Discover the secrets to creating engaging content, mastering video editing, and choosing the right streaming platform. Take the first step towards a successful business venture in streaming.

(81) Beginner 18 and older
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Reviews for Animation Classes in Seattle

Animation Classes in Seattle are rated 4.6 stars based on 1,455 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Adobe After Effects Level II (Online)

    Reviewed by David S. on 5/27/2021
    Chad was wonderful! Very clear instruction, great attitude, and a lot of fun!
  • Adobe After Effects Level I (Online)

    Reviewed by Kedrick W. on 10/16/2020
    Amazing class taught by Mr.Mark Chandler. The 3 jam-packed days were just a steller foundation on what's possible with creating in After Effects and Premiere. The class was a mixture of informational lessons and real-world perspectives. I feel more confident tackling more AE projects now.
  • After Effects in a Day

    Anonymous review on 11/7/2019
    Amazing instructor!
  • After Effects in a Day

    Reviewed by Mary B. on 10/17/2019
    Great teacher! Learned a lot in one day.
  • After Effects in a Day

    Anonymous review on 8/3/2019
    Very good for learning with no experience or for filling in the gaps from self teaching AfterEffects. Wish there were a little more complex concepts taught other than just moving shapes around on 2D space but you can only teach so much in a day. Got a little too quick towards the end when exporting projects and learning different compressions so it felt arbitrary to even explain. But overall good class and great teacher, perfect pace for learning from scratch and if you need to learn specifically how to make gifs and logos
  • After Effects Bootcamp

    Reviewed by Dov A. on 5/2/2019
    Kalika was a fantastic instructor bringing patience and humor to every lesson. Thanks to her, I have a strong grasp on the topics covered, am confident in my skills and capability to delve further into the app. Kalika is the rare teacher who goes the extra mile for her students because she's happy to. One suggestion note is that there are a few lessons that start off with importing or setting up in more than one way for the sake of learning how different modes function. I think the class would benefit from taking time in between the demonstrations to practice that part before continuing into the bulk of the lesson - I found that I forgot what the take-away was from that initial portion of the lesson by the time the demonstration was over, and conducting that portion on my own created an interruption between the demonstration and going through the section on my own.
  • After Effects in a Day

    Anonymous review on 5/17/2018
    The class was challenging, but it was a great introduction to what's possible in After Effects!
  • After Effects in a Day

    Reviewed by Vanessa S. on 3/19/2018
    Great teacher who's passionate about what she teaches. She's also really helpful and insightful with answering questions.
  • After Effects in a Day

    Reviewed by Neela A. on 9/29/2017
    love it!
  • After Effects Bootcamp

    Reviewed by Eric Vasquez on 7/11/2016
    I had been trying to learn After Effects on my own for a while, but it wasn't until I decided to take the course through Noble Desktop that things really started to make sense for me. Now I feel that I have a solid foundation and am more excited than before about learning After Effects. As much as I enjoyed this class, I only wish that there was a second part to this course or something that would take you into some of the more intermediate/advanced techniques with track mattes, rotoscoping, null objects etc.

Discover the Best Animation Classes in Seattle

The 21st century is an exciting time in the field of animation, or the art of creating the illusion of moving pictures. Historians argue over what film may be considered the birth of animation, but Émile Cohl’s Fantasmagorie (1908) is considered by most to be the first animated movie to use the techniques that defined the industry for decades. Much of the history of animation is dominated by illustrators creating 2D pictures by hand, frequently in the form of cel animation, in order to tell stories through film or as part of advertisements featured on television or in movie theaters.

Over the second half of the 20th century, experiments with early computer graphics gradually turned animation into an art form dominated by digitally created images. While the use of 2D animation continues into the 21st century—especially through the popularity of anime for all ages—today, 3D animation is increasingly en vogue, with technology opening up new possibilities for realism every year.

While many working in animation today continue the exciting tradition of storytelling through animated films, opportunities for Animators include jobs in game design, marketing, web design, and immersive experiences ranging from virtual reality to large-scale events. While AI and other technological advances foretell significant shifts in the field, interest and demand for essential human elements in the art form promises job security for those drawn to the field. The creative day-to-day work of the Animator, combined with animation’s estimated market growth to $531.237 billion by 2028, makes the animation industry appealing for smart creatives.

Best Animation Classes & Schools in Seattle

After Effects Essentials Luminous Works Training - 1406 NW 53rd St, Ste 3A, Seattle, WA 98107

Aspiring animation professionals are encouraged to join this class on the essentials of After Effects to gain a foundational understanding of the software. Students will learn the step-by-step process of creating motion graphics, from beginning a composition to rendering a final product. With a solid knowledge of workflow, effects and presets, and layers, you will have the basic knowledge needed to create the cinematic magic of your dreams by the end of the course.

Prerequisites: This class is appropriate for beginners with basic computer knowledge, but familiarity with Adobe products, video applications, and design softwares can be helpful. Experience with Premiere Pro Essentials and Photoshop Essentials is recommended but not required.

Duration: Two 7-hour sessions

Cost: $595

Adobe Animate Core Skills: Level 1 ONLC Training Centers - 1700 Seventh Ave, Ste 2100, Seattle, WA 98101

This hands-on beginners’ class introduces students to Animate’s interface and guides them through the process of creating animations and publishing them for multiple formats. Students will learn the differences between frame-by-frame animation, motion paths, and motion tweens. The instructor will also introduce Animate’s Motion Editor and the process of editing property curves. 

Prerequisites: Basic computer skills are required for this class, including file management.

Duration: Two 6.75-hour sessions

Cost: $795

Motion Graphics & Video Editing Portfolio Development Noble Desktop - Online

A demo reel is a must for anyone preparing for a career in motion graphics and video editing. This animation portfolio-development course supports students in creating this reel while providing thorough instruction in industry concepts. Students will also learn how to find jobs in motion graphics and video editing, two careers that typically work with the same software on the same projects in the same workplace.

Prerequisites: This class requires the equivalent knowledge of Noble Desktop’s After Effects and Premiere Pro Bootcamps.

Duration: Five 7-hour classes or ten 3-hour classes

Cost: $1,495

Seattle Industries That Use Animation

While Seattle isn’t the largest city in the U.S. for film and television, some traditional storytelling animation jobs are available in the area. However, The city is a major game development hub, hosting animation giants such as Twitch, Big Fish, and Wizards of the Coast. And Seattle’s bustling virtual reality scene offers many animation opportunities in the cutting-edge field. 

Tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft are major employers of Animators in the Seattle region, as well as other large corporations, such as Starbucks, who utilize motion graphics in their web design and marketing. Many thriving agencies and creative firms employ animation professionals to meet today’s high demand for motion graphics—animation that doesn’t include a storyline—in advertising, marketing, and website design and maintenance.

While 2023 tech layoffs throughout the U.S. have disproportionately affected Seattle’s population, the city’s tradition of successful startups will no doubt support continued job growth for Animators and other tech professionals. While various technological innovations promise changes in the field, history tells us these create as many jobs as they render obsolete—if not more.

Animation Jobs & Salaries in Seattle

The metropolitan area of Seattle employs the second-highest number of Special Effects Artists and Animators in the U.S., only exceeded by Los Angeles, the filmmaking capital of the U.S. Seattle’s annual mean wage for the industry in 2022 was about $97,000, and the hourly mean wage was around $46. With 3,140 Seattleites working in the field, they significantly outnumber the Animators active in San Francisco and New York. The career of a Seattle Animator is far more likely to be in motion graphics or game design than in filmmaking, so if Disney and Pixar are your inspiration for a career in animation, you’re more likely to find jobs that align with your dreams in cities like LA and San Francisco.

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