Video + Animation

You need knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator. Get our addon for $550 — you can start as soon as you’re ready.

Which software will I need?

Each lesson is delivered in a video recording where you’ll hear the instructor talk while you view what she’s doing on her screen. You can pause, rewind and rewatch.

The lessons come with files used in the lesson (also included on the USB or online) so you can try out the skills on your own. Most lessons also have homework assignments, which are similar to those a motion designer might create as part of her job. You will submit that to your instructor and get feedback from her.

You’ll have access to the course videos for 2 years.

Yup! We have two packages so you can choose the one that works best for you.

Online Package: You’ll receive your course login information by email within 48 business hours of registering.

Your student portal will contain:

• all course outline booklets
• instructions and videos
• lesson files
• Plus contact information for any questions; we’re here for you all the way.

USB Package: Your course materials are packed into our signature stylish folder, including:

• A course outline booklet describing what we’ll cover in each lesson along with that lesson’s homework assignment.
• A QuickStart guide which walks you through the process of getting started with the course. (Of course, if you have any questions you can contact us!)
• Your USB drive, which contains all of the course videos, design videos, and all files discussed during the lessons so that you can follow along on your own computer.
• Your HW files so you do not have download any video clips for your HW projects

Premiere Pro and After Effects are very graphic intensive programs. If you would like to render 4K videos and 3D in After Effects you want the strongest computer you can get. You can start with a lower range computer then what is mentioned below, and invest in one as you see how your computer handles video.

Here are recommended computer requirements. The below is for a PC (you can get a Mac, but the USB version of the course is only available on Windows).

You need a computer with (at least):

• I7 processor
• Try for 32GB RAM or higher
• USB drive
• Mouse (not just a trackpad)
• 15-inch screen (the bigger the better)
• Nvidia RTX series. (3060-Ti and others)
• The ability to play audio and videos

We also recommend email or internet access if you plan to send in your projects for comments. This does not have to be on the computer you are taking the course on, of course.

The course could take you anywhere from 3 months to 6 months. It can even be done faster, depending on how intensely you pace yourself (but remember: you’ll also be dealing with the usual lineup of tests and reports from school…). Most students complete 1-2 lessons with projects per week.

When you sign up, we’ll work with you to create a personalized schedule so you can pace yourself properly.

Glad you asked. 🙂 Support is one of the hallmarks of The Bold Edge courses. We’re here for any questions you have, including 7 months of support and project feedback.(OK, that’s not really accurate. We actually answer our graduates’ questions way after they finish the course, too!)

If you’re salivating at the thought of learning advanced software and creating epic illustrations, getting in touch with your creative side and finding an outlet you’ll love… you won’t think of this as learning. It will be your downtime after a long day at school; you’ll probably find the videos and assignments a fun escape.

Can’t relate? This course might not be for you. Find something you love!