Edit Videos with Premiere Pro
Adobe Premiere Pro is the industry-standard editing software used by professionals. In the first unit of this certificate program, you'll learn skills to create polished video projects in Premiere Pro, including how to import footage, organize your media in a timeline, speed up and slow down footage, color-correct video, and other foundational editing techniques. Whether you're thinking of starting a YouTube channel or considering a career in the film industry, this class will get you started.
Create Animations with After Effects
Once you've learned Premiere Pro, you'll take your skills to the next level by learning more advanced techniques using After Effects. From 3D layer animation to motion tracking and masking, you'll learn how to create dynamic graphics that are used in movies, TV shows, and video games.

Schedule & Enrollment: Video Editing & Animation Certificate NYC
- 50 Hours
- $2,795 $2,495 Early bird discount applied
- NYC or Live Online
- Work on real-world projects
- Expert instructors
- Small classes
Dates & times are listed in
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Jul 31–Aug 11 Weekdays
Expand ScheduleJul 31–Aug 3 Mon–Thu 10am–4pm Video Editing with Premiere Pro NYC Aug 4–11 Fri–Thu 10am–4pm Animation with After Effects NYC
Need more flexibility? Tap the button below to individually choose class date options for each class in this program.
Similar course for more scheduling options:
Video Editing & Animation Certificate Live Online
Tuition
As one of our smaller courses, tuition for this course is due in full before the start date.
Full Tuition
$2,795$2,495
Early bird discount applied Due before the class starts
What’s Included
- 50 hours of hands-on instruction
- Live, project-based training from experts
- Verified digital certificate of completion
- Licensed by NYS Department of Education
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What’s included with my tuition?
- A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
- Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
- Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many cohorts and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
- Supplemental materials to assist both during and after the course - please refer to specific course pages to see what supplemental materials are offered
- A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment
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Are there any additional fees or expenses?
There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.
However, if you plan to take the course live online, you may need to obtain required software. We’ll help you get set up with a free trial of paid software prior to the class. Most of our coding classes utilize freely-available open-source software. For most of our design and motion graphics courses, we will help you get set up with a free trial of Adobe Creative Cloud. If you attend the course in-person, we will have a computer already set up for you with all of the required software for no additional cost.
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Do you offer any discounts for this course?
Discounts
This program is a discounted package of classes that is 15–25% off the individual class prices.
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Work on real-world exercises & projects
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Learn from industry experts with real-world experience
We supply computers in class, no need to bring your own
Interactive Training
Learn in Real-Time with Small Class Sizes
Attend this certificate program in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects. Switch between live-online and in-person as needed, even after the course has started.
Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At NextGen Bootcamp, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.
On Campus in NYC 185 Madison Ave, NYC
Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.
- Live, interactive class
- Experienced instructor in the room with you
- Computer and software provided
Live Online Remote, from anywhere
Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.
- Live, interactive class
- Experienced instructor teaching over Zoom
- Remote setup assistance provided



Earn a NY State-Licensed Certificate
Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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Free Retake & Class Recordings
Missed a session or need a refresher? We have you covered!
Class Recordings
You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.




Video Editing & Animation Certificate NYC Curriculum
Courses in this Certificate Program
This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order. See the FAQ for more details.
Video Editing & Animation Certificate NYC Overview
Video Editing with Premiere Pro
Section 1
The Interview: Intro to Premiere Pro
- Importing Files
- Organizing the Project
- Creating a Sequence
- The Editing Workspace
- Timecode
- Syncing Audio & Video
The Interview: Fixing Audio/Color & Making Edits
- Fixing Color
- Fixing Audio (Removing Background Noise)
- Timecode
- Video with Linked Audio
- Timeline Editing Techniques
The Interview: The Source Monitor & Adding B-Roll
- Trimming Clips in the Source Monitor
- Adding B-Roll
- Working with Slow Motion (Slowmo) Footage
- Changing the Size of Footage (Scaling It)
Section 2
The Interview: Adding a Logo “Bug” & Animating Images
- Adding Images
- Animating Motion Effects
- Adding Transitions
The Interview: Editing Clips
- Moving & Trimming Clips
- Ripple Edit Tool
- Rolling Edit Tool
- Slip Edit Tool
The Interview: Lower Third Title
- Adding a Lower Third Title
The Interview: Exporting the Final Video (H.264)
- Exporting H.264 with a Preset
Section 3
London Travel: Promo Video
- Importing Files
- Creating a Sequence
- Setting In & Out Points in the Source panel
- Adding Audio to the Timeline
- Adding Video only to the Timeline
- Using Timeline Tools
London Travel Promo: Refining Clips on the Timeline
- Using Timeline Tools
- Using the Ripple Edit tool
- Using the Slip Tool
- Navigating The Timeline
- Adding a Video Transition
London Travel Promo: Adjusting Audio & Adding Titles
- Adjusting Audio Volume (Set Audio Gain)
- Adding a Title Template
- Editing Title Text
- Adding Audio Transitions
London Travel Promo: Resizing & Exporting Video
- Duplicating a Sequence
- Adjusting Sequence Settings
- Resizing Video
- Exporting Video
Section 4
The Break Up: Editing a Short Film Scene
- Narrative Editing
- Dialog Driven Editing
- Creating Sub-Clips
- Project Panel Organization
- Timeline Editing Techniques & Tools
Noble Desktop Ad: Editing to a Voice Over
- Editing Audio
- Nesting Sequences
- Working with Audio Effects
- Adding Markers to the Timeline
Noble Desktop Ad: Adding Clips to the Timeline
- Adding Clips to the Timeline
- Timeline Editing Tools
Section 5
Noble Desktop Ad: Warp Stabilizer & Reversing Footage
- Warp Stabilizer Effect
- Time Reversing Footage
- Masking an Effect
Music Video: Multi-Cam Editing
- Creating a Multi-Cam Source Sequence
- Editing Multi-Cam
- Refining a Multi–cam Edit
- Adding B-Roll to a Multi-Cam Project
Music Video: Adjustment Layers & Color Correcting Videos
- Color Correction
- Adjustment Layers
- Using Adjustment Layer Clips
Section 6
Music Video: Adding an After Effects Composition
- Adding an After Effects Composition
- Animating Motion Effects
Donuts Ad: Chroma Keying (Green Screen Removal)
- Chroma Keying
- Using the Ultra Key
- Animating Transform Properties
Donuts Ad: Track Matte Keying
- Creating & Animating a Track Matte
- Adding a freeze frame
Exporting Files
- Locating Missing Files
- Backing–Up With Project Manager
- Using Adobe Media Encoder
- Export Settings
- File Types
Animation with After Effects
Section 1
Social Media Ad: Assembling the Assets
- Creating a Composition
- Importing Media
- Organizing the Project panel
- Working with Layers in a Composition (Timeline)
- Transform Properties: Position, Scale, & Rotation
Social Media Ad: Adding Audio & Animating Position
- Working with Audio
- Animating Transform Properties such as Position
- Adding Easing
- Swapping Out Layer Content While Keeping Keyframes
Social Media Ad: Adding Text & Layer Styles
- Adding Text
- Adding Layer Styles: Drop Shadow & Stroke
Section 2
Social Media Ad: Video Layers & Parenting
- Adding Video
- Slowing Down Video (Slowmo)
- Animating Multiple Layers Simultaneously with Parenting
Social Media Ad: Animating Opacity & Audio/Video Fades
- Animating Opacity
- Adding Audio & Video Fades
- Changing Work Area & Composition Duration
- Copying & Pasting Keyframes
- Creating a Vignette Effect with a Mask
Social Media Ad: Exporting Files
- Using Adobe Media Encoder
- Exporting Files
- Media Encoder vs. Render Queue
Logo Animation
- Working with Adobe Illustrator Files
- Making a Dummy Comp Before Importing
- Organizing the Timeline: Color Labels & Shy Layers
- Animating Transform Properties: Scale, Position, & Opacity
- Animating Multiple Layers Together
- Creating Staggered & Sequential Animations
- Exporting Transparent Video
Section 3
Creating an Infographic Animation
- Working with Adobe Illustrator Files
- Converting Illustrator Layers into Native Shape Layers
- Trim Paths
Masks & Track Mattes
- Adding Masks to Layers
- Using Track Mattes
- Adding Effects
Animating Text Layers
- Creating & Editing After Effects Text
- Animating with Text Animators
Section 4
Nested Compositions
- Combining Nesting Compositions
- Adding Audio
- Adding Motion Blur
Title Animation: Multiple Text Animators
- Animating With the Linear Wipe Effect
- Applying Multiple Text Animators
- Saving Text Animation Presets
Title Animation: Write-On Text Effect
- Creating a Write-On Text Effect
Section 5
Introducing 3D Layers, Lights, & Cameras
- Moving Layers in 3D Space
- Working with Cameras
- Working with Lights
Animating 3D Layers & Depth of Field
- Animating Layers in 3D Space
- Adding Depth of Field
Medical Animation: Working with Video & Audio
- Working with Video
- Working with Audio
- Looping Video & Audio
Section 6
Medical Animation: Motion Paths & Expressions
- Creating Curved Motion Paths
- Looping an Animation with Expressions
- Working with Essential Properties
- Adding Motion Blur to a Nested Comp
Motion Tracking
- Point Tracking
- Motion Tracking
- Null Object Layers
- Working with Multiple Trackers
- Importing After Effects Comps
What You’ll Learn at a Glance
- Edit video with different tools & techniques
- Color correction & green screen removal
- Add transitions
- Adjust audio volume & quality
- Adjust the timing of your footage
- Resize videos for social media
- Export your videos
- Create animated graphics and text
- Learn the After Effects workspace & timeline
- Get to know key design concepts for creating high-quality animations
- Incorporate audio & video footage
- Learn how to animate 3D layers
- Export your animations for social media & sharing with others
Frequently Asked Questions
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What’s included with my tuition?
- A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
- Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
- Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many cohorts and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
- Supplemental materials to assist both during and after the course - please refer to specific course pages to see what supplemental materials are offered
- A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment
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Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?
Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.
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Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?
This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.
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Can I take this course online (remote learning)?
You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).
How does attending “live online” work?
- Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
- Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
- For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
- Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
- You will need your own computer and copy of any required software. If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com
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What happens if I need to miss a session?
You have some options:
- You can watch a recording of the session. We will provide any course materials.
- If you can’t come into the classroom but can still attend remotely, we will provide you with the Zoom login information.
- You can use your free retake to make up any missed class time.

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