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After Effects CC Color Grading

Color grading is an absolute must for any professional video project. This course will teach you to first color correct using lumetri scopes and effects in After Effects as well as Premiere. Then set a mood or emotion by adding your color grade.

Intermediate
1h 22m
(12)

Created by Jeff Hurd

Last Updated Dec 09, 2022

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After Effects CC Color Grading

Color grading is an absolute must for any professional video project. This course will teach you to first color correct using lumetri scopes and effects in After Effects as well as Premiere. Then set a mood or emotion by adding your color grade.

Intermediate
1h 22m
(12)

Created by Jeff Hurd

Last Updated Dec 09, 2022

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Have you ever wanted to add your own custom color grade to your footage? If so, After Effects CC Color Grading is the perfect course for you because you will learn how to professionally color correct and color grade any footage right within After Effects or Premiere Pro. First, you will learn color theory and explore the differences between color correction and color grading. Next, you will look at your footage and easily balance the luma and color using visual scopes and lumetri effects. Finally, you will get creative with LUTs and looks, as well as creating your own custom color grade using effects in After Effects. When you’re finished with this course, you will not only know color theory, but also how to easily track and manipulate color data to bring out the perfect color grade for your project. Software required: After Effects CC

After Effects CC Color Grading
Intermediate
1h 22m
(12)
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Jeff has over 10 years experience working in video production and product management.

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