Video + Animation

Behind each great video you’ve seen is a person who put the footage together, created animations, and designed the complete thing. And you could learn to do it too. This course will give you the design, software and business skills you need to build a career as a successful, confident, and profitable motion designer.

You’re creative and love playing around with tech, but your desk job doesn’t satisfy you. Is there something you can do that’s more you — and will pay a higher wage?

You’re a graphic designer, but you’d love to offer something more. What’s an in-demand skill that will increase the value you offer and have clients choose you?

You’re a marketer who understands the value of a video done well in increasing conversions. But… how do you actually go about creating them?

We’ll show you

We’ve taught dozens of students, and we’d love to turn you into a pro motion designer, too.

Here’s how we do it:

Support is a huge element of our students’ success.

We’re always there to answer questions, even after the course is over. We’re also invested in continuing education so you keep learning, and even help our grads find jobs!

We give you options for learning.

Classes are available online and via USB, so you can learn in the way that works best for you. Oh, and both options include bonus resources, swipe files, and fonts + images to download and use.

We don’t let you slack off (but in a nice way).

We don’t let you slack off (but in a nice way). We want our students to gain everything they can from this course. We keep you on track with our accountability system, and check in by email and phone.

Let’s get the details

The who, what, where and when

In a nutshell
Start date: You can start this course throughout the year
Format: Online or via USB/downloads
Time investment per week: 8-10 hours
Length of course: 6 months
Instructor
Tzippy Yundef
Tzippy has over 11 years of experience designing videos and animations for private clients and organizations worldwide.
An Adobe-certified instructor, she’s been teaching the skills needed to excel in video and animation for over 9 years. She has contributed her knowledge to many seminary career programs such as Seminar Bnot Elisheva, Seminar HaYashan, Seminar Weizman, Darchei Rachel, Maalot and Seminar HaChadash and Siyur Mochot Institute.
Now she’s collaborating with The Bold Edge so our students can learn how to create videos and animation from the expert in the field.
Job and Salary
Average beginning rate:
$25-$35/hour, freelance
$20-$30/hour, in-house

Typical positions include:
Freelance: take on your own clients
In-house: handle all the video needs of one company
Collaborate: join forces with a graphic designer or developer
Agency: work with the creative team at a marketing agency

Start date: You can start this course throughout the year

Format: Online or via USB/downloads

Time investment per week: 8-10 hours

Length of course: 6 months

Tzippy Yundef

Tzippy has over 11 years of experience designing videos and animations for private clients and organizations worldwide.

An Adobe-certified instructor, she’s been teaching the skills needed to excel in video and animation for over 9 years. She has contributed her knowledge to many seminary career programs such as Seminar Bnot Elisheva, Seminar HaYashan, Seminar Weizman, Darchei Rachel, Maalot and Seminar HaChadash and Siyur Mochot Institute.

Now she’s collaborating with The Bold Edge so our students can learn how to create videos and animation from the expert in the field.

Average beginning rate:
$25-$35/hour, freelance
$20-$30/hour, in-house

Typical positions include:

Freelance: take on your own clients
In-house: handle all the video needs of one company
Collaborate: join forces with a graphic designer or developer
Agency: work with the creative team at a marketing agency

Part 1

Premiere Pro

Get comprehensive knowledge of video editing, processing raw material and different kinds of video clips.

Part 2

After Effects

As we teach the software, you’ll learn how to create animations and videos that tell a story.

Part 3

Design For Video

Topics include:

Editing videos
Storyboarding concepts
Editing green screen footage
Adding backgrounds
Applying visual effects
Exporting with proper settings

Topics include:

Creating animations for various media
Building videos from scratch
3D animation
Cinema 4D

Getting Inspiration
Discover fresh inspiration for video creation by exploring diverse sources such as ads, breaking down design techniques, leveraging current trends, and experimenting with forced connections to fuel creative ideas.

Concept Development
Uncover the building blocks of a compelling concept, understand the workflow for its development, and learn the art of crafting concise briefs and storyboards. Elevate your skills in transforming ideas into visually captivating narratives.

Composition
Discover the art of composition in our course, exploring the definition and various types of compositions. Learn the crucial techniques of the First Read and Second Read, and master the rules governing effective visual compositions to elevate your creative skills.

Visual Design
Master the integration of color, typography, and shapes in your video and animation endeavors. Acquire the skills to craft a polished and professional aesthetic in alignment with established design concepts.

Modules

Part 1

Premiere Pro

Get comprehensive knowledge of video editing, processing raw material and different kinds of video clips.

Topics Include:
Editing videos
Storyboarding concepts
Editing green screen footage
Adding backgrounds
Applying visual effects
Exporting with proper settings

Part 2

After Effects

As we teach the software, you’ll learn how to create animations and videos that tell a story.

Topics Include:
Creating animations for various media
Building videos from scratch
3D animation Cinema 4D

Part 3

Design For Video

What you get during the course

Support and feedback

12 months of email support + feedback on projects

Online or USB access

Learn from the comfort of your home with your preferred method

2 yrs rewatch access

Rewatch and review as often as you like within this time

Flexibility + accountability

Our proven system to help you stay on track

Range of practice projects

Explore different video types so you can create them all

Professional portfolio creation

Projects designed during the course show clients your skills

Plus the forever perks long after graduation

High level job leads

We support you on the journey to setting up a career

Live Design Power classes

Stay current on design trends with exclusive bimonthly classes

Student Slack community

Connect and gain from like-minded design enthusiasts

Power Your Edge podcast

Get early access to interviews with frum industry experts

You’re ready to work as a motion designer!

You have all the skills needed to excel in the field.

You’re a software pro

You know the video + animation software inside out. Time to use it!

You have video design theory down pat

From inspiration to pro design techniques, acquire skills beyond software expertise for comprehensive creative mastery.

You have a professional portfolio

Videos created by you are your biggest salesperson. Show them to the world!

You can run a business

You’ve got the processes and the smarts so you stand out as a professional.

You’re confident in your skills

You’ve received invaluable feedback from video pros and you know your worth.

Do you want to

design for companies you admire?

Some of the amazing brands our students work for

Want to become a motion designer?

If you’re willing to put in the work to make it happen, we can’t wait to teach you.

Total investment for Video + Animation:

^$2500

Includes

Prerequisites: Prior knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator is needed before starting this course. Don’t know your way around them? You can purchase our add-on package for $550 when registering.

I wanted to share with you this video I produced for a yahrzeit.

I have to thank Tzippy for the extremely clear and enjoyable lessons. I also must say how much I gained from the VA Workshops we had- I rewatched them all a couple of times and gained tons!

Leahle, New York

View actual projects

They were illustrated by our students. Looking forward to having yours here too!

Bonus: Learn from the pros

Get tips and tricks from professionals you admire so you can be one too!

bonus 1

expert workshops

Hear from industry experts.

Each expert is carefully chosen to give you valuable knowledge that will help you stand out when you enter the field.

Enjoy unlimited access to all past workshops as well!

Creative director @ Blinq Media

Fraidy Mandelbaum

Fraidy will share how she comes up with creative ideas and communicates her vision to her team. You’ll also gain technical tips on pricing, process, and proposals.

Documentary filmmaker and storyteller @ Hudson Films

Elisheva Hudson

Elisheva will share her method and show one of her amazing completed videos. She’ll also give you some editing tips and explain how she works with a scriptwriter.

Lead editor @ Laibel

Avraham Kohn

Gain technical tips on editing and organizing videos, as well as strategy tips for creating epic videos.

CEO @ Laibel Photography

Laibel Schwartz

Get fascinating insights into the video production business, including pricing and marketing tips, the process, and how to get the meaty stuff.

bonus 2

design power series

Enjoy unlimited access to monthly/bimonthly classes, just for our students and alumnae.

You’ll stay current on the latest design trends and gain valuable marketing and business tips from experts in their field plus our in-house instructors and mentors.

Here are some of our past guest experts (you’ll get access to their class recordings):

Choosing the right food packaging

Chevy Karp

Chevy works at On Time Packaging and will explain the design process in detail.

Using empathy in your sales process

Chani Kahan

Chani is a copywriter who specializes in NPOs, infusing her copy with warmth and empathy.

Getting results through mindset shifts

Faw Dworetsky

Fay is an entrepreneurial mindset coach who gets clients unstuck so they can see results in their business.

The science behind naming a brand

Ita Leaman

Ita is a conversion copywriter who focuses on naming companies, using best practices and psychology to drive sales.

Graphic Design in Congress

Sara Marizan

Sarah Marizan will tell you all about her fascinating job, designing at the House of Representatives (Congress) in Washington, DC.

Design Project Management

Chumi Bornstein

Business Marketing Manager, SoMad Partners

People Skills on Steroids: Negotiation Strategies To Ace Any Client Conversation

Chava Shapiro

Founder: Creative CEO Academy and Show me the Copy

Marketing campaigns + Designers

Shaina Weiss

Director of Marketing, Chemed Health

FAQ

(Yes, we’re mind readers on the side 😁)

What do I need to know before taking Video + Animation?

You need to be very comfortable using a computer, and be familiar with Photoshop and Illustrator before starting the course.

If you are — great! We’d love to have you.

If not, you’ll need to take our Photoshop + Illustrator prerequisite before you can start (this addon is $550).

Do I have the right personality for this course?

Video + Animation is geared to creative people who have a drive to succeed and will work hard to make it happen.

If all you want to do is watch videos, you’re best off somewhere else.

What kind of computer do I need?

You need a computer with (at least):

I7 or up processor
32 GB RAM
Nvidia RTX series. (3060-Ti and others)
At least 1TB SSD
USB drive
Mouse (not just a trackpad)
at least 15-inch screen
The ability to play audio and videos

We also recommend email or internet access if you plan to send in your projects for comments.

For the USB package you will need a Windows computer, since the video files we send aren’t compatible with other models. (Sorry! You can still watch the videos online and get all other files by USB.)

How does the course actually work?

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 (also included on the USB drive) so you can try out the skills on your own.

Most lessons have homework assignments so you can practice and create real illustrations. You’ll even have a chance to work with real clients!

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

I don’t have internet. Can I still access the classes?

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 24-48 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.
You’ll also find a bonus section with lots of free downloaded images you can use in your projects, plus many beautiful free fonts
Various modules will be accessed through a monthly download link (you can be offline the rest of the time).

You will need at least email access to send and receive your project feedback.

Do you offer college credits

In short: No.

During your time at The Bold Edge, you will get intense training in the essential software, design and business skills you need to succeed in the field.

Credits? Not needed to get a great job as a motion designer. You’ll graduate with a professional portfolio and the confidence gained from hands-on practice. And don’t forget, our dedicated job placement team will work on getting you jobs after you graduate.

How long will it take to complete the course?

It depends on how intensely you schedule yourself. The course could take you anywhere from 6-8 months.

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

What happens if I have a question during the course? And what about afterward?

Glad you asked 😉. Support is one of the hallmarks of The Bold Edge courses. This course includes 10 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!)

How will I find work?

This course has a lot of success converting raw talent into professional skills. Businesses know this and reach out to us all the time when they’re looking for fresh talent.

We also have a dedicated Job Development team that networks, makes connections, and develops job leads for our students. Our team sends out daily emails with job leads, and regularly posts job openings that we find all over the world.

Over the past year alone, we have sent out over 366 job leads!

What will I complete the course with?

Aside from the technical knowledge of the animation software and how to create various types of videos, in-depth knowledge of key design topics and basic knowledge of the business of design, you’ll also have a professional portfolio of video you’ve created, PLUS a valuable course certificate from The Bold Edge.

This course is an investment. How do I know if it’s a good fit for me before I commit?

Not sure if you should go all in? Take a test drive by watching a complete course lesson. Just contact us to get your first taste!