The character rigging in After Effects course is your complete guide to building dynamic, flexible character rigs for animation. You’ll learn how to use tools like puppet pins, null objects, expressions, and parenting to create smooth, lifelike motion. Whether you’re working on explainer videos, cartoons, or game assets, this course helps you rig characters efficiently and creatively—without needing third-party plugins.
What you’ll cover:
- After Effects interface and rigging tools
- Setting up character layers and anchor points
- Using puppet pins, nulls, and parenting for control
- Creating IK (Inverse Kinematics) systems with expressions
- Rigging facial features, limbs, and accessories
- Animating walk cycles, gestures, and dynamic poses
- Exporting animations for video, web, or game engines
Who this course is for:
- Motion designers and animators
- Illustrators bringing characters to life
- Students learning 2D animation workflows
- Creatives building assets for games, apps, or explainer videos
Outcomes you can expect:
- Ability to rig and animate characters in After Effects
- Stronger skills in motion control, timing, and expression-based rigging
- Actionable workflows for client projects and creative storytelling
- Confidence in producing polished, professional character animations
