How to make TikTok edits I After Effects beginner Tutorial
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Introduction
In this tutorial, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of creating TikTok edits using Adobe After Effects. We will cover everything from converting audio into keyframes to adding effects and transitions to your clips. So, let's get started.
Step 1: Converting audio into keyframes
- Start by muting the intro sound in your timeline.
- Right-click on the sound layer, go to Keyframe Assistant, and select Convert Audio to Keyframes. This will make it easier to identify the beat drops in the audio.
Step 2: Marking beat drops and selecting clips
- Open the Graph Editor by selecting the newly created layer, pressing 'U' on your keyboard, and selecting both channels.
- Mark every beat drop by clicking on the graph when there is a spike.
- Once you have marked all the beat drops, listen to the audio to ensure everything is in the right place.
Step 3: Selecting and centering clips
- Find scenes or clips that you want to use for each beat drop. You can search for scene packs on platforms like Instagram.
- Drag the selected clips onto the timeline and double-click on each clip to view it.
- Check if each clip is centered and adjust as necessary.
Step 4: Applying motion blur and frame blending
- Select all the clips by pressing 'Shift' and clicking on each one.
- Enable motion blur and frame blending to create smoother transitions between clips.
Step 5: Adding twixtor for smooth velocity
- Install the twixtor plugin if you haven't already.
- Apply the twixtor preset to each clip to achieve smooth velocity.
- Optionally, you can use the presets provided by the instructor for optimal results.
Step 6: Creating and enhancing the intro
- Adjust the audio levels in the intro to ensure a balanced sound.
- Align the subtitles with the text using the techniques shown in the tutorial.
- Apply effects such as deep glow, drop shadow, wave warp, and padding to make the text visually appealing.
- Fade in and fade out the text to create a smooth transition.
Step 7: Adding final touches
- Pre-compose all the clips for a cleaner workspace.
- Add adjustment layers and apply effects like flicker, shake, and color grading to enhance the overall look of your edit.
- Include a watermark to protect your work and add a professional touch.
Now that you have completed all the steps, play your edit one last time to ensure everything looks and sounds as expected. Congratulations, you have successfully created a TikTok edit using After Effects!
Keywords
- TikTok edit
- After Effects tutorial
- Audio keyframes
- Beat drops
- Centering clips
- Motion blur
- Frame blending
- Twixtor
- Intro enhancement
- Subtitling
- Text effects
- Fade in/out
- Final touches
- Watermarking
- Color grading
FAQ
Q: Are there any alternative plugins to Twixtor for achieving smooth velocity? A: Yes, there are other plugins and techniques available, but Twixtor is widely used and recommended for its quality results.
Q: Can I use this tutorial if I am a beginner in After Effects? A: Absolutely! This tutorial is beginner-friendly and provides step-by-step instructions to help you create TikTok edits using After Effects.
Q: Where can I find scene packs for my edits? A: The instructor recommends checking out their Instagram account for high-quality scene packs, including 4K footage from movies, shows, and characters.
Q: Is it necessary to purchase the instructor's coloring pack? A: While the instructor humorously recommends their coloring pack, it is not necessary for creating TikTok edits. You can experiment with other color grading techniques or use built-in effects in After Effects to achieve your desired look.