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2D Animation (Newbie to Ninja)
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2D Animation (Newbie to Ninja)
Create your first 2D animation from scratch using a simple, beginner-friendly workflow.
Created bySeidu Lawal
Last updated 4/2026
English
What you'll learn
- Create a complete 2D animation from scratch, from idea to final export
- Design and build a simple animation-ready character inside Adobe Animate
- Understand and use the timeline, layers, and keyframes to animate smoothly
- Record, edit, and sync voice audio using Audacity
- Apply basic animation techniques like movement, lip sync, and simple walk cycles
- Export and optimize animations for platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
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Course content
9 sections • 28 lectures • 3h 19m total length
Requirements
- No prior animation experience is required — this course is beginner-friendly
- A computer is required (Windows PC recommended for easier setup)
- A MacBook can also be used, but some free setup options shown in the course are only available on Windows
- Willingness to practice and follow along — this is a hands-on course
- Basic computer knowledge (how to install software and navigate files)
Description
Learn 2D animation from scratch and build a complete animation-ready character from start to finish.
This course is specifically designed for beginners who want a simple, practical way to start animating without getting overwhelmed. You don’t need any prior experience. Everything is broken down step-by-step just for you so you can follow along and actually create something.
You’ll start by setting up your tools and understanding how animation works. Then you’ll learn how to navigate the interface, use the timeline, and apply the essential tools needed to create animations.
From there, you’ll create your first simple animation to understand movement and timing. After that, you’ll design and build your own character, break it into parts, and prepare it for animation.
You’ll also learn how to create eye movements and mouth shapes for expressions and dialogue, record and sync your voice, and bring your character to life with basic animation techniques.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to create a complete animated video from scratch and export it properly for social media platforms.
This course focuses only on what you need to get results. No unnecessary lessons. No confusion. Just a clear path to creating your first animation.
Who this course is for:
- Beginners who want to learn 2D animation from scratch and don’t know where to start
- Content creators who want to use animation to grow on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube
- Anyone interested in creating simple, funny, or educative animated videos
- Freelancers who want to learn animation as a skill they can monetize
- Creators who feel overwhelmed by complex tutorials and want a simple, practical approach