Become a Graphic Designer

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Graphic designers create visual concepts that inspire, inform, and transform. Use industry-leading tools to build innovative design projects and discover the skills needed to become an in-demand visual thinker and communicator.

Build a solid foundation in the elements of design: typography, color, and layout.
Explore the design process to visualize compelling ideas.
Practice with hands on exercises in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.

Syllabus

Course 1: What is Graphic Design?

Learn about graphic design and how it is used to convey ideas and concepts, and to enhance experiences. Discover the impact it has on the success of individuals and businesses.

Course 2: Graphic Design Careers: First Steps

Want to become a graphic designer? Discover the most crucial skills, tools, and techniques for graphic designers today, and where to find training to kick-start your career.

Course 3: Introduction to Graphic Design: Concepts

Learn core design skills in color, typography, and layout. Find out how to integrate these key skills into your workflow.

Course 4: Graphic Design Foundations: Layout and Composition

Learn how to create stronger, clearer, more attention-grabbing designs by understanding the how, why, and when of layout and composition.

Course 5: Graphic Design Foundations: Typography

Explore good typographic practices. Learn how to select and use type to add impact, how type is measured, and how factors like spacing and alignment affect your design.

Course 6: Color for Design and Art

Learn about the practical application of color theory: how to create color palettes, manipulate colors in Adobe tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, fix color problems, and more.

Course 7: InDesign 2021 Essential Training

Get up and running with Adobe InDesign. Discover how to use the 2021 version of the world's premier page-layout application.

Course 8: Photoshop 2021 Essential Training: The Basics

Discover how to work efficiently and effectively with Photoshop 2021. Learn about the program's core features, including key imaging concepts that all Photoshop users need to know.

Course 9: Illustrator 2021 Essential Training

Get started with Adobe Illustrator, the world's leading illustration and vector drawing application. Learn how to create artwork for print, the web, or use in other applications.

Course 10: Creative Collaboration

Learn how to leverage the collective wisdom of your team. Learn fresh approaches to creative collaboration that help you create better together.

Course 11: Color Trends

Embrace the power of the universal language: color. Learn how to use the 2020 Pantone color of the year—Classic Blue—and other color trends in your designs.

Taught by

Sean Adams, Cara St.Hilaire, Tony Harmer, Sean Adams, Ina Saltz, Jim Krause, David Blatner, Julieanne Kost, Tony Harmer, Denise Jacobs and Nicte Cuevas

Reviews

4.6 rating, based on 8 Class Central reviews

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Narendra Kumar Gupta @narendragupta

This course is awesome and I learned a lot from it. They teach all the basics with multiple software and help you become an expert using multiple designing ideas
Muhammad Tariq Khan @mtkhan006

"Fantastic experience! Aspiring graphic designer here, and this course provided comprehensive knowledge and practical skills. The instructor was excellent, and the projects helped me build a strong portfolio. Highly recommended!"
Apu Mohajan

"I recently completed the graphic design course, and I must say it exceeded my expectations in every way. From the moment I enrolled, I was impressed by the comprehensive curriculum, experienced instructors, and supportive learning environment.

The course content was carefully curated to cover all aspects of graphic design, from the fundamentals of design theory to the practical application of industry-standard software. The modules were well-structured and provided a perfect balance between theory and hands-on projects, allowing me to apply what I learned immediately.
Lungu Eduard

Graphic designers create visual concepts that inspire, inform, and transform. Use industry-leading tools to build innovative design projects and discover the skills needed to become an in-demand visual thinker and communicator.
This course is awesome and I learned a lot from it. They teach all the basics with multiple software and help you become an expert using multiple designing ideas
Anonymous

Estou gostando muito das aulas. com uso de ótimas referência e exemplos práticos. O material complementar também é ótimo.
Muhammad Ali Ghias

The graphic designing course exceeded my expectations in every aspect. The curriculum strikes a perfect balance between theory and hands-on practice, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. The instructors are industry experts, providing inva…

The graphic designing course exceeded my expectations in every aspect. The curriculum strikes a perfect balance between theory and hands-on practice, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. The instructors are industry experts, providing invaluable insights and personalized feedback. The course covers a wide range of tools and techniques, empowering students to unleash their creativity. The practical projects challenged me to think critically and apply my skills in real-world scenarios. The support system, including forums and live sessions, fosters a collaborative learning environment. Overall, this graphic designing course is a transformative journey, equipping aspiring designers with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in the dynamic world of visual communication. Highly recommended.
Arundhathi

It's nice subject. It help me to know more about Graphic Design. I want to learn more graphic design
WESLEY R S TRINDADE

Este curso é incrível e eu aprendi muito com ele. Eles ensinam todos os conceitos básicos com vários softwares e ajudam você a se tornar um especialista usando várias ideias de design