This training program is designed to help you become a creative and job-ready graphics designer. You’ll learn essential design principles and master tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma through a step-by-step learning approach. Practical exercises, real-world projects, and client-style assignments are integrated into each module to develop both your artistic mindset and technical proficiency.
Upon successful completion of this training, you will be able to:
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Create visually appealing and meaningful graphics across multiple formats
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Understand and apply design principles like contrast, balance, and hierarchy
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Master industry-standard tools including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma
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Design professional brand identity, social media posts, posters, and brochures
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Develop responsive UI/UX designs for websites and apps
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Export assets for digital, print, and web use
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Build a personal portfolio and prepare for freelance or full-time roles
Week 1: Introduction to Design Thinking & Fundamentals
Module 1.1: Design Thinking & Visual Storytelling
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Understand how to approach design problems
2.
Learn concept development and moodboarding
3.
Exercise: Create a moodboard for a product or brand
Module 1.2: Principles of Design
1.
Learn alignment, contrast, proximity, balance, and repetition
2.
Exercise: Design a poster applying the 5 design principles
Module 1.3: Typography & Color Theory
1.
Learn font types, hierarchy, color psychology
2.
Exercise: Create a typographic quote poster using color theory
Week 2: Adobe Photoshop Essentials
Module 2.1: Photoshop Interface & Tools
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Learn layers, selections, crop, brush, and adjustment tools
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Exercise: Recreate a basic digital poster using selections and layers
Module 2.2: Image Editing & Retouching
1.
Remove backgrounds, fix blemishes, adjust lighting
2.
Exercise: Edit a product image for e-commerce
Module 2.3: Social Media Post Design
1.
Design Facebook and Instagram promotional content
2.
Exercise: Create 3 social media templates for a brand
Week 3: Adobe Illustrator for Vector Design
Module 3.1: Illustrator Basics & Pen Tool Mastery
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Learn vector shapes, color fills, outlines
2.
Exercise: Design a minimal vector landscape
Module 3.2: Logo Design & Typography
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Create logos using grids, shapes, and custom fonts
2.
Exercise: Design a logo for a coffee shop or tech brand
Module 3.3: Brand Kit Creation
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Create business cards, letterheads, and brand color guides
2.
Exercise: Design a 3-piece brand identity set
Week 4: UI/UX Design Using Figma
Module 4.1: Figma Workspace & Tools
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Frames, components, layers, styles
2.
Exercise: Create a basic mobile screen layout
Module 4.2: Wireframes & Prototyping
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Build low/high fidelity wireframes
2.
Exercise: Create 3 wireframes for a homepage design
Module 4.3: Responsive UI Design
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Design for mobile, tablet, desktop
2.
Exercise: Build a 3-screen app interface in Figma
Week 5: Print & Digital Advertising Design
Module 5.1: Poster & Flyer Design
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Layout principles for print materials
2.
Exercise: Design a flyer for a fictional music or food event
Module 5.2: Banner & Brochure Design
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Web banners, tri-fold brochures
2.
Exercise: Design a brochure for a travel agency
Module 5.3: Website Graphics & Ad Thumbnails
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Design assets for YouTube, e-commerce, and blogs
2.
Exercise: Create ad graphics in multiple dimensions
Week 6: Real Client Projects & Branding
Module 6.1: Brand Identity Project
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Logo, typography, colors, and visual direction
2.
Exercise: Build a brand board and logo for a startup
Module 6.2: Packaging Design
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Box and label design for products
2.
Exercise: Design packaging for a snack or cosmetic product
Module 6.3: Campaign Design Project
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Combine posters, banners, and social graphics
2.
Exercise: Develop a visual campaign for a product launch
Week 7: Motion Graphics (Introductory)
Module 7.1: Basics of Animation
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Keyframe, transitions, simple motion in Canva or After Effects
2.
Exercise: Animate a logo or social media post
Module 7.2: Instagram Reels & Carousels
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Story-based graphics and sequences
2.
Exercise: Create a 5-slide carousel with animation flow
Module 7.3: Export & Optimization
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Export settings, formats for print/web/social
2.
Exercise: Export graphics for multiple uses (PDF, JPG, PNG, MP4
Week 8: Career Readiness & Freelancing
Module 8.1: Design Portfolio Development
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Organize projects, write case studies
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Exercise: Build and present your Behance/portfolio site
Module 8.2: Freelancing Platforms & Client Work
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Upwork, Fiverr, client communication
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Exercise: Create and submit a real freelance design proposal
Module 8.3: Job Preparation & Interviewing
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Resume, mock interview, self-pitching
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Exercise: Practice presenting your work and design thinking live
Knowledge Area: Graphic Design Mastery
Professional Certificate in Graphics Design
✔️ Mastery of Design Principles & Tools
✔️ Photoshop & Illustrator Proficiency
✔️ Branding and Visual Identity Creation
✔️ UI/UX Design for Web and Mobile
✔️ Portfolio-ready Design Projects
✔️ Print & Digital Ad Design
✔️ Motion Graphics & Social Media Animation
✔️ Client-based Design Practice
✔️ Freelancing Readiness
✔️ Certified Graphics Design Professional
