graphic design

The Graphic Design MasterClass is a professional training program designed to develop creative talent and practical design skills using industry-standard tools. This course empowers learners to transform ideas into impactful visual designs, preparing them for real-world creative careers and professional freelance opportunities across digital and print platforms.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Graphic Design MasterClass is a comprehensive 4-month professional training program designed to equip aspiring creatives with the practical skills, design principles, and industry expertise needed to thrive in today’s visual communication industry. This course blends creativity with technical mastery, guiding students from fundamental design concepts to advanced real-world applications.

Participants will gain hands-on training using industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, and Figma, while learning essential design principles including color theory, typography, layout composition, branding strategy, and UI/UX fundamentals. Through guided projects, students will create marketing visuals, logos, brand identities, social media designs, packaging mockups, and interface layouts that reflect modern industry standards.

Beyond technical design skills, the program emphasizes creative problem-solving, concept development, client communication, and professional workflow processes. Learners will also receive mentoring on freelancing, pricing, presentation techniques, and portfolio building to help them successfully transition into the creative industry.

By the end of the Graphic Design MasterClass, students will graduate with a polished professional portfolio and the confidence to pursue careers in graphic design, branding, advertising, UI/UX design, content creation, or freelance creative services across both digital and print platforms.

What You'll Learn

Month 1 – Foundations of Graphic Design
Week 1: Introduction to Graphic Design
  • History and evolution of graphic design

  • Design thinking and creative problem solving

  • Understanding types of graphic design: print, digital, branding, UI/UX

  • Design terminology

Week 2: Design Principles & Color Theory
  • Elements and principles of design (balance, contrast, hierarchy, alignment)

  • Color theory, psychology, and palettes

  • Typography basics and font selection

  • Composition and layout techniques

Week 3: Adobe Photoshop – Fundamentals
  • Interface and workspace navigation

  • Image editing, retouching, and photo manipulation

  • Layers, masks, and blending modes

  • Project: Create a social media visual

Week 4: Adobe Illustrator – Fundamentals
  • Vector graphics vs raster graphics

  • Creating logos and illustrations

  • Pen tool, shapes, paths, and curves

  • Project: Logo design for a fictitious brand

Month 2 – Intermediate Tools & Techniques
Week 5: Advanced Photoshop Techniques
  • Advanced photo manipulation

  • Smart objects, filters, and actions

  • Preparing images for web and print

Week 6: Advanced Illustrator Techniques
  • Typography design and custom lettering

  • Advanced vector illustration

  • Icon and infographic design

  • Project: Infographic creation

Week 7: Adobe InDesign Basics
  • Layouts for print media (magazines, brochures, flyers)

  • Master pages, grids, and styles

  • Exporting for print and digital media

Week 8: Branding & Identity Design
  • Brand strategy and visual identity

  • Logo design process from concept to delivery

  • Color schemes, typography, and brand guidelines

  • Project: Develop a complete brand identity for a startup

Month 3 – Digital Design & Creative Application
Week 9: UI/UX Design Basics
  • Introduction to user interface and user experience design

  • Wireframing and prototyping

  • Tools: Figma or Adobe XD basics

  • Project: Simple app or website interface

Week 10: Motion Graphics Basics
  • Introduction to Adobe After Effects

  • Creating simple animations and GIFs

  • Typography animation and logo motion

Week 11: Packaging & Print Design
  • Understanding packaging design principles

  • Mockups and dielines

  • Project: Design product packaging

Week 12: Social Media & Marketing Design
  • Designing visuals for social media campaigns

  • Creating banners, ads, and social posts

  • Understanding platform dimensions and requirements

  • Project: Complete social media campaign visuals

Month 4 – Professional Practice & Portfolio Development
Week 13: Portfolio Development I
  • Selecting and organizing work samples

  • Creating an online and PDF portfolio

  • Presentation techniques

Week 14: Portfolio Development II & Case Studies
  • Analyzing design projects and case studies

  • Critique sessions and peer reviews

  • Refining portfolio pieces

Week 15: Freelancing & Industry Practices
  • Graphic design pricing strategies

  • Client management and communication

  • Contracts, briefs, and project workflow

Week 16: Capstone Project & Presentation
  • Final project: Complete branding, marketing, and UI/UX campaign for a real/fictitious client

  • Presentation and critique

  • Program review and certification

Career Path After Completion
  • Graphic Designer

  • Brand Identity Designer

  • UI/UX Designer (Junior)

  • Digital Marketing Designer

  • Social Media Content Designer

  • Motion Graphics Designer (Entry-Level)

  • Print & Packaging Designer

  • Illustrator / Digital Artist

  • Freelance Graphic Designer

  • Creative Assistant / Design Intern

  • Content Creator / Visual Storyteller
  • Entrepreneur / Studio Owner
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