Graphic Design Masterclass
Course Description
Chapter 1: Introduction to Graphic Design
- Understanding Graphic Design
- Design Principles & Elements
- Color Theory & Typography Basics
Chapter 2: Canva Essentials
- Navigating Canva Interface
- Creating Social Media Graphics
- Designing Presentations & Marketing Materials
Chapter 3: Adobe Photoshop Mastery
- Photo Editing & Retouching
- Working with Layers & Masks
- Advanced Effects & Compositing
Chapter 4: Adobe Illustrator Essentials
- Vector Design Fundamentals
- Creating Logos & Icons
- Mastering Pen Tool & Shape Builder
Chapter 5: Adobe InDesign for Layout Design
- Working with Grids & Guides
- Creating Magazines & Brochures
- Print & Digital Publishing
Chapter 6: Design Theory & Branding
- Principles of Effective Branding
- Creating a Brand Identity & Style Guide
- Case Studies of Successful Brands
Chapter 7: Logo Design & Visual Identity
- Logo Design Process & Sketching
- Typography & Symbolism in Logos
- Client Presentation & Finalizing Designs
Chapter 8: Portfolio Building & Career Growth
- Creating a Strong Portfolio
- Freelancing & Job Market Insights
- Networking & Industry Trends
Course Curriculum
- What is Graphic Design? Definition, scope, and applications
- History of Graphic Design Key movements and their influence
- Understanding Design Principles Balance, contrast, emphasis, unity, and hierarchy
- Elements of Design Line, shape, color, texture, space, and typography
- Color Theory Color wheel, color psychology, and choosing color schemes
- Typography Basics Fonts, typefaces, spacing, alignment, and readability
- Introduction to Canva Interface, tools, and templates
- Designing for Social Media Creating Instagram posts, Facebook banners, and YouTube thumbnails
- Presentation & Marketing Design Flyers, brochures, business cards, and ads
- Customizing Templates & Branding Using brand kits, custom fonts, and colors
- Exporting & Publishing File formats and best practices for digital and print
- Understanding Photoshop Interface Tools, layers, and workspaces
- Photo Editing & Retouching Adjustments, filters, and healing tools
- Working with Layers & Masks Non-destructive editing techniques
- Advanced Effects & Manipulation Blending modes, smart objects, and composites
- Typography & Text Effects Layer styles, 3D text, and creative typography
- Exporting for Web & Print Optimizing images for different platforms
- Introduction to Vector Graphics Difference between raster and vector
- Creating Logos & Icons Pen tool, shape builder, and pathfinder techniques
- Working with Typography in Illustrator Type on path, letter spacing, and font manipulation
- Gradient & Color Effects Mesh tool, gradients, and recoloring artwork
- Advanced Vector Techniques Using brushes, patterns, and textures
- Preparing Vector Files for Print & Web Export settings and file types
- Understanding Layout Design Composition and grid systems
- Working with Pages & Spreads Master pages, page numbering, and sections
- Creating Magazines & Brochures Using columns, text wrap, and placeholders
- Typography & Formatting Paragraph styles, character styles, and text flow
- Print & Digital Publishing Exporting PDFs, EPUBs, and interactive documents
- Understanding Branding & Identity Elements of a strong brand
- Creating a Brand Identity System Logo, color palette, typography, and imagery
- Psychology of Design How design influences perception and emotions
- Case Studies of Successful Brands Learning from real-world examples
- Building a Style Guide Consistency in brand communication
- Logo Design Process Research, brainstorming, sketching, and refinement
- Typography & Symbolism in Logos Choosing the right fonts and visual elements
- Working with Clients Understanding client briefs and feedback
- Creating Brand Collateral Business cards, letterheads, and social media assets
- Finalizing & Delivering Logos File formats, color variations, and brand guidelines
- Creating a Strong Design Portfolio What to include and how to present it
- Freelancing & Job Market Insights How to get clients and find design jobs
- Personal Branding for Designers Creating a strong online presence
- Networking & Industry Trends Staying updated with new design trends and technologies
- Final Capstone Project Apply skills to create a real-world project

Krishna Kumar
Founder, AICT PVT LTD, IoT & Embedded System Academic Trainer, Data ScientistI am a web developer with a vast array of knowledge in many different front end and back end languages, responsive frameworks, databases, and best code practices