Digital Graphic Designer Course

Lesson 1 • Color Theory and Application

Examines color models, harmony schemes, and psychological impact of hue. Students apply color strategically to guide viewer attention and convey meaning.

Lesson 2 • Design Principles and Visual Hierarchy

Covers contrast, alignment, repetition, and proximity as structural tools. These principles form the analytical framework used throughout the entire course.

Lesson 3 • Composition and Layout Basics

Teaches rule of thirds, white space, and focal point placement. Strong composition skills underpin every print and digital layout created later.

Lesson 1 • Raster Image Editing Workspace

Covers layer management, selection tools, and non-destructive editing in raster software. These skills support photo manipulation and texture work throughout the course.

Lesson 2 • File Management and Output Standards

Establishes naming conventions, folder structures, and export formats for print and digital. Consistent file management prevents costly errors in client deliverables.

Lesson 3 • Page Layout and Publishing Tools

Teaches multi-page document setup, master pages, and text threading in layout software. This section bridges typography skills to professional print production.

Lesson 1 • Brand Strategy and Research

Translates client briefs into design direction through competitive analysis and audience research. Strategic clarity prevents misaligned creative decisions downstream.

Lesson 2 • Brand Identity System Creation

Extends the logo into a full system including color, typography, and graphic elements. A unified system ensures brand consistency across all designed materials.

Lesson 3 • Logo Refinement and Versatility

Tests logos across sizes, backgrounds, and color variations to ensure real-world durability. A versatile logo performs consistently across all brand touchpoints.

Lesson 1 • Poster and Large-Format Design

Teaches visual impact strategies for posters, banners, and large-format signage. Scale changes how hierarchy and contrast must be applied to maintain readability.

Lesson 2 • Brochure and Collateral Design

Applies layout, typography, and imagery to multi-panel brochures and business collateral. These projects reinforce grid systems and typographic hierarchy in print contexts.

Lesson 3 • Print Design Fundamentals

Covers resolution, color modes, and bleed setup specific to print output. Correct technical setup at the start prevents reprints and client disputes.

Lesson 1 • Screen Design Fundamentals

Establishes pixel density, color profiles, and resolution standards for digital output. Screen design requires different technical parameters than print production.

Lesson 2 • Social Media Visual Design

Designs platform-specific graphics for feeds, stories, and cover images with correct dimensions. Consistent visual branding across platforms strengthens audience recognition.

Lesson 3 • UI Graphics and Web Assets

Covers icon design, button states, and web banner creation aligned with UI conventions. These assets must integrate seamlessly into coded interfaces.

Lesson 1 • Retouching and Restoration

Covers frequency separation, dodge and burn, and photo restoration workflows. These techniques are essential for beauty, product, and archival photography projects.

Lesson 2 • Compositing and Special Effects

Combines multiple images into seamless composites using blending modes and light matching. Compositing skills expand creative possibilities for advertising and editorial design.

Lesson 3 • Advanced Selection and Masking

Teaches hair masking, channel-based selection, and luminosity masks for complex cutouts. Precise masking is the foundation of all professional compositing work.

Lesson 1 • Keyframe Animation Workflow

Covers timeline setup, keyframe placement, and property animation in motion design software. A structured workflow keeps complex animations organized and editable.

Lesson 2 • Animated Typography and Logos

Designs kinetic text animations and logo reveal sequences using motion design tools. Animated branding assets are increasingly required across digital platforms.

Lesson 3 • Animation Principles for Designers

Applies the twelve principles of animation to graphic design contexts such as logo reveals and text. Understanding motion principles prevents mechanical, unconvincing animations.

Lesson 1 • Portfolio Strategy and Curation

Guides selection, sequencing, and presentation of work to target specific design roles. A strategically curated portfolio communicates specialization and professional maturity.

Lesson 2 • Client Communication and Briefing

Teaches discovery calls, brief writing, and scope definition to align expectations early. Clear communication at the start prevents scope creep and revision overload.

Lesson 3 • Pricing, Contracts, and Delivery

Establishes pricing models, contract essentials, and final file delivery standards for freelance work. Professional business practices protect both designer and client throughout the project.