Graphic Design Specialist

Course Modules:

• CorelDRAW
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Indesign
• Ms Publisher
• PageMaker

What do Graphic Designers do?

Graphic designers usually work on a variety of projects such as websites, advertisements, magazine layouts, posters, computer games, product packaging, exhibitions and displays, corporate communications and identities and much more.

A graphic designer typically gets briefed on a project and then proceeds to develop creative ideas and concepts to meet the specified objectives. Communication skills are crucial when meeting with a client. The graphic designer has to listen intently and interpret exactly what the client wants and needs. Once the graphic designer has established what the client wants, he or she can start designing illustrations that visually communicate the client’s message to the target audience.

To become a graphic designer, you require creative flair, good industry software knowledge and skill, and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.

Specialist areas:

• Adobe Photoshop to retouch photos & create graphics
• Adobe InDesign to create page layouts with text & images
• Adobe Illustrator to create vector graphics such as logos, icons, & more
• Understand graphic design concepts & processes
• Learn about the elements of design
• Develop & expand your graphic design portfolio
• Learn how to speak about your work and how to incorporate and evaluate critiques
• Broaden your understanding of graphic design concepts and processes, both formal and conceptual
• Enhance your skills as a graphic designer

Graphic Design Concepts & Practices

• Elements of design
• Typography
• Color
• Layout
• Information
• Hierarchy Industry standard design apps: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

Create a Portfolio

• Use InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator to produce designs
• Create projects such as logos, social media graphics, stationery, book/eBook covers, album art, event posters, and email announcements

As a graphic design student you will have a number of practicals throughout the training which include the designing of advertisements, posters, pamphlets, logos, products and packaging. All of this work will give you a substantial portfolio to show off your talents to future employers.