Course Highlights
Forget boring text and bland interfaces! In the vibrant world of graphic design, you’ll become a visual magician, knowing the graphics design skills and crafting stories with every image and font. Imagine your design adorning a t-shirt, influencing a brand’s message, or simplifying a complex infographic. Graphic design is everywhere and more relevant than ever in our digital age.
Our Online Graphics Design course can be a game-changer for your design career. You’ll master industry-standard software like Photoshop and Illustrator, wielding them like tools to manipulate images, create vector graphics, and lay out stunning designs. But it’s not just about pixels and fonts; you’ll delve into the art of typography, understanding how letterforms and spacing can tell powerful stories. Colour becomes your language, as you master palettes and harmonies to evoke emotions and guide the viewer’s eye.
Earn a Graphic Design course certificate online, providing you with the flexibility to learn at your own pace while building a robust portfolio showcasing your skills. Whether you’re passionate about designing compelling brand identities, mastering the art of digital illustrations, or exploring the dynamic realm of web design, our course equips you with the necessary skills to thrive in the competitive field of graphic design.
Learning outcome
- Foundational Understanding
- Animation Techniques
- Visual Effects and Compositing
- Typography Animation
- Project Workflow and Organization
- Audio Integration
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Why should I take this course?
- Industry-Relevant Skills
- Dynamic Visual Communication
- Versatility in Design
- Enhanced Employability
- Creative Expression
- Professional Portfolio Development
Career Path
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Video Editor
- Visual Effects (VFX) Artist
- Digital Animator
- Advertising and Marketing Specialist
- Content Creator/YouTuber
- User Interface (UI) Designer
Requirements
- Basic computer skills and access to Adobe After Effects software.
- Stable internet connection for online learning and video streaming.
- No prior graphics design experience required; suitable for beginners.
Course Curriculum
Course Curriculum
| Section 01: Introduction | |||
| Using After Effects for Design Projects | 00:02:00 | ||
| About the Exercise Files | 00:01:00 | ||
| A Brief Intro to After Effects | 00:02:00 | ||
| Getting Comfortable with the After Effects Interface | 00:06:00 | ||
| Importing Photoshop Files | 00:05:00 | ||
| Exporting Photoshop, JPG, and PNG Files | 00:05:00 | ||
| Section 02: Creating Special Effects | |||
| Creating an Editorial Graphic | 00:09:00 | ||
| Add a Dramatic Lighting Effect | 00:07:00 | ||
| Adding a Page Curl | 00:07:00 | ||
| Creating a Burst of Light | 00:08:00 | ||
| Color Keying for Transparent Imagery | 00:07:00 | ||
| Color Keying for Advanced Transparency – Part 1 | 00:06:00 | ||
| Color Keying for Advanced Transparency – Part 2 | 00:05:00 | ||
| Section 03: Creating Patterns and Textures | |||
| Creating a Kaleidoscope Pattern | 00:05:00 | ||
| Generating a Unique Texture | 00:06:00 | ||
| Create Line Art from a Photo | 00:04:00 | ||
| Shapes with Radio Waves | 00:07:00 | ||
| Interlocking Zig Zag Pattern | 00:08:00 | ||
| Section 04: Generating Artwork from (Almost) Nothing | |||
| Enhancing an Illustration with Lightning | 00:07:00 | ||
| Enhancing an Illustration with Rain | 00:06:00 | ||
| Creating a Water Surface Part 1 | 00:05:00 | ||
| Creating a Water Surface Part 2 | 00:07:00 | ||
| Creating a Water Surface Part 3 | 00:04:00 | ||
| Making Realistic Melted Chocolate Part 1 | 00:06:00 | ||
| Making Realistic Melted Chocolate Part 2 | 00:05:00 | ||
| Creating Bubbles for Champagne Part 1 | 00:07:00 | ||
| Creating Bubbles for Champagne Part 2 | 00:09:00 | ||
| Section 05: Where to Go from Here | |||
| Where to Go from Here | 00:02:00 | ||
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1 Year Access 
42 Students 
2 hours, 38 minutes