This course provides an introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite, focusing on three key applications: Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Participants will learn essential tools and techniques for image editing, layout design, and vector graphics creation. Through hands-on projects and exercises, students will develop foundational skills to create professional-quality graphics and designs.
Upon successful completion of this class, students will receive:
- Their class laptop;
- A certificate of completion;
- A formal letter of recommendation; and
- Inclusion in the Graduate Directory for prospective employers.
Course Duration: 6 weeks (12 sessions), meeting twice per week for 3 hours per session (total 36 hours)
Class meets Tuesdays + Thursdays
7/16/2024-8/22/2024 11AM-2PM
Prerequisite: A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel is required for this course.
Course Benefits
Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator are industry-standard software used by professionals in graphic design, advertising, marketing, publishing, and various creative fields. Learning these applications provides participants with valuable skills sought after by employers.
By mastering Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, individuals gain a wide range of design skills applicable to different projects and industries. They can create graphics, layouts, illustrations, logos, brochures, posters, digital artworks, and more.
Adobe Creative Suite enables individuals to unleash their creativity and express themselves visually. Participants learn to manipulate images, create intricate illustrations, and design captivating layouts, empowering them to bring their ideas to life in compelling ways.
With Adobe Creative Suite, individuals can produce professional-quality designs and artworks. They learn techniques for high-resolution image editing, precise vector graphics creation, and professional layout design, ensuring their work meets industry standards.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite opens up various career opportunities in fields such as graphic design, web design, digital marketing, advertising, illustration, and multimedia production. Completing this course can make individuals more competitive in these job markets.
Adobe Creative Suite encourages creative problem-solving by providing tools and features for experimenting with different design concepts, visual compositions, and artistic styles. Participants learn to think creatively and find innovative solutions to design challenges.
Understanding Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator allows individuals to communicate ideas, messages, and information effectively through visuals. They learn principles of design, typography, color theory, and layout composition to create visually appealing and impactful designs.
Participants can use the skills acquired in this course to build a professional portfolio showcasing their design work and creative projects. A strong portfolio is essential for freelancers, job seekers, and aspiring designers to demonstrate their skills and attract clients or employers.
Learning Adobe Creative Suite can be personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding. It provides individuals with opportunities for self-expression, skill development, and continuous learning, contributing to their personal and professional growth.