GDC401 – Graphic Design Course

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About Course

This course is a hands-on, beginner-friendly introduction to graphic design, focused on real-world applications using tools like Canva, Adobe Express, and VistaCreate. You’ll start with the basics of design theory, explore practical tools, and build up to creating professional branding kits, social media content, and marketing collateral. Ideal for entrepreneurs, students, content creators, and aspiring freelance designers with no prior experience needed.

What Will You Learn?

  • Basic design principles (alignment, contrast, hierarchy, etc.)
  • Tool mastery using Canva, Adobe Express, VistaCreate
  • Typography and color theory for beginners
  • Branding fundamentals for small businesses
  • Designing content for social media, print, and digital marketing
  • Professional presentation using mockups
  • Portfolio building with Behance and Canva
  • Freelancing foundations and pitch writing

Course Content

Module 1: Getting Started with Graphic Design
This is where your exciting journey into graphic design begins. In this module, we'll strip away the jargon and get straight to the heart of what graphic design is all about. You'll understand why it's so powerful, what makes a design truly "good," and most importantly, you'll get immediate hands-on experience with Canva, your primary tool for creating stunning visuals throughout this course. Get ready to transform your ideas into compelling designs!

  • Lesson 1: What is Graphic Design?
  • Lesson 2: Getting to Know Canva
  • Lesson 3: Mastering Canva Basics
  • Practice Exercise: Customize a Recipe Card (Canva Practice)
  • Module 1 Assignment: Event Social Media Post

Module 2: Design Principles & Visual Hierarchy!
Now, it's time to understand the "why" behind effective design. This module will reveal the fundamental principles that elevate a simple arrangement of elements into a powerful, clear, and visually appealing message. You'll learn how to organize your designs, guide your viewer's eye, and avoid common pitfalls, transforming your creations from good to great!

Module 3: Mastering Fonts, Colors & Branding!
In Module 3, prepare to unleash the emotional power of graphic design! This module dives into the vibrant world of Color Theory and the expressive art of Typography. You'll learn how to choose and combine fonts and colors to evoke specific feelings, convey messages, and, most importantly, lay the groundwork for creating a strong and cohesive Brand Identity.

Module 4: Creating Stunning Social Media Posts!
You've learned the fundamental principles of design and mastered the expressive power of colors and fonts. Now, it's time to apply those skills where millions of eyes are looking every day: social media! This module will teach you how to design engaging, platform-optimized content, from eye-catching static posts and multi-slide carousels to dynamic, attention-grabbing motion graphics for reels and stories. Get ready to make your social media presence shine!

Module 5: Marketing Designs – Ads, Flyers, Posters!
You've mastered the principles of design and created compelling content for social media. Now, it's time to expand your reach into broader marketing materials! This module will teach you how to design impactful advertisements for online platforms and professional print materials like flyers and posters. You'll also learn crucial concepts like print-ready setup and how to present your designs like a pro using mockups.

Module 6: Real Branding Projects & Portfolio Building!
In this module, we bring all your learned skills together. You'll tackle comprehensive branding projects, learn how to build a professional design portfolio to showcase your talent, and gain valuable insights into launching your freelance design career. This module is your bridge from learning to doing!

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