This graphic design course empowers you to create impactful visuals across various mediums. You'll explore digital and print design techniques, learn to apply marketing principles, and refine your work through client feedback and iteration. By the end, you'll have the skills to design exceptional graphics for any project, from captivating social media ads to professional printed materials.
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Digital and Print Media Design
This course is part of Xbox Graphic Designer Professional Certificate
Instructor: Xbox
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module demonstrates how to create eye-catching and effective web banners that leave a lasting impression. Learn the technical and design fundamentals, including standard sizes, file formats, typography, and essential components, to ensure banners are visually appealing and optimized for the web. Learn practical Photoshop techniques for image optimization, layer management, and export, streamlining the workflow and preparing designs for seamless handoff to developers. Elevate banners with animations, interactive elements, and mobile optimization, all while adhering to best practices and accessibility guidelines for a user-friendly experience.
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12 videos6 readings5 assignments
This module focuses on the art of designing captivating print materials using Adobe Illustrator. Learn to craft flyers and posters that effectively communicate a powerful message that leaves a lasting impression. Explore the essential steps involved in preparing your files for print production, ensuring designs translate seamlessly from screen to paper. Apply skills learned by creating a professional-quality printed poster in Illustrator, promoting a game launch event and showcasing your proficiency in print media design.
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27 videos8 readings7 assignments
This module explores the combination of design and marketing, demonstrating how to create visuals that captivate audiences and drive action. Learn to design impactful materials for advertising campaigns, incorporating key marketing principles to ensure designs resonate with the target audience. Apply learned skills to a real-world project, crafting a compelling web banner in Photoshop that effectively promotes a game and drives engagement.
What's included
12 videos1 reading2 assignments1 peer review
This module emphasizes the vital role of client feedback and iteration in achieving exceptional design outcomes. Learn to receive, interpret, and skillfully implement client feedback into designs, fostering effective collaboration and compromise. Discover techniques for refining work through self-critique and user testing, recognizing the importance of continuous improvement in the design process. Apply learned skills to a real-world scenario by revising a marketing design based on client feedback, showcasing the ability to communicate effectively, problem-solve creatively, and deliver designs that exceed expectations.
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16 videos3 readings4 assignments
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