Graphic Design Training Course
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Description of the training: Graphic Design Training Course
This Graphic Design training gives you the essential foundations of the profession to design professional visual materials. Over five highly practical days, you take in the fundamentals of layout, colour and typography, then get to grips with the key tools to produce consistent print and web visuals. By the end, you are able to design clear, impactful communication materials.
Good to know
- Practice-oriented training, with around 60% guided exercises
- Option to work on your own projects
- Small group of 1 to 3 participants for personalised support
- Led by an expert trainer
- Certificate of completion provided
Objectives of the training: Graphic Design Training Course
By the end of the training, you will be able to:
- Master the fundamentals of composition and layout
- Use colour and typography effectively
- Design visuals for print and web
- Structure a consistent visual identity
- Prepare files for print and screen
- Gain method and creative independence
Prerequisites of the training: Graphic Design Training Course
- Be comfortable with the computing environment
- No prior knowledge of design is required
Because every participant is unique, a personalised discussion with our expert allows us to design a training course perfectly aligned with their objectives, level and professional challenges.
Target audience of the training: Graphic Design Training Course
Communication officers, freelancers, marketing assistants, beginner graphic designers and anyone who needs to produce visual materials day to day.
Detailed programme of the training: Graphic Design Training Course
Design fundamentals
- Principles of composition and layout. Grids, alignment and visual hierarchy. Colour notions and harmonies. Typography: families, pairings, legibility.
Creating visuals
- Formats, resolutions and colour modes. Creating a poster or flyer. Working with images and text together. Consistency and variations of a design.
Print and layout
- Preparing a multi-page document. Managing margins, bleeds and marks. Good printing practices. Pre-flight checks before sending to the printer.
Web and social media
- Designing visuals for the web. Formats and templates for social media. Optimising images and exports. Multi-format consistency.
Method and finalisation
- Organising your files and templates. Receiving and incorporating feedback. Presenting your work. Delivering clean, usable files.
The advantages of this training
- This training: focuses on practice with around 60% guided exercises; lets you work on your own files or projects; takes place in a small group of 1 to 3 participants; is led by an expert trainer; and leads to a certificate of completion.
FAQ
What is colour theory and the RGB / CMYK modes?
Colour theory studies harmonies (complementary, analogous…) and the impact of colours in a composition. RGB mode is used for screen, CMYK mode for print: choosing the right mode avoids unpleasant surprises when printing. The training teaches you to build consistent palettes and manage these modes.
What is the difference between a vector image and a raster image?
A raster image (bitmap) is made up of pixels: it loses sharpness when enlarged (photos, retouching). A vector image is made of mathematical paths that can be resized infinitely (logos, pictograms). Knowing when to use each is a fundamental of graphic design.
What is a brand style guide?
A brand style guide is the reference document that sets the consistent use of a visual identity: logo, colours, typography, composition rules and variations. It ensures that all materials "speak" the same visual language. The training shows you how to read and apply it.
Who is this training for?
Communication officers, freelancers, marketing assistants, beginner graphic designers and anyone who needs to produce visual materials day to day.
What are the prerequisites?
Be comfortable with the computing environment. No prior knowledge of design is required.
How long is the training?
The training lasts 5 days, i.e. 35 hours, on-site at your premises or remotely.
Is the training hands-on?
Yes: around 60% of the time is devoted to guided exercises, in a small group of 1 to 3 participants, with an expert trainer.
Can the training be personalised?
Yes, the content, pace and dates are tailored to your project. A preliminary discussion allows us to adjust the training to your level.