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Adobe Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

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Adobe Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

Turn your passion into a graphic design career.. Build in-demand design skills that take you from newbie to pro, and earn a certificate that opens doors. No experience, no problem.

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Instructor: Adobe

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Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise
Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Acquire fundamental skills to enhance your graphic design projects using any app.

  • Develop skills in image editing using industry-standard products that unlock the full potential of your photos. 

  • Explore timesaving tips and AI-powered tools that make your creative flow easier.

  • Understand visual storytelling principles and how to effectively communicate ideas through design. 

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  • Receive professional-level training from Adobe
  • Demonstrate your technical proficiency
  • Earn an employer-recognized certificate from Adobe
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    Improve your resume and LinkedIn with personalized feedback

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    Practice your skills with interactive tools and mock interviews

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Professional Certificate - 5 course series

Design Fundamentals

Course 122 hours4.7 (40 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Understand and apply basic visual design principles to create appealing, practical designs that captivate your audience.

  • Explore diverse career opportunities in design and discover the skills needed to thrive in each role.

  • Gain hands-on experience with Adobe Express to easily create professional-quality design projects.

  • Build a stunning portfolio that showcases your design expertise and proficiency with Adobe Express.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Adobe Photoshop
Category: Image Editing
Category: Photography
Category: Photo Retouching
Category: Graphic Design

What you'll learn

  • Understand the foundational concepts of generative AI and explore its diverse applications in design.

  • Gain practical skills in using Adobe Firefly, mastering the tools to generate AI-driven content that stands out.

  • Explore the ethical considerations and best practices for incorporating generative AI into your projects, ensuring responsible and impactful use.

  • Integrate generative AI tools into your design workflow, enhancing your creativity and efficiency while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Document Design
Category: Digital Design
Category: Layout and Composition
Category: PDF editing
Category: Graphic Design

Image Editing

Course 30 minutes

What you'll learn

  • Understand and apply basic image editing principles to create visually appealing and practical designs that captivate your audience.

  • Gain hands-on experience with Adobe Photoshop to create professional-quality design projects with ease.

  • Build a stunning portfolio that showcases your image editing expertise, making you a standout candidate for any creative opportunity.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Image Editing
Category: Creativity
Category: Generative AI
Category: Graphic Design
Category: Adobe Firefly

Graphics and Illustration

Course 40 minutes

What you'll learn

  • Understand and apply basic graphic design principles to create visually appealing and practical designs that captivate your audience.

  • Gain hands-on experience with Adobe Illustrator, mastering the tools and techniques you need to produce professional-grade artwork.

  • Build a stunning portfolio that showcases your graphic design and illustration expertise, making you a standout candidate in the creative industry.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Visual Storytelling
Category: Visual Design
Category: Typography
Category: Color Theory
Category: Graphic Design

Document Design

Course 50 minutes

What you'll learn

  • Master the fundamentals of document design, learning how to create clear, visually appealing, and effective documents.

  • Explore various tools and software products used in document management, and understand how to leverage them for maximum efficiency.

  • Gain practical experience in organizing, formatting, and managing documents to ensure that they meet professional standards.

  • Develop a comprehensive portfolio of well-designed documents that demonstrate your proficiency and attention to detail.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Adobe Illustrator
Category: Digital Design
Category: Drawing
Category: Brand Identity
Category: Graphic Design

Instructor

Adobe
Adobe
8 Courses6,509 learners

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