Turn Your Creativity Into a Career — Master Graphic Design in Just 12 Weekends
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12
Weekends
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2
Hours/Daily
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48
Learning Hours
About This Course
The Weekend Graphic Designing Program is a career-focused, hands-on training designed for aspiring designers, freelancers, and creative professionals who want to master Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop from scratch.
Over the course of 12 weeks, you’ll not only learn design theory but also apply it through practical projects such as logos, posters, flyers, social media creatives, advertisements, and complete branding kits. By the end, you’ll graduate with a professional portfolio — ready to kickstart your freelancing career or apply for design roles.
Course Highlights
- Master Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator from beginner to pro
- Learn design theory (colors, typography, balance, composition)
- Work on real-world projects (logos, posters, social media posts, branding)
- Build a professional portfolio to showcase to clients & employers
- Get career guidance for freelancing & job opportunities
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Course Modules & Weekly Breakdown
Week 1 – Introduction to Design + AI in Creativity
| Fundamentals of graphic design (color, typography, balance) |
| Introduction to Illustrator & Photoshop |
| Introduction to AI design tools (Adobe Firefly, Canva AI, Figma AI) |
| How AI supports brainstorming & idea generation |
Learning Outcome:
By the end of Week 1, students will understand the foundations of design and explore how AI can enhance creativity and idea generation.
Week 2 – Shapes & Selections + AI Idea Generation
| Illustrator basics: shapes, pen tool, pathfinder |
| Photoshop basics: layers & selection tools |
| Using AI for design references & mood boards |
Learning Outcome:
Students will gain hands-on experience in creating shapes, selections, and layouts, while learning to leverage AI for creative inspiration.
Week 3 – Typography & Color + AI Font/Color Assistants
| Typography essentials in Illustrator & Photoshop |
| AI-based font pairing tools (FontJoy, WhatFontIs) |
| AI color palette generators (Coolors AI, Khroma) |
Learning Outcome:
Students will master typography and color usage, supported by AI tools to create harmonious and professional design compositions.
Week 4 – Image Editing & AI Retouching
| Photoshop retouching: healing, liquify, filters |
| AI tools for background removal & upscaling (Remove.bg, Topaz AI, Gigapixel AI) |
Learning Outcome:
By this stage, students will be confident in enhancing and retouching images manually and with AI-driven tools for faster, high-quality results.
Week 5 – Logo Design + AI Logo Tools
| Logo creation in Illustrator |
| AI logo design tools (Looka, Logo AI, Adobe Firefly) |
| Refining AI-generated concepts into professional logos |
Learning Outcome:
Students will learn to design logos from scratch and refine AI-assisted ideas into polished, brand-ready identities.
Week 6 – Posters & Flyers + AI Templates
| Poster & flyer design in Photoshop |
| AI-powered template tools (Canva AI, Kittl AI) |
| Converting AI templates into unique, customized designs |
Learning Outcome:
Students will be able to create marketing materials like posters and flyers by combining manual design with AI-powered templates.
Week 7 – Social Media Graphics + AI Enhancements
| Designing engaging social media posts |
| AI content generation for layout & variation ideas |
| Automated resizing for multiple platforms |
Learning Outcome:
By the end of Week 7, students will be skilled in designing professional, platform-ready social media graphics with AI-assisted efficiency.
Week 8 – AI-Enhanced Photo Manipulation
| Photoshop blending & surreal art creation |
| AI image generation (MidJourney, DALL·E, Firefly) for new creative assets |
Learning Outcome:
Students will experiment with advanced photo manipulation techniques and generate new creative elements using AI.
Week 9 – Business Branding + AI Support
| Illustrator: business cards & stationery design |
| AI-generated mockups (Mockup AI, Renderforest AI) |
Learning Outcome:
Students will understand branding essentials and how to present their designs through professional AI-powered mockups.
Week 10 – Advertisements + AI Motion Concepts
| Photoshop ad design fundamentals |
| Using AI to generate creative ad concepts & layouts |
Learning Outcome:
Students will develop skills to design impactful advertisements and integrate AI-generated ideas into real-world ad campaigns.
Week 11 – Portfolio Building + AI Showcase
| Combining student-created & AI-supported works |
| Ethical guidelines for AI usage in portfolios |
Learning Outcome:
Students will build a professional portfolio, showcasing their design and AI-enhanced work ethically for career opportunities.
Week 12 – Final Project & Career with AI
| Final Project: A complete design package (Logo, Brand Kit, Poster, Social Media Pack) |
| Freelancing & client acquisition tips |
| Job opportunities in agencies & startups |
| Career guidance: freelancing & agency work with AI support |
Learning Outcome:
By the end of the course, students will have a professional portfolio piece and a clear understanding of how to use AI for career growth.
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Industry Trends Covered
- Increasing demand for visual storytelling in marketing and social media.
- The growing importance of brand identity design (logos, stationery, and digital branding).
- Rise of >digital advertising graphics for social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok).
- High freelance demand for poster, flyer, and social media content design worldwide.
- Evolution of creative ad design & photo manipulation in modern campaigns.
- Use of mockups and portfolio presentation to attract professional clients.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Aspiring Graphic Designers who want to start a career in creative design.
- Students & Beginners looking to master Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop from scratch.
- Freelancers who want to expand their services with high-demand design skills.
- Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners wanting to design their own branding and marketing content.
- Marketing Executives & Content Creators who want to elevate their visual design skills.
- Professionals from Any Field who want to strengthen their portfolios and freelance opportunities.
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Tools & Technologies You’ll Master
- Adobe Illustrator – Vector graphics, logo design, typography, icons, infographics.
- Adobe Photoshop – Image editing, photo manipulation, posters, creative ads.
- Mockup Generators – Showcasing branding designs (business cards, stationery, packaging).
- Color Palette Tools – Adobe Color, Coolors for professional color schemes.
- Typography Resources – Google Fonts, Adobe Fonts for creative type usage.
- Stock Resources – Free & paid stock images, icons, and vector libraries.
- Portfolio Platforms – Behance, Dribbble, and personal website portfolio building.
Learning Outcomes
By completing this program, students will:
- Be proficient in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
- Design professional logos, posters, social media posts, and branding kits
- Create advertisements & marketing creatives for print and digital platforms
- Build a professional portfolio to showcase in interviews & freelancing platforms
- Gain practical knowledge of freelancing, client handling, and career growth
Final Project
By the end of the course, students will apply all their learning into a comprehensive professional project. This will include:
- Complete Branding Package – Logo design, stationery (business card, letterhead), and social media kit.
- Marketing Collateral – A poster/flyer and at least one creative advertisement design.
- Portfolio Presentation – Students will organize their best works (from class projects + final project) into a polished digital portfolio, suitable for freelancing platforms or job applications.
- Mockup Showcase – Branding and ad designs will be displayed on realistic mockups to enhance presentation.
- Professional Feedback – Instructors will review, critique, and guide improvements to make projects client-ready.
Outcome
Students will graduate with a ready-to-use portfolio, a complete brand identity package, and the confidence to work with real clients or start freelancing immediately.