Overall Goal: To equip students with a comprehensive understanding of graphic design techniques and prepare them for professional careers in the industry.
This course will be divided into two main phases:
Phase 1: Design Fundamentals & Software (Month 1)
Module 1: Introduction to Mobile Graphic Design
Understanding the mobile design landscape.
Core principles of design (balance, contrast, hierarchy, etc.).
Design thinking process for mobile.
User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design principles for mobile.
Module 2: Mastering Design Software
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop (or similar image editing software).
Image editing basics (cropping, resizing, color correction).
Working with layers, masks, and selections.
Creating basic design elements (shapes, gradients, text effects).
Introduction to Adobe Illustrator (or similar vector graphics software).
Understanding vector graphics vs. raster graphics.
Creating and manipulating vector shapes (paths, points, anchors).
Working with text tools and typography for mobile.
Introduction to basic illustration techniques for mobile.
Module 3: Design Assets & Resources
Finding and using royalty-free stock photos and illustrations.
Understanding color theory and applying it to mobile design.
Creating a mobile design style guide (mood boards, color palettes, fonts).
Phase 2: Mobile Design Applications (Month 2)
Module 4: Mobile App Design
Understanding the mobile app design process (user flows, wireframing, prototyping).
Designing app icons and splash screens.
Creating user interfaces (UI) for different app screens.
Design considerations for user interaction and navigation.
Module 5: Social Media Graphics
Understanding different social media platforms and their design requirements.
Creating engaging social media posts (Instagram Stories, Facebook Ads, etc.).
Designing social media icons and profile graphics.
Optimizing images for social media.
Module 6: Mobile Advertising & Marketing
Design principles for effective mobile advertising.
Creating mobile banners and ad layouts.
Understanding mobile landing page design.
A/B testing and optimizing mobile ad performance.
Module 7: Portfolio & Design Resources
Building a mobile design portfolio to showcase your skills.
Exploring design trends and inspiration resources.
Freelancing and career opportunities in mobile graphic design.
Bonus
Expert Instructors: Learn from experienced professionals who are passionate about design.
Hands-on Learning: Dive right in with practical projects and real-world applications.
Small Class Sizes: Get personalised feedback and support from your instructors.
Career-Focused Curriculum: Prepare to launch your design career with confidence.
Additional Activities
Guest Lectures:Bringing in industry professionals to share their experiences and insights.
Graphic Design Industry Visits: Experiencing graphic design studios and workflows firsthand.
Student Projects:Applying learned skills to practical projects throughout the program.
Competitions and internships:Encouraging students to participate in competitions and seek internship opportunities.
Assessment
Regular assignments and projects to test understanding and practical skills.
Midterm and final exams to assess theoretical knowledge.
Portfolio review and presentation to evaluate artistic skill and professionalism.
Course Objectives
Introduce students to the fundamental principles of graphic design and their production pipeline.
Equip students with the skills to create basic graphic design using industry-standard software.
Develop students’ understanding of graphic’s creative and technical aspects.
Foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills in graphic design.
Basic Requirement
A Mobile with recommended 4 GB RAM and 64 GB ROM configuration.
Internet Connection with recommended 60Mbps to 100 Mbps speed.