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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. Learn the design skills you need to create high-impact, on-brand visual content, and earn a credential that unlocks new career possibilities. No experience necessary. Three-month free trial offer included.

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Instructor: Adobe

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5 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise
4.7

(484 reviews)

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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Design Fundamentals

Course 122 hours4.6 (596 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: Graphic and Visual Design
Category: Design Elements And Principles
Category: Creativity
Category: Visual Design
Category: Color Theory
Category: Color Matching
Category: User Experience Design
Category: Style Guides
Category: Design
Category: Content Creation
Category: Typography
Category: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Category: Logo Design
Category: Adobe Creative Cloud
Category: Graphic Design

Generative AI Content Creation

Course 219 hours4.6 (154 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Define what generative AI is, explain its meaning, and understanding of foundational concepts of generative AI in design.

  • Apply generative AI tools to create visual and written content that stands out.

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

  • Use AI to streamline design workflows while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Data Ethics
Category: Prompt Engineering
Category: Creative Design
Category: Generative AI
Category: Adobe Creative Cloud
Category: Content Creation
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Data Integrity

Image Editing

Course 317 hours4.6 (53 ratings)

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: Adobe Photoshop
Category: Photo Editing
Category: Graphic and Visual Design
Category: Creativity
Category: Photography
Category: Editing
Category: File Management
Category: Creative Design
Category: Generative AI

Graphic Design

Course 425 hours4.7 (49 ratings)

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: Design Elements And Principles
Category: Adobe Illustrator
Category: Typography
Category: Color Theory
Category: Graphic Design
Category: Adobe Creative Cloud
Category: Graphic and Visual Design
Category: Generative AI Agents
Category: Creative Design
Category: Graphic and Visual Design Software

Document Design

Course 525 hours4.7 (34 ratings)

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: Document Management
Category: Adobe Acrobat
Category: Version Control
Category: Constructive Feedback
Category: File Management
Category: Branding
Category: Workflow Management
Category: Process Design
Category: Graphic Design
Category: Marketing Design
Category: Collaborative Software
Category: Presentations
Category: Design Reviews
Category: Client Services

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