Graphic Design Careers: First Steps
21mBeginner2019-08-06
Authors
Cara St. Hilaire
Content manager of graphic design and photography at LinkedIn Learning
Course details
New to graphic design? You're in the right place. Discover the most crucial skills, tools, and techniques for graphic designers today, and which courses you need to kick-start your career. Learn about the importance of planning and sketching, and review resources that can help you tap into your inner creativity. Explore the building blocks of design—color, typography, and layout—and the main goals of projects like infographics and other common design jobs, so you step off on the right foot. Then, find out how to get started with essential design software, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Finally, get tips on digital output options and how to leverage different ebook distribution options.
Skills covered
First StepsDesign BusinessDrawingCareer ManagementSmall Business and EntrepreneurshipCareer DevelopmentGraphic DesignAnimation and Illustration
Concepts
Introduction
- The first steps to learning design
Getting Started in Graphic Design
- Planning your design
- The importance of sketching
- Learning design history
- Harnessing your creativity
The Essentials of Graphic Design
- Key components of design
- Types of design projects
- Essential software tools for design
- Printing considerations for design
Publishing
- Digital output for design
- Ebook format and distribution options
Conclusion
- Additional design skills to learn
- Next steps