Graphics Mastery
You have zero knowledge and want to create jaw-dropping designs? Master the art of graphics and create a stunning portfolio to wow your clients and yourself.
- 28 week course, 4 classes per week
- Available live or self-paced
- Multiple time options for international students
- Fastrack option (self-paced only)
Software and Design
What level of training do I need to have before I start this course?
You don’t need to have any experience as a graphic designer, but you DO need to be comfortable with the 3 Adobe programs (Illustrator, Photoshop and Indesign).
This cousre combines the Graphic Fundamentals course and Graphic Empower course to give you a bundled easy to buy option. You can also consider the Fastrack Fundamentals courses to learn the Adobe programs before taking Graphic Empower.
What will I learn in this course?
This course will teach you the graphic-designer’s creative process, from concept development through layout and printing.
The project-based assignments you will work through will help you get personalized guidance from the experts so you can be confident in your skills.
Section 1
Composition, Color Theory and Typography
Section 2
Hand-Sketching, Textures and Idea Development
Section 3
Logo Design, Book covers, Advertising
Section 4
Magazine Layout, Branding, Menu design, Packaging and Brochure design
Section 5
(Optional) Preparation for Print course
How long should I expect to be working on the course each week?
Between the lessons and homework assignments, expect to spend 10-15 hours weekly.
How is this course different in a self-paced or fast-track format?
The self-paced option is almost the same as the live course except you get a deadline of 18 months to complete the course. Click here for more information.The Fast-Track option (self-paced only) is taught at a faster pace, has less hours and is less comprehensive than the full course. For example, the portfolio consists of 3-4 design projects instead of 8+. There is a time limit of 9 months to complete the fast-track course. More info about Fast-Track courses here.
What will I walk away with?
When you finish the course, you will have a thorough understanding of modern design and all it’s different applications, typography and layout skills. You’ll have the confidence and skill necessary to work as a designer independently or for others.
You will also have a widely recognised Diploma from Design Alive and a highly impressive portfolio of projects to show to prospective employers. This course is recommended for credit by the NCCRS for 12 credits.
Ready to get professional?
What are my employment opportunities after the course?
Average starting wage: $27/hr
Employment opportunities for talented graphic designers are widely available.
freelancer
Be a freelancer and build your own business
in-house
Work ‘in-house’ as the designer for a specific company
design firm
Work as a graphic designer in a print shop or graphic design firm
publishing
Work in the publishing field for newspapers or magazines
agency
Be part of the team at a marketing or advertising agency.
Some places our graduates are happily working at:
Ready to get professional?
B. Steinberg
Chicago
I took the graphic design and portfolio with Alyse Bayles. everything was so clear and enjoyable!! she really helped me develop my personal style and broaden my scope of design!! I cant thank design alive and Alyse Bayles enough for everything!!
Faigy Akda
Brooklyn
I wanted to thank you for all your help and teaching. I recently got a job as a graphic designer at Lubicom Marketing. They pretty much hired me based on my portfolio (I had no experience), so thank you. I’m BH really loving my job.
Leah Adina
I had an amazing experience taking Graphic Design with Alyse Bayles. Everything was presented clearly, the projects were exciting and varied and we had plenty of support along the way. Thank you!
Anonymous
The graphic design course was unbelievable!! It totally exceeded my expectations! I used to flip through Design Alive portfolios online and think “wow I wish I could create these cool designs!”.And now I can:) Thank you!!!!