Graphics
Empower
Learn the fundamentals of design theory and the intricacies of numerous Graphic Design areas. Graduate with ‘stand out’ design creations, practical skills, and the capacity and confidence to produce anything design-related.
Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign required, learn with our Graphic Fundamentals course
Design Theory and Projects
(+ the business skills to jumpstart to start your career)
I would recommend DAs Graphic Design & Portfolio course to aspiring graphic designers. Not only did I gain graphic design skills, but I built a presentable portfolio as well.
Fraydie Gurkow – Freelancing 2019-2020
Check out what our students create in the course
Complete this course,
having accomplished the following
Knowledge
- Learn how to effectively brand, develop editorials, ads, brochures, and more.
Skills
- Master skills in concept, type, layout, and color in order to create compelling and creative compositions.
- Create a portfolio that wows!
Confidence
- Understand how to customize your designs to meet your clients’ needs.
- Learn how to market yourself and price your work.
Knowledge
- Learn how to effectively brand, develop editorials, ads, brochures, and more.
Skills
- Master skills in concept, type, layout, and color in order to create compelling and creative compositions.
- Create a portfolio that wows!
Confidence
- Understand how to customize your designs to meet your clients’ needs.
- Learn how to market yourself and price your work.
Design Alive is unreal. After the intensive design training Design Alive provided, I find that I naturally apply the skills we were taught. The difference shows remarkably in my projects. Besides the great teaching, it is most pleasing to have acquired a network of friends the world-over, all with a passion for design that matches my own. Having a variety of contacts to confer with over graphics questions and design opinions is a major benefit. Lastly, I must applaud my instructor for her blue-ribbon teaching. Her clarity and patience is unmatched, as is her indispensable support every step of the way.
Esther Heller, Brooklyn, NY
in-house graphic designer for Blue Sky Trading, Inc,
Graphic Design
You are the perfect fit for this course if you are
The Design Enthusiast
You have the drive to create beautiful content.
The Adobe techie
You have some experience and feel comfortable with the three core Adobe programs (see Graphic Fundamentals)
Customize your learning
experience to fit your schedule
| Live Learning | Cohort Learning | Self- paced learning | ||
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When | Course runs from October to June. | Course runs from October to June. | Complete in your own time and at your own pace. You are able to begin at any point during the year. |
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Classes |
2 classes per week 8.30-10.30 pm EST Learning hours: 75 hrs + homework |
4 x 1 hr classes per week plus live meetings Streamed classes released weekly to complete in your own time each week. Learning hours: 75 hrs + homework |
Complete in your own time and at your own pace. You have 18 months to complete the course. |
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Perfect for someone who needs | Real-time interaction with instructors and classmates, structure and accountability. | Flexibility within a structured learning environment for all time zones | A starting point at any time during the year and wants to complete the course at your own time and pace. |
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Advantages | Interact in a classroom setting, learn from lecturers, and establish real-time relationships. | Stay on track in the course as part of a group, receive live feedback and email correspondence to ensure accountability and progress. | Start whenever you need, create a personalized schedule, and work at your own pace to complete the course. |
Live Learning
When
Course runs from
October-February.
Classes
2 classes per week
8.30-10.30 pm EST
Learning hours:
75 hrs + homework
Perfect for someone
who needs
Real-time interaction with instructors and classmates, structure and accountability.
Advantages
Interact in a classroom setting, learn from lecturers, and establish real-time relationships.
Cohort Learning
When
Course runs from
October-February.
Classes
4 x 1 hr classes per week
plus live meetings
Streamed classes released weekly to complete in your own time each week.
Learning hours: 75 hrs + homework
Perfect for someone
who needs
Flexibility within a structured learning environment for all time zones
Advantages
Stay on track in the course as part of a group, receive live feedback and email correspondence to ensure accountability and progress.
Self-paced Learning
When
Complete in your own time and at your own pace. You are able to begin at any point during the year.
Classes
Complete in your own time and at your own pace. You have 18 months to complete the course.
Perfect for someone
who needs
A starting point at any time during the year and wants to complete the course at your own time and pace.
Advantages
Start whenever you need, create a personalized schedule, and work at your own pace to complete the course.
Meet your instructors
Alyse Bayles
Course Instructor
Meet Alyse, a highly skilled and dedicated graphic design instructor with over a decade of teaching. With her guidance, you're in for an immersive learning journey that will equip you with the knowledge and skills in this dynamic field. Alyse's expertise shines through as she shares her extensive knowledge in the Adobe software, Design Principles, Design History, Traditional Drawing, Layout Techniques, Typography, and Web Development. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, Alyse is here to take you under her wing and nurture your creative potential.
Zippy Thumim
Design critique
Meet Zippy Thumim, a graphic designer with over 25 years of experience, prestigious education, and a thriving freelance business. Zippy's talent is evident in her renowned book jacket designs and layouts. With over two decades of teaching Graphic Design across various schools and courses, Zippy is now directing Design Alive, offering exceptional internet-based courses for aspiring designers. Her industry recognition attracts clients in search of talented students for potential job opportunities.
Your Syllabus
Design & Dazzle
Design Foundations
Master timeless principles for strong design
and layout
Color Theory
Explore color’s scientific and psychological properties and how to apply it to design.
Typography Mastery
Utilize fonts effectively in your designs and become confident at choosing, pairing and thinking creatively with type.
Idea Development
From research to creation, transform concepts into inspired designs.
Design Projects
Corporate identity
Unique logos, stationery for real clients
Book covers
Typography, layout, actual covers, print potential
Advertising
Creative campaigns, psychology use.
Editorial design
Typography, layout, magazine covers.
Packaging
3D designs, real clients, production chance
Branding
Professional brand style, guide, design.
Brochures
Layout, composition, multi-page booklets
Portfolio
Print, online showcase with mockups.
Design Foundations
Master timeless principles for strong design
and layout
Color Theory
Explore color’s scientific and psychological properties and how to apply it to design.
Typography Mastery
Utilize fonts effectively in your designs and become confident at choosing, pairing and thinking creatively with type.
Idea Development
From research to creation, transform concepts into inspired designs.
Corporate identity
Unique logos, stationery for real clients
Book covers
Typography, layout, actual covers, print potential
Advertising
Creative campaigns, psychology use.
Editorial design
Typography, layout, magazine covers.
Packaging
3D designs, real clients, production chance
Branding
Professional brand style, guide, design.
Brochures
Layout, composition, multi-page booklets
Portfolio
Print, online showcase with mockups.
Bonus Section
Basic
Business
Master crucial business basics: clients management, getting clients, invoices, contracts, and pricing like a pro. Elevate your design game with these industry tricks.
Learn
Linked-In
Learn to connect with industry professionals, expand your network, and display your Designs and portfolio for your own professional career.
Check out what our grads are creating now
Why Choose Design Alive’s
Graphics Empower Course
No upsells, complete education tailored for landing a job
Join a community of like minded peers with job postings and support
Earn credits with our recognised college level courses
Testimonials
Employment opportunities
- Hourly wages typically start at $27, and move up really quickly once you build your experience.
- You can work in-house as a designer for a company, join a publishing firm, design firm, or marketing agency
- Go the freelance route and build your own business.
- Freelancing for yourself or Freelance Platforms (Upwork, Freelancer, Fiverr)
- Graphic Design Agencies
- Advertising Agencies
- Media Companies
- Book Publishing
- Web Design Agencies
- Printing and Packaging Companies
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Educational Institutions (Schools, Colleges)
- Design and Branding Consultancies
FAQ
2-3 hours a week
Yes, you need knowledge of the adobe programs photoshop, illustrator and indesign. You can take Graphic Fundamentals which will teach you the programs.
Live learning option- All classes and feedback is live. The course starts in October-July, students learn in a class structure, and learn at the pace of the class
Cohort learning option-The course starts in October, with students learning in a class structure and progressing at the pace of the weekly classes which are distributed. Live feedback is communicated between the teacher and students.
Self Paced option – Students begin at any time during the year. The course is completed at the students own pace. Homework, Grading homework, and correspondence is all done over email between teachers and students.
In general, students will be expected to participate in all lessons. However all classes are recorded and can be caught up in time for the next class.
Yes, you can pay for the course over 12 payments.
The course is built around the Jewish year with a winter (Chanukah) vacation and vacation during the month of Nissan. A course calendar will be emailed to all students after registration.
The graphic design, computer graphics and motion graphics courses will require access to the Adobe programs. Adobe.com now only offer a subscription based use of all software with a monthly fee of $19.99 with a year commitment. Design Alive students can take advantage of this student rate.
Yes. Upon successful completion of all projects and program tests (including regular attendance), students will be presented with a certificate of completion from Design Alive.
There is also an option to gain accreditation for courses completed that can be put towards a degree.
