Graphics
Mastery
Walk in creative. Walk out with
Design + Software + Business Building Skills
Turn your creative eye and Canva flair into professional-grade design skills, a standout portfolio, and confidence that can quote $500 for a logo.
Average wage per hour
$55+
Monthly earning potential
$10,000+
You’re here because you know you’re creative.
People trust your taste. You’re always doodling, noticing good design. Canva is your playground, and when something needs to look stunning, you’re the one they call.
But now…
you’re ready to do more than cute stuff for family and friends. You’re ready to learn the real tools, get live feedback, and build a stand-out portfolio that gets you hired.
Like our grads,
you’re ready to get your designs onto:
Not only did I walk away with a gorgeous portfolio to impress my clients, I gained endless knowledge, confidence and skill which stands behind me throughout my graphics career starting in the Mishpacha Magazine.
– Aviva Lewitan
But if you’re like many aspiring three designers,
you’ve got three big gaps to leap.
The Skills Gap
You’ve got creativity, but not yet the mastery of Adobe, AI tools, typography, and branding to compete professionally. You have no idea how to build a business that supports you, or what to say to a job interviewer.
The Value Gap
Your creativity deserves to be respected and paid for. Don’t let your talent stay a hobby (or a rock-bottom-paid job) while others earn from theirs!
The Confidence Gap
You wonder if you’re really “good enough.” The idea of job hunting, or pitching clients, feels beyond you. Or you’re already serving clients, but you’re never sure if your work is “good.”
The Skills Gap
You’ve got creativity, but not yet the mastery of Adobe, AI tools, typography, and branding to compete professionally. You have no idea how to build a business that supports you, or what to say to a job interviewer.
The Value Gap
Your creativity deserves to be respected and paid for. Don’t let your talent stay a hobby (or a rock-bottom-paid job) while others earn from theirs!
The Confidence Gap
You wonder if you’re really “good enough.” The idea of job hunting, or pitching clients, feels beyond you. Or you’re already serving clients, but you’re never sure if your work is “good.”
No.
A year from now,
you shouldn’t still be:
→ Doing free design favors while working at a 9–5 that exhausts you.
→ Guessing at what clients want and hoping they’ll love it.
→ Watching designers you know land the cool clients and live the creative life you want.
And if you’re entering the workforce for the first time, sure… you could take that teaching job…
Or you could become an accountant… and spend the rest of your life buried in numbers…
We know how big, crowded,
and professional the design world can feel.
For over 15 years, Design Alive has helped more than 1,200 graduates
turn their creativity into graphic design careers.
They now work at these companies:
We’re going to get you there too.
Introducing
Graphics Mastery
Our proven roadmap to becoming a confident, hire-ready designer.
Graphics
Fundamentals
Master the tools, sharpen your design thinking, and create real-world projects with live feedback.
Graphics
Empower
Dive into a packed, hands-on syllabus, and build standout projects that prove your expertise.
Launch
Your Career
Graduate with the skills, portfolio, and business know-how to start earning immediately.
Graphics
Fundamentals
Master the tools, sharpen your design thinking, and create real-world projects with live feedback.
Graphics
Empower
Dive into a packed, hands-on syllabus, and build standout projects that prove your expertise.
Launch
Your Career
Graduate with the skills, portfolio, and business know-how to start earning immediately.
1 + 2 combined together
as Graphics Mastery
Our proven roadmap to becoming a confident, hire-ready designer.
Here’s how we will take you there:
GRAPHIC
FUNDAMENTALS
Graphics
Empower
Launch
Your Career
→ Master the tools, sharpen your design thinking, and create real-world projects with live feedback.
Adobe Illustrator Mastery
From basics to advanced drawing techniques.
Complex photo editing and manipulation.
Polished layouts for magazines and more.
Create using AI prompts and image generation.
GRAPHIC
FUNDAMENTALS
Graphics
Empower
Launch
Your Career
→ Dive into a packed, hands-on syllabus exploring foundational design principles and creative concept development.
Design Foundations
Master timeless principles of composition, balance, and layout to create impactful designs.
Color Theory
Explore the science and psychology of color to craft harmonious and expressive palettes.
Typography Mastery
Learn how to choose, pair, and use fonts to enhance clarity, mood, and visual identity.
Idea Development
Go from research to realization - turn raw concepts into creative, well-executed designs.
→ Your portfolio will be bursting with impressive standout projects like these
GRAPHIC FUNDAMENTALS
Graphics
Empower
Launch
Your Career
→ Graduate with the skills, portfolio, and business know-how to start earning immediately.
This isn’t just a graphics course.
It’s the moment
you start calling
yourself a
Graphic
Designer.
Meet your instructors
Adina Cahn
Software instructor
Meet Adina, a creative powerhouse and the seasoned instructor you need, to boost your design skills. Whether you're joining the cohort course or opting for the self-paced or fast-track options, Adina is here to mentor and guide you to discover your design capabilities.
Alyse Bayles
Design Theory Instructor
Meet Alyse, a highly skilled and dedicated graphic design instructor with over a decade of teaching experience. 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 Theory Instructor
Meet Zippy, the well-known graphic designer and instructor who will bring out your creative talent and not let you settle for anything other than the best you can create.
You’re serious about your future career – and so are we.
Breindy Salgo shares: I was skeptical too.
I didn’t have a plan. My mother called around, and everyone just said one thing: ‘Go to Design Alive.’ I signed up, not really knowing what I was getting into. Now, three years later, I have a full-time job, I run a freelance business, and I even design book covers for a publisher.
– Breindy Salgo
Before Graphics Mastery:
“I wasn’t sure if I’d be good enough.”
“I was nervous to even open the programs.”
“I didn’t know how to price my work, let alone find clients.”
After Graphics Mastery:
“I know how to do stuff, real-world stuff that gets me hired.”
“I built a portfolio that I’m actually proud to show off.”
“I charge $500+ for logos now, and that’s just my freelance side hustle.”
“I landed a full-time job right after the course. I’ve been there 3 years and counting.”
Now, here’s your edge over the competition.
You want to stand out? These bonus masterclasses will give you skills that help you produce work that is a level up from the typical stuff that surrounds you.
On Target
(So you can create striking, cohesive brand visuals that truly connect)
Learn techniques and a strategic method to develop strong, visual identities from start to finish. Presented by the talented Rassi Kaufman, you’ll discover how to create branding that stands out confidently, and leaves a lasting impression.
Mastering Midjourney
(so you can create super-sophisticated imagery in a fraction of the time)
Create powerful, scroll-stopping images that captivate at a glance. Guided by the brilliant Yehoshua King, you’ll learn to push Midjourney to its limits — mixing styles, details, and bold ideas with real feedback and a crash course in using ChatGPT.
3D Dimension Design
(so you can create those polished, modern ads that you love the look of)
Learn how to make 3D images that stop people in their tracks. Taught by the legendary Nichy Silber, you’ll transform flat slides into dynamic, eye-catching visuals that jump off the screen and make your designs impossible to ignore.
Basic Business
(so you don’t make the beginner mistakes)
Nail the business side of design: Lock in clients, manage them like a boss, send pro invoices, write solid contracts, and price your work with confidence. These are the insider moves that make your creative career actually support you and your family.
Learn Linked-In
(so you are constantly “out there” getting in front of potential clients)
Get in front of the right people, grow a network that opens doors, and showcase your work so your portfolio sells you before you even walk in the room.
We posted a book cover opportunity — and one of your grads blew us away.
We immediately asked if she could take on more. Now we hire her regularly. Her work is sharp, on-brand, and professional. She’s a designer we trust.
– Menucha Publishers
Worried this won’t work for you?
Let’s be real. you’ve got questions, and you SHOULD.
Here’s what we hear all the time:
Every designer has a different style – that’s your niche. Just like hairstylists or photographers, clients choose you because of your vibe, not your resume.
Yes. Breindy said, “I got a job right after I finished the course.” And so did dozens of our grads. You’ll walk away knowing how to design ads, branding, packaging, book covers, and more – for real clients.
Absolutely. We don’t just teach design, we give you the business know-how, client-getting strategies, and confidence to turn your skills into steady, serious income.
Our learning plans are flexible and built for real life. Whether you’re a mom, student, or side hustler – you can do this on your schedule.
Self-paced Learning
Live / Cohort Learning
When
You are able to begin at any point during the year.
Course starts in November with 2 classes per week
Classes
Complete in your own time and at your own pace
2 classes per week
Live EST -
American eve hours
8.30-10.30 pm EST
Perfect for
someone
who needs
Starting point any time during the year, and want to complete the course at your own pace.
Real-time interaction with instructors and classmates, structure and accountability.
Advantages
Start whenever you need, create a personalized schedule, and work at your own pace to complete the course.
Interact in a classroom setting, learn from lecturers, and establish real-time relationships.
Simply put, Graphic Mastery is your path to a fulfilling career
- with support at every step.
Why 1200+ Graphic Designers trust Design Alive
You only want to invest in your career once!
Do it here, and get a…
System that’s been proven with 15+ years of creating A+ Graphic designers
Community of like-minded peers with job postings and support
Thrilling, hands-on learning (no boring lectures!) And comprehensive goal-oriented curriculum
Guest lectures from experts in the field
Flexible learning plans tailor made to ensure your success
Online masterclasses for post-course education
Not Sure Yet?
That’s okay, let’s figure it out together.
Our friendly team is here to help you decide if Graphics Mastery is right for you (and if you’re right for Graphics Mastery).
I went from sketching portraits to teaching Photoshop — thanks to DA! What started as a school secretary job turned into a design career I love. The courses gave me confidence, clients, and community. Now I freelance, collaborate, and even occasionally need help with my projects. DA turned my creativity into an opportunity!
– Aidy Miller
Take a sneak
peek into
Graphics Mastery
Why just imagine it, when you can experience it?
Dive into the preview now and feel the magic for yourself!
The real cost of waiting another year
Next enrollment
Current class
Just started!
Before Graphics Mastery:
Average Design Alive graduate earns $3,200/month from freelance work
Over 12 months, that’s $38,400 in potential income
Every month you wait costs you $3,200 in lost income.
But money isn’t the only thing you’re losing…
You’re also missing:
The confidence that comes from mastering a valuable skill
The satisfaction of seeing your work in print, online, and in stores
The freedom to work from anywhere (or work for yourself)
The respect that comes when people pay premium prices for your creativity
In a moment of inspiration, I called a random agency — and DA was the instant answer. The course, the support, and the unbelievable experience all made it unforgettable. Alyse’s classes were a dream. Honestly? I’d go back just for the experience and atmosphere of learning all over again.
– Rivky Gefner
This is your moment.
Right now, you have two choices:
Choice 1
Close this page. Go back to your regular life. Keep doing free design favors. Keep watching others build the creative career you want.
Choice 2
Take the leap. Invest in yourself. Join 1,200+ graduates who transformed their creativity into careers they love.
Nine months from now, you’ll either be exactly where you are today… or you’ll be the confident designer getting paid what you’re worth.
The choice is yours.
FAQs
2-3 hours a week
Nothing, as long as you are computer savvy.
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.
Walk in a novice, Walk out a designer
Walk in a novice, Walk out a designer
