Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 29 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
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- Introduction to Print Designcovers the fundamentals of creating visual content for physical media like flyers, brochures, and business cards, focusing on layout, typography, color, and production techniques to ensure professional-quality printed materials.3
- Principles of Effective DesignBalance, contrast, alignment, repetition, proximity, and hierarchy, all working together to create visually appealing and easily understandable layouts that effectively communicate a message.4
- Flyer Designthe process of creating eye-catching, single-page promotional materials that quickly convey key information, using bold headlines, compelling visuals, and a clear call-to-action to capture attention and drive engagement.5
- Brochure Designcreating informative and visually appealing layouts that effectively present a brand's message, products, or services, using structured sections, engaging visuals, and a clear flow across folds and panels.5
- Business Card Designon creating compact, professional layouts that effectively showcase a brand’s identity and key contact details, using clean typography, balanced spacing, and strategic use of logos and colors.5
- 5.1Designing for small formats: ensuring legibility and brand consistency
- 5.2Exploring different layouts and orientation styles
- 5.3Integrating logos, typography, and contact details effectively
- 5.4Understanding paper finishes, textures, and special printing techniques
- 5.5Designing business cards for different industries and purposes
- Print Specifications and File Preparationinvolve setting correct resolution, color mode (CMYK), bleed, and file formats to ensure high-quality, print-ready designs without production issues.4
- Branding in Print Designvisual consistency by integrating logos, colors, and typography to reinforce brand identity across all printed materials.3
A print design course teaches the skills needed to create professional printed materials such as flyers, brochures, business cards, and posters. It covers layout, typography, color theory, file preparation, and design software.
This course is ideal for graphic design beginners, marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to enhance their print design skills for personal or business use.
Effective flyer design includes a strong headline, clear message, eye-catching visuals, balanced layout, and a compelling call-to-action, all tailored to your target audience.
Common tools include Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, which are used for creating layouts, vector graphics, and image editing for print materials.
Print design is created for physical formats and requires specific settings like CMYK color mode and high resolution (300 DPI), while digital design is optimized for screens using RGB color mode and web-friendly file formats.
Very important—improper file setup can lead to printing errors. Key aspects include using the correct color mode (CMYK), setting the right resolution (300 DPI), and including bleed and trim areas.
Print marketing is effective when it's visually appealing, well-targeted, and delivers a clear message. High-quality design and materials help create a lasting impression.
Yes, many courses and tools are beginner-friendly. While professional experience helps, you can learn essential skills through structured training and practice.
Flyers, brochures, posters, business cards, banners, postcards, and catalogs are common materials covered in print design courses.
Paper choice depends on the purpose thicker stock for business cards, glossy for flyers, and matte for brochures. Finishes like UV coating or embossing can enhance durability and visual appeal.