Graphic Design: Layout

What you'll learn

The magical pairing of text and images is at the heart of graphic design and this Graphic Design: Layout microcredential. You will gain foundational skills in typography, page layout, digital graphics and design problem solving. You will be introduced to leading software-Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for further study, related internships, as well as the ability to apply for entry-level design assistant positions. This is a great starting point for those interested in careers in illustration, marketing, photography, and digital animation. This microcredential may also benefit working professionals increasingly asked to do more for the company or organization website and social platforms. Take this microcredential alone or pair it with the Graphic Design: Publication microcredential to add more intermediate and advanced skills.