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Step-by-Step Path to Becoming a Professional Designer

A course by

Nahusenay Gebreamlak

  • Level : Intermediate
  • Language : English
  • Video Completion Duration : 3:00
  • Activities : 16
  • Access on mobile, desktop, and tv
  • Telegram Community Access

About the Course

In this course, we’ll go beyond just “how to use design tools” we’ll explore how real designers think. You’ll learn how to approach design problems, understand what makes a layout work, and how to build creative confidence. We’ll mix short, practical lessons with mini-projects that push you to apply what you learn immediately. This is not just another “watch and forget” course. You’ll work through 3 creative challenges, get tips on presenting your work like a pro, and end up with a polished portfolio piece you can actually use. The course is made for beginner and intermediate designers who want to improve their visual thinking, grow their creative identity, and get ready for freelance or job opportunities.

Requirements

  • Basic familiarity with Figma, Illustrator, and photoshop
  • Access to a phone/laptop with internet
  • Curiosity and willingness to learn by doing
  • Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring or designers who want to improve fast
  • Creatives who know the tools but want to understand design principles
  • Anyone who wants to build a real portfolio piece and get hired/freelance gigs
  • What you will learn

    Activity 1: Types of design careers (freelance, studio, corporate)

    Activity 2: Goal setting

    Activity 3: Personal branding fundamentals

    Activity 1: Logo systems

    Activity 2: Typography hierarchy

    Activity 3: Color theory

    Activity 1: Visual consistency

    Activity 2: Creating a brand board

    Activity 1: Briefs and client needs

    Activity 2: Working with design constraints

    Activity 1: Cohesive storytelling

    Activity 2: Presenting visual solutions

    Activity 1: Research > Mood board > Build

    Activity 2: Handling feedback

    Activity 1: How to get clients, Applying for jobs

    Activity 2: Personal roadmap

    • Level : Intermediate
    • Language : English
    • Video Completion Duration : 3:00
    • Activities : 16
    • Access on mobile, desktop, and tv
    • Telegram Community Access