Graphic Design Fundamentals & Portfolio Development Course NYC

In this hands-on graphic design course, you'll expand your knowledge of design concepts and processes while producing stunning portfolio projects.

This Graphic Design Bootcamp is located at our graphic design school, Noble Desktop, at 185 Madison Avenue in Midtown.

This course has a prerequisite

Students should have strong working knowledge in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.

Schedule & Enrollment: Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp

18 Hours
$975

NYC or Live Online
Free retake
Setup assistance
Expert instructors
Small classes

This course is offered by our affiliate school, Noble Desktop.
View upcoming course dates and register at nobledesktop.com.

Tuition

As one of our smaller courses, tuition for this course is due in full before the start date. The best way to save on this course is to take it as part of a certificate program.

Full Tuition

$975
Due before the class starts

What’s Included

18 hours of hands-on instruction
Live, project-based training from experts
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Small class sizes

What’s included with my tuition?

A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many cohorts and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
Supplemental materials to assist both during and after the course - please refer to specific course pages to see what supplemental materials are offered
A 1-year free retake policy which allows students to retake any part of the course or program for free to refresh the materials and gain additional practice
A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment

Are there any additional fees or expenses?

There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.

However, if you plan to take the course live online, you may need to obtain required software. We’ll help you get set up with a free trial of paid software prior to the class. Most of our coding classes utilize freely-available open-source software. For most of our design and motion graphics courses, we will help you get set up with a free trial of Adobe Creative Cloud. If you attend the course in-person, we will have a computer already set up for you with all of the required software for no additional cost.

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

We don’t currently offer discounts as we do our best to affordably prices our courses.

Take this course as part of a certificate program and save:

Graphic Design Certificate

Price: $2,995 | Hours: 84 Hours
Visual Design Certificate

Price: $3,995 | Hours: 120 Hours
Digital Design Certificate

Price: $4,495 | Hours: 138 Hours

Learn the Skills Guarantee™

Learn the concepts and skills covered in this course or your tuition is on us. See details and terms & conditions.

Hands-on, personalized training

Learn with real-world projects

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Cutting edge curriculum

Step-by-step instruction to boost retention

The Career Centers instructors are highly skilled communicators who really know their craft. They are wonderful about explaining and re-explaining when necessary and I never felt rushed or foolish for asking a question.
—Diane Speros

Learn from industry experts

Gain industry knowledge from professionals

Free retake

Retake the course for free within one year

Interactive Training

Learn in Real-Time with Small Class Sizes

Attend this course in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects.

Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At NYC Career Centers, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.

On Campus in NYC 185 Madison Avenue, NYC

Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.

Live, interactive class
Experienced instructor in the room with you
Computer and software provided

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Live Online Remote, from anywhere

Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.

Live, interactive class
Experienced instructor teaching over Zoom
Remote setup assistance provided

More about live online training

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Earn a Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!

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Sample credential for completion of Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp

Free Retake & Class Recordings

Missed a session or need a refresher? We have you covered!

Free Retake

We offer a single free retake of the class within a year.

Class Recordings

You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.

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Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp Curriculum

What You’ll Learn at a Glance

Broaden your understanding of graphic design concepts and processes, both formal and conceptual
Enhance your skill as a designer
Understand the elements of design
Learn how to speak about your work and how to incorporate and evaluate critiques
Develop and expand your portfolio

Course Syllabus

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Section 1

What is Graphic Design?

Brief overview and discussion
Elements of design
Gestalt Principles

Word Work

Letterform Anatomy
Type Classifications
Speed design with limited source material!

Design Assignment: Logo Design

Brief slide show on what makes a good logo
Design assignment: Choice of logo redesign for an existing company or create your own personal logo design.
Create two distinct design options for your logo.

Section 2

Design Process

Explore ideation and the creative design process
Logo exploration (Ritos del Sol, Vaya)
Learn logo drafting using the template feature in Illustrator
Introduction of Photoshop mock-ups
Sketching exercise. Learn to work quickly and creatively within fixed parameters.

Color Interaction

What do colors mean?
How do designers use colors effectively
Color palettes: we will explore how to choose appropriate color palettes for different assignments

Design Assignment: Identity System

Finalize your logo to design an identity system using a "color study" and complimentary typeface. Use this visual system to either create a stationery design or social media graphics.

Section 3

Typography

Typographic Overview
Type Selection
Type Pairing
Foundry Overview
Optical Spacing

Design Assignment: Book/eBook Cover Redesign

Create either a book or eBook cover design for a re-issue of a famous piece of fiction. Use type and imagery to create a visually appealing cover that will entice a reader.

Section 4

Historical Design Movements

Arts & Crafts
Art Nouveau
Dada
Destijl
Constructivism
Bauhaus
Swiss International

Design Assignment: Album Art Cover/Spotify Graphic

Create cover art for a band to be used for online purchases of music or streaming music services. Use a mixture of typography, imagery, and basic graphic elements, with consideration for different screen sizes and resolutions.

Section 5

Information Hierarchy

What goes first? Second? Last? And why?
Are there rules? How can we be creative within these rules?
We explore the who, what, where, when, and why of laying out information.
Learn about grid systems.

Design Assignment: Event Poster or Email Announcement

Students will design a poster or email announcement for an event. Designs should convey a concept relating to the subject, and use a clearly identifiable visual hierarchy.

Section 6

Design Hero Slide Show

The instructor will show a brief slide show of past and present design visionaries

Portfolio Criteria & Revision

Ten points to consider when developing a professional Graphic Design portfolio.
Recommended book list
Revision, completion and collection of any final revised exercises or projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?

Students should have strong working knowledge in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).

How does attending “live online” work?

Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
You will need your own computer and copy of any required software. If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at nyc@careercenters.com

What happens if I need to miss a session?

You have some options:

You can watch a recording of the session. We will provide any course materials.
If you can’t come into the classroom but can still attend remotely, we will provide you with the Zoom login information.
You can use your free retake to make up any missed class time.

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More about the Graphic Design Fundamentals course

Throughout the course, you'll produce several portfolio projects, including logos, social media graphics, stationery, book/eBook covers, album covers, event posters, and email announcements

Assignments will be critiqued during class both by the instructor and during group critiques. You’ll incorporate the feedback into your work and finish the assignment in class, or outside of class as homework (you should expect to work outside of class). By the end of this class, we hope you’ll have at least five finished pieces for your portfolio. The instructor is available throughout the six classes to give feedback and advice on all projects both during and outside of class.

Instructor: With 20 years of accomplishment in graphic design and advertising, Alfred Assin specializes in branding and identity. His work spans a wide array of industries, with clients including Douglas Elliman, Robert K. Futterman, GlaxoSmithKline, The Wynn Hotel & Casino, Cartier, Bass Shoes, and Maurice Villency. He has worked for top agencies such as Frankfurt Balkind and AgencySacks, as well as boutique firms like slover [AND] company and Graj + Gustavsen. He maintains his own freelance consultancy, Mr. Grey.

Design School: Noble Desktop is a leading design school in New York City, specializing in graphic design, web design, and UX/UI design. Since 1990, we have taught thousands of designers and freelancers the latest trends and applications. Advance your skills with hands-on classes and certifications, or customize a corporate training program for your team.

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