Graphic and Media Design Essentials: Figma, Photoshop, and Animation

Visual design is at the heart of modern communication, shaping how we interact with brands, websites, and digital products every day. This text-based course guides you through the fundamental principles of media design, helping you transform creative ideas into structured, professional assets. You will develop a strong eye for composition, typography, and color theory while learning how to use industry-standard tools like Figma, Photoshop, and Animate. Through clear written explanations, structured exercises, and step-by-step project briefs, you will build a versatile portfolio featuring advertising graphics, web layouts, and interactive animations. What you'll learn: - Understand core graphic design principles, including visual hierarchy, color theory, and typography. - Create clean, responsive digital layouts and user interface mockups using Figma. - Edit, enhance, and combine images professionally using Photoshop techniques. - Design vector-based animations and motion graphics using Animate. - Apply modern design workflows, including digital accessibility best practices and contrast standards. - Build a diverse portfolio of media assets, from promotional banners to interactive web elements. The course begins with foundational design theory and terminology before moving into practical, tool-specific modules where you will apply your knowledge to real-world design briefs. This course is designed for absolute beginners, with no prior design or software experience required. Start your journey into the world of media design and begin building your creative portfolio today.