Graphic Design Courses and Certifications

The Value of Professional Graphic Design

50 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

There are no shortcuts for professional graphic design. This course helps clients and designers understand the value of graphic design and have more successful partnerships.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Graphic Design for Business Professionals

49 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn basic graphic design principles anyone can use to make business documents more visually appealing.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Graphic Design: Small Business Identity Redesign

34 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

John McWade walks us through the identity redesign for a small frame shop, reviewing the "before" and reframing the "after."

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Graphic Design: Informational Sign Redesign

31 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Join John McWade, founder of Before & After magazine, as he rebuilds a poorly designed informational sign, demonstrating the most engaging ways to showcase complex information.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Motion Graphic Design: Project Planning and Development

16 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to come up with—and execute—motion graphic design concepts in an effective and professional manner. Get techniques to use during project planning and development.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

LP/w Design Studio, Interior and Graphic Design

11 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how husband-and-wife team Libby and Patrick Castro use their different disciplines—architecture and graphic design—to drive designs for clients at LP/w.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Introduction to Graphic Design

Master foundational graphic design elements, from typography and branding to publication design. Create compelling visual narratives using pictograms, icons, and symbols while developing critical thinking skills for innovative solutions.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Maryland Institute College of Art Microcredential

Graphic Design History and Methods

Apply tools of critical inquiry to creative form-making Actively apply conceptual tools and techniques to basic design problems Analyze relationships among designers, users, process, and artifacts

• Kadenze
• 60 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Adobe

Composition - Foundations of Graphic Design

Master composition fundamentals including negative space, tension, and contrast to transform ordinary layouts into visually striking, readable designs.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Envato Tuts+

Photoshop for Beginners

83 reviews

Comprehensive guide covering essential tools and techniques for image editing, from layers and adjustments to retouching and exporting, suitable for photographers, marketers, and designers.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Envato Tuts+

Adobe Illustrator for Beginners

59 reviews

This free Adobe Illustrator course is aimed at helping beginners learn how to use Adobe Illustrator easily and quickly. You don’t need any previous knowledge of the software, and you don’t need design or illustration skills.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Flux Academy

Designing a Conceptual Brand - Graphic Design Portfolio

Step-by-step guide to developing a conceptual brand identity, from strategy and mood boards to logo refinement, color testing, and final presentation, enhancing your graphic design portfolio.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Teacher's Tech

How to Use Pixlr X - Easy Graphic Design

Learn to edit photos and create graphics with Pixlr X, a free online tool. Master essential features like layers, text, shapes, retouching, and background removal for stunning visual content.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ben Marriott

Graphic Design Analysis of Dune: Movie Titles, Posters, and Book Covers

Designers analyze the evolution of Dune's visual identity across films and book covers, exploring typography, composition, and artistic choices that shaped its iconic graphic design.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Futur Academy

Logo Design Process From 2 Professionals

14 reviews

Comprehensive logo design process from concept to final applications, featuring professional insights on research, branding, mockups, and identity systems for impactful visual communication.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video