University of Colorado Boulder

Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers Specialization

Length 3 to 6 months
Effort 4 hours per week
Subject Design, Art
Level Beginner
Languages English
Video Transcripts English

What you'll learn

In this hands-on specialization, you will explore basic graphic design elements, color theory, images, publication design and techniques for creating effective layouts. You will also learn about typography, the creative process, the importance of brainstorming, and how to discuss and critique design in a professional setting. Page layout software and online sites will be used to incorporate and manipulate text, color, photographs and images. If you are curious about the design process, work on a team with designers and need to speak some of their language, or want to empower the creatives on your team to be even better, this specialization is made for you.

Course syllabus

Online

Meet the instructors

Lori Poole - https://www.coursera.org/instructor/lori-poole