Learn to design social media creatives, business cards, posters, and print-ready files using industry software. This course teaches design fundamentals first — colour, layout, typography — then applies them through practical assignments. By the end, you will have a real portfolio to show clients or employers.
Class 10–12 students interested in visual work, social media content, or design as a career path.
Owners who want to create their own Instagram posts, offers, and business cards without hiring a designer.
Anyone who wants to offer design services on the side, or produce better visuals for their own content.
Staff at print shops who want to move beyond basic typing into proper design work.
Ten modules — design theory first, software second, portfolio last. Software names are marked with actual availability to confirm.
| Module | Topics Covered | Practical Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Design Fundamentals | What is design, visual hierarchy, balance, alignment, proximity, white space, grid systems | Analyse 5 good and 5 bad designs; sketch layout drafts |
| 2. Colour Theory | Colour wheel, primary/secondary/tertiary, complementary and analogous schemes, colour psychology, HEX vs RGB vs CMYK | Build 3 colour palettes for different moods; convert colours between formats |
| 3. Typography | Serif vs sans-serif, font pairing, hierarchy, kerning, tracking, leading, readability rules | Design a typographic poster using only text |
| 4. Raster vs Vector | Difference between pixels and paths, when to use each, file format comparison (JPG, PNG, PSD, AI, PDF, SVG) | Create the same logo as both raster and vector; compare quality |
| 5. Adobe Photoshop (or GIMP) [VERIFY SOFTWARE] | Interface, layers, selection tools, masks, blending modes, retouching, text, filters, smart objects | Photo retouching, social media post, composite image |
| 6. Adobe Illustrator (or Inkscape) [VERIFY SOFTWARE] | Interface, pen tool, shapes, paths, stroke and fill, layers, artboards, vector illustration | Logo design, icon set, business card |
| 7. CorelDRAW (if available) [VERIFY SOFTWARE] | Interface, drawing tools, text handling, page layout, print setup | Wedding card layout, print-ready flyer |
| 8. Social Media Design | Size guides (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube), safe zones, story format, reels cover, carousel posts | Complete social media kit for a sample brand (10 posts + 5 stories) |
| 9. Print Design | Bleed, margins, resolution (300 DPI), CMYK mode, print-ready PDF export, paper sizes | Business card, flyer, and poster — all print-ready |
| 10. Portfolio & Freelancing | Portfolio structure, Behance/Instagram presentation, pricing basics, client communication, invoicing | Assemble 6–8 pieces into a portfolio PDF |
Duration: Contact us for the current schedule.
Batch timings: Morning, afternoon, and evening batches available.
Every assignment below becomes part of your portfolio. By the end of the course, you will have 6–8 real design pieces.
Design a double-sided business card with proper bleed, safe margins, and print-ready export. Both a services business and a creative business version.
Create a logo for a small business — three concept variations, then finalised in vector format with light and dark versions.
Design a complete Instagram kit for a brand — 10 grid posts, 5 story templates, 1 reel cover. Consistent colours and fonts.
Create an event poster (A3) in both print and social media versions. Practise hierarchy, image treatment, and CTA placement.
Design a promotional flyer for a local business — single-sided A5, print-ready with proper resolution and CMYK.
Assemble all pieces into a 6–8 page portfolio PDF with consistent presentation, project descriptions, and contact details.
| Principle | What It Means | How It Is Applied |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Hierarchy | The order in which the eye reads information | Headline biggest, subhead smaller, body smallest |
| Alignment | Elements line up with each other along invisible edges | Left-align body text; use grids for layout |
| Proximity | Related items grouped together | Name and designation together; contact details together |
| Contrast | Clear difference between elements | Bold headline against light body; dark CTA button |
| Repetition | Repeating colours, fonts, shapes for consistency | Same 2 fonts across a brand; consistent colour palette |
| White Space | Empty space around elements — not wasted space | Margins, padding, breathing room around text |
| Mode / Format | Use For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| RGB | Screen — social media, websites, presentations | Colours look vibrant on screen |
| CMYK | Print — business cards, flyers, posters | Colours will look duller but print accurately |
| JPG | Photos, final delivery | Compressed — not for editing |
| PNG | Images with transparency | Larger file size, lossless |
| PDF (Print) | Final print delivery | Embed fonts, CMYK, 300 DPI, with bleed |
| SVG | Logos, icons for web | Scalable vector — best for responsive design |
| PSD / AI / CDR | Source files | Keep these for future editing |
| Pathway | Typical Roles | What Helps Beyond This Course |
|---|---|---|
| In-house Designer | Graphic Designer at agencies, print shops, small businesses | Strong portfolio, basic print knowledge |
| Social Media Designer | Content creator, social media executive for D2C brands | Trend awareness, video editing basics |
| DTP Operator | Print shops, publishing houses, local printers | CorelDRAW mastery, layout speed |
| Freelance Designer | Fiverr, Upwork, Instagram clients, local businesses | Client communication, pricing, invoicing |
| Business Owner | Run your own design services or print business | Sales, client management, printing vendor network |
If you cannot afford Adobe subscriptions for home practice, use these free tools: GIMP (Photoshop alternative), Inkscape (Illustrator alternative), Canva (template-based). Skills transfer between tools.
Graphic design focuses on static visuals — logos, social posts, print. Web design adds HTML, CSS, UX, and responsive layout. If your goal is visual and creative work, choose graphic design. If you want to build websites, add a web design course later.
Yes, but a structured course gives you feedback and a portfolio deadline. Many self-taught designers struggle with critique and portfolio quality. A course with a real instructor shortens the learning curve.
The lab has the software installed for classroom practice. For home practice, Adobe subscriptions cost around ₹1,600/month (single app) or more for the full suite. Free alternatives are covered in the course so you can practise without paying.
See the lab, the software, and the teaching style before you decide. No obligation.
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