Course Overview
The Graphic Design Foundation course introduces complete beginners to the fundamentals of visual communication in the digital era, focusing on the intersection of design and marketing. It combines essential design principles with practical application, enabling participants with no prior experience to create effective, audience-focused visual content using industry-standard tools.
Course Objectives
Understand the fundamentals of graphic design and visual communication
Recognize the role of design in modern marketing and digital media
Apply core design principles such as color, typography, and composition
Gain basic proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Develop the ability to create simple logos and social media designs
Learn how to design with audience psychology in mind
Build confidence in producing structured, visually effective design work
Who Should Attend?
Beginners who want to learn the basics of graphic design
Marketing and communications professionals looking to improve their visual content
Entrepreneurs and small business owners who create their own branding materials
Social media managers and content creators
Anyone interested in developing practical design skills using Adobe tools
Course Content
Session 1
Theory: Introduction to graphic design, types of design, core skills, and how to start in the field
Practical: Photoshop interface, layout setup, and basic tools
Session 2
Theory: Graphic elements – Color theory and its psychological impact
Practical: Photoshop color correction, photo adjustments, and basic retouching
Session 3
Theory: Graphic elements – Typography and visual hierarchy
Practical: Photoshop gradient maps, text effects, and styling
Session 4
Theory: Design principles (balance, contrast, alignment, spacing)
Practical: Photoshop selection tools and content-aware fill techniques
Session 5
Theory: Design principles applied in real compositions
Practical: Illustrator interface, layout setup, and basic tools
Session 6
Theory: Design movements and visual inspiration in modern design
Practical: Illustrator logo creation and vector design techniques, Using mockups on photoshop
Session 7
Theory: Portfolio building, resumes, Behance, and LinkedIn presentation
Practical: Advanced Illustrator tools and refinement techniques
Session 8
Theory & Practical: Full review of assignments, final project feedback, and course wrapping up
Assessment
Participants will complete short practical exercises and mini-tasks throughout the course to apply what they learn. A final project will be required to demonstrate overall understanding and creative execution, supported by feedback and review.
Who Will Deliver this Course?
Shavin T. Muhemmed is a digital designer and marketing specialist with over 7 years of experience in graphic design, branding, and visual communication. She has worked with organizations and freelance clients to develop creative design solutions, brand identities, and marketing visuals. Her teaching approach focuses on combining design theory with real-world practice to help learners build strong, industry-ready skills.
Training Methodology
A mix of short explanations and guided practice in each session
Hands-on work through real design exercises and project tasks
Ongoing feedback to help improve both creativity and technical skills
Learning Outcomes
Understand the basic principles of graphic design and how they are used in visual communication
Use color, typography, and layout to create clear and effective designs
Work with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for common design tasks
Turn ideas into visual content for branding and digital use
Consider the target audience when making design decisions and visuals
Complete a practical design project that shows both skills and understanding
Get lifetime access to course materials, resources, and design templates for ongoing use and practice
Training Details
Duration: 8 days (4 days per week, from Monday to Thursday)
Delivery Language: English with Kurdish language support when needed
Materials Language: English
Format: Virtual
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Fee Per Person: $150
Note
This course is designed for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in graphic design. An intermediate level will follow for participants who wish to advance their skills. Students who complete this level will receive a special discount for enrolling in the next level.
Payment
Must be made 7 working days before the start of the course. Payment can be made in cash, by bank transfer or through exchange offices.
How do I register?
You can register by emailing training@mselect.com with the following details:
Full Name
Position
Email Address
Phone number
Name of the course