Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project

This course is part of Xbox Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Beginner level

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2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

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Learn at your own pace

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There are 4 modules in this course

This comprehensive graphic design course empowers you to stay ahead of the curve, harnessing AI tools and creating a professional portfolio that showcases your talent. Analyze competitors, explore design trends, and complete a capstone project that enhances your designs for fictitious gaming company. By the end, you'll be equipped to navigate the design industry with confidence, leveraging AI for creative solutions, and presenting a polished portfolio to potential employers.

This is an introduction course, intended for aspiring graphic designers who want to gain a competitive edge by learning how to leverage AI tools in your design workflow, graphic designers seeking to expand their skills and stay up to date with the latest design trends and technologies, including generative AI, and anyone interested in the future of design. To succeed in this course, you should have basic literacy, familiarity with basic design principles, and access to Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

This module empowers you to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of design. Learn how to stay informed on emerging trends, research and analyze competitors' work, and apply these insights to create contemporary designs that stand out. In this module, you'll also work on a capstone project, where you'll apply the skills learned in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

What's included

13 videos9 readings4 assignments

13 videos Total 45 minutes

Welcome to Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project 3 minutes
The importance of trend awareness in graphic design 4 minutes
How to analyze and interpret design trends 4 minutes
The evolution of a design trend 4 minutes
Trend spotting in action 3 minutes
The value of competitor analysis 4 minutes
Identifying key competitors in your niche 4 minutes
Conducting a thorough design critique 4 minutes
Turning insights into inspiration 4 minutes
A comparative design analysis 3 minutes
The dynamic world of game design 4 minutes
A visual tour of game design trends 2 minutes
Conducting effective game design research 4 minutes

9 readings Total 90 minutes

Welcome to the Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project syllabus 10 minutes
Capstone project introduction 10 minutes
Top resources for tracking design trends 10 minutes
The designer's guide to trend forecasting 10 minutes
Trend inspiration boards 10 minutes
The art of the design critique 10 minutes
Competitor analysis case studies 10 minutes
Key trends shaping the gaming industry 10 minutes
Applying trend insights to your work 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 120 minutes

Recognize your role to stay ahead of design changes 15 minutes
Analyzing competitors work and applying inspiration to designs 15 minutes
Activity: Competitor analysis and iterate on designs for PixelForge Games 60 minutes
Can you recognize how to stay informed on design trends? 30 minutes

This module explores the exciting world of generative AI and its transformative potential in graphic design. Discover how to leverage AI tools like Adobe Firefly and Midjourney to enhance the creative process, automate repetitive tasks, and generate a multitude of innovative design variations. Apply these skills to the capstone project, using generative AI to create diverse and captivating game posters, pushing the boundaries of design possibilities.

What's included

12 videos8 readings5 assignments

12 videos Total 39 minutes

Introduction to Adobe Firefly 4 minutes
Generating images with Adobe Firefly 4 minutes
Editing and enhancing images with Adobe Firefly 3 minutes
Integrating Firefly into your design workflow 4 minutes
Getting inspiration from AI generated creations 2 minutes
Introducing Microsoft Designer: Your AI design companion 4 minutes
Optimizing your workflow with Microsoft Designer 3 minutes
The power of generative AI in game poster design 3 minutes
Iterating and experimenting with AI-generated posters 4 minutes
Evaluating AI-generated options 4 minutes
From prompt to poster: The AI design journey 2 minutes
AI-powered poster variations: A showcase 3 minutes

8 readings Total 80 minutes

The designer's guide to Adobe Firefly 10 minutes
Creating design variations with Microsoft Designer 10 minutes
Customizing and refining designs with Microsoft Designer 10 minutes
Automating design with Microsoft Designer: A practical guide 10 minutes
Microsoft Designer in action: Accelerating the design process 10 minutes
Crafting effective game poster prompts 10 minutes
Prompt engineering for game poster design 10 minutes
The art of AI-generated posters 10 minutes

5 assignments Total 105 minutes

Identify how to use AI to assist you in graphic design 15 minutes
How can AI can increase efficiency in graphic design 15 minutes
Select the best prompt 15 minutes
Activity: Use AI tools to enhance the poster design for PixelForge Games 30 minutes
Can you recognize how to use generative AI Tools in design? 30 minutes

This module describes the crucial process of building a professional design portfolio that effectively showcases skills and creativity. Learn to strategically select and organize your best work, crafting a compelling narrative that highlights strengths and expertise. Explore the essential elements of a professional portfolio and discover how to present projects in a polished and engaging manner using Adobe tools.

What's included

14 videos6 readings3 assignments1 peer review

14 videos Total 46 minutes

The importance of a strong portfolio 4 minutes
Criteria for selecting your best work 3 minutes
Organizing your portfolio for maximum impact 4 minutes
Before and after: A portfolio transformation 3 minutes
Tailoring your portfolio to your target audience 3 minutes
Revisiting your course projects 3 minutes
Adapting course projects for your portfolio 4 minutes
Presenting your process and design choices 4 minutes
Seeking feedback and iteration 3 minutes
Showcasing a design journey 2 minutes
Designing your portfolio layout 4 minutes
Crafting compelling project descriptions 3 minutes
Showcasing your personality and brand 3 minutes
Navigating a stellar portfolio 2 minutes

6 readings Total 60 minutes

The essential guide to portfolio curation 10 minutes
Portfolio inspiration: Showcasing your best work 10 minutes
Leveraging coursework for your portfolio 10 minutes
Create your portfolio in Adobe Behance 10 minutes
The anatomy of a winning portfolio 10 minutes
Portfolio design trends 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

Identify how to select your best work 15 minutes
Selecting designs for your portfolio 15 minutes
Identify how to build your portfolio 30 minutes

1 peer review Total 60 minutes

Activity: Craft your design portfolio 60 minutes

This module prepares you to confidently showcase your skills and passion in a design job interview. Learn the essential steps and best practices for effectively presenting your portfolio, highlighting your design process and the rationale behind your choices. Gain valuable experience through a mock interview and portfolio presentation, receiving constructive feedback to help you shine in real-world interviews.

What's included

15 videos7 readings5 assignments

15 videos Total 51 minutes

The importance of process in design 4 minutes
The design process in action 3 minutes
Breaking down your design process 4 minutes
Highlighting key design decisions 4 minutes
Design choices: The ripple effect 2 minutes
Addressing challenges and obstacles 4 minutes
The art of the portfolio presentation 4 minutes
Showcasing your work effectively 4 minutes
Engaging your audience 4 minutes
Common presentation pitfalls to avoid 3 minutes
Preparing for the design job interview 4 minutes
Mock interview scenarios 4 minutes
Handling Q&A with ease 4 minutes
Turning nerves into excitement 2 minutes
Following up after the interview 3 minutes

7 readings Total 70 minutes

Showcasing your design thinking 10 minutes
Structuring your portfolio presentation 10 minutes
The designer's guide to portfolio presentations 10 minutes
Presentation skills for designers: The art of communication 10 minutes
The graphic designer's interview guide 10 minutes
Interview success stories 10 minutes
Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project Summary 10 minutes

5 assignments Total 180 minutes

Identify key design decisions and how to overcome challenges 15 minutes
Identify how to showcase your work and engage your audience 15 minutes
Activity: Practice a mock portfolio presentation 60 minutes
Activity: Practice a mock interview 60 minutes
Identify how to prepare for a job interview 30 minutes

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