Graphic Design Training in Braga

Adobe Express is an intuitive, cloud-based design platform that empowers individuals and teams to rapidly produce high-quality graphics, videos, and branded materials without requiring advanced design expertise.

This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) targets beginner-level users who aim to develop visually engaging marketing assets, presentations, and social media content using Adobe Express.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate the Adobe Express interface and leverage templates effectively.
• Create social media graphics, flyers, presentations, and short videos.
• Apply branding elements such as colours, logos, and fonts consistently.
• Collaborate on and publish designs using Adobe Express's cloud features.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Numerous exercises and practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Braga (available online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate graphic designers and animators who wish to learn how to create stunning animations, interactive media, and engaging web content using Adobe Animate.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Navigating the Adobe Animate interface and utilizing its tools effectively.
• Creating and editing animations through keyframes, motion tweens, and shape tweens.
• Designing interactive animations and applications using ActionScript and JavaScript.
• Integrating audio and video elements into projects.
• Exporting animations for web, video, and mobile platforms.

This instructor-led, live training in Braga (online or onsite) targets beginner and intermediate photographers who wish to harness the full potential of Darktable for their image editing and management needs. This course outline provides a comprehensive overview of the Darktable software, starting from the basics and progressing to more advanced editing techniques.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a development environment with Darktable.
• Import, organize, and manage their photo collections.
• Edit and enhance images using Darktable's features.
• Perform advanced color correction and manipulation.
• Apply non-destructive editing techniques.
• Debug common issues in Darktable.

This instructor-led, live training in Braga (online or onsite) is designed for anyone looking to improve their mobile photography skills.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the tools and settings utilized in mobile photography.
• Acquire tips and techniques for enhancing mobile photos.
• Master the fundamentals of mobile photography and lighting.

This instructor-led, live training in Braga (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to advanced-level engineers and drafters who wish to use GD&T to create precise and standardized 2D drawings for engineering projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply GD&T symbols and concepts to 2D drawings.
• Create clear and standardized technical drawings using GD&T principles.
• Interpret and implement feedback based on GD&T annotations.
• Collaborate effectively with teams using standardized GD&T notations.

What you will learn during the training:

• Principles of creating computer graphics and desktop publishing
• Methods for defining and manipulating color
• Distinctions between vector and bitmap graphics
• Techniques for customizing color photos and graphics
• Fundamentals of retouching and creating photomontages
• Creating original illustrations and graphics
• Adapting graphic material composition to meet printing requirements
• Designing logos
• Designing effective charts and tables
• Designing business cards and letterheads
• Creating labels, diplomas, and invitations
• Preparing leaflets
• Text formatting techniques
• Usage of spot colors
• Principles of print preparation
• Digital printing, offset printing, and screen printing processes

Sample class topics:

• Designing my poster
• Portrait photography/editing
• Panorama creation
• Designing my catalog
• Facial retouching
• Billboards
• Designing my logo

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the Dreamweaver tool. It covers the challenges associated with page creation, the use of templates, efficient table and layer construction, graphic insertion, and the design of aesthetically pleasing menus, concluding with server-side deployment.

During this training, participants will learn:

• Smooth and efficient program operation
• Printing technology and associated issues
• Photo adjustments and retouching techniques
• Color adjustment methods
• Red-eye removal
• Adjusting brightness and contrast
• Resizing images
• Enhancing image sharpness
• Combining multiple photos into a single composite image
• Restoring and improving the quality of old or damaged photographs
• Creating sepia effects
• Cutting out objects from their backgrounds
• Image construction, color models, basic concepts, and file formats
• Working with layers and masks
• Tool selection and vector paths
• Applying styles and effects
• Text editing and handling
• Adjusting color photos and graphics
• Using adjustment layers
• Automation techniques
• Utilizing the history of documents
• Retouching and photomontage techniques
• Saving your work effectively

This instructor-led live training in Braga (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner to intermediate-level developers and UI/UX designers who wish to use Adobe LiveCycle Designer to create interactive and dynamic PDF forms.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create and edit PDF forms with various elements and properties.
• Add scripts and logic to PDF forms using JavaScript.
• Validate and secure PDF forms.
• Integrate PDF forms with data sources and web services.
• Deploy and distribute PDF forms.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level photo enthusiasts and graphic designers who wish to use Adobe Photoshop Elements to edit and enhance their photos.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Edit and enhance their photos with various tools and functions.
• Organize and manage their photo collections with the organizer.
• Create and share photo projects such as slideshows, collages, and calendars.
• Apply artistic effects and filters to their photos.
• Perform basic and advanced photo retouching techniques.

Adobe After Effects Essentials is a two-day training course designed to equip you with the fundamental skills required to start working effectively with Adobe After Effects. Throughout the course, you will learn to manage layers within After Effects, grasp the principles of keyframing, control animations, manipulate transparency, and gain a deeper understanding of rendering and output processes. By the conclusion of the course, you will be able to competently edit video content using After Effects while applying industry best practice techniques.

The Adobe After Effects Essentials course encompasses all the essential skills needed for the post-production of professional-grade video content.

This instructor-led live training in Braga (online or on-site) is aimed at marketers and analysts who wish to use Adobe Analytics to analyze and optimize their company website's performance.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the benefits of web analytics.
• Generate reports that provide insights into a business.
• Collect and segment data.
• Set up and use metrics.
• Analyze visitor behavior.
• Create and manage campaigns to improve the performance of a website or marketing initiative.

Audience

Experienced graphic and media designers who are already comfortable with core Adobe tools and want to strengthen advanced workflows, corporate report design, infographic creation, branding systems, and AI-assisted production.

Format of Training

• Instructor-led sessions with structured explanations
• Demonstrations followed by guided hands-on exercises
• Practical work based on real corporate design scenarios
• Individual and group feedback during exercises and project work

Course Objectives By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

1. Use advanced Adobe Creative Cloud features to work more efficiently across tools
2. Apply AI-powered capabilities in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to accelerate design tasks
3. Create high-quality visual assets for corporate reports and presentations
4. Design professional infographics aligned with brand and communication standards
5. Build consistent branding and layout systems across multiple deliverables
6. Automate report layouts and publishing workflows using InDesign
7. Apply AI responsibly while maintaining visual consistency and brand control

This instructor-led live training in Braga (online or onsite) is designed for graphic designers and illustrators who wish to leverage advanced tools in Adobe Illustrator to create professional, high-quality vector artwork, illustrations, and graphic designs.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn more about the new and advanced features in Adobe Illustrator.
• Know the tips and tricks on how to use the advanced Illustrator tools.
• Redraw hand sketches into digital images.
• Create professional grade graphics, logos, and animated GIFs.
• Transform, blend, and distort texts and images.
• Automate workflows for repeated tasks.

This instructor-led live training in Braga (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level creative professionals who wish to use Adobe Creative Cloud to create workplace-ready graphics, video content, and digital media assets.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: create branded assets, edit professional video, produce basic motion graphics, and work more efficiently across Adobe applications.

This instructor-led live training in Braga (online or onsite) is designed for web designers aiming to develop applications using Adobe XD.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Configuring Adobe XD to commence application design.
• Developing rapid wireframes.
• Producing prototypes that incorporate micro-interactions.
• Enhancing a CV with UX design skills.

This course offers hands-on training on building interactive eLearning content. Beyond mastering fundamental concepts, participants will learn industry best practices for developing and publishing Captivate projects. Key topics covered include:

• Capturing software demonstrations
• Editing demonstration videos
• Managing objects within the Timeline
• Incorporating and manipulating images
• Publishing final projects
• Integrating audio elements
• Recording software simulations
• Applying animations
• Creating slideshow sequences
• Exporting results to a Learning Management System (LMS)
• Updating existing projects
• Building standalone viewers using MenuBuilder

This course is ideally suited for individuals beginning their graphic design journey with Affinity Designer, a widely acclaimed and highly versatile vector graphics application. If you are new to computer graphics and seeking a robust foundation, this curriculum will guide you through mastering the essential features and tools required to produce professional designs, step by step.

Throughout the course:

You will learn to navigate the Affinity Designer interface proficiently, enabling you to leverage its features with confidence.

You will gain proficiency in the fundamental tools for drawing and editing shapes, empowering you to craft your own illustrations and graphics.

You will develop an understanding of layer management and how to effectively incorporate colours and text into your designs.

You will master the core principles of exporting your designs across various formats, preparing them for print or online publication.

Upon completion, you will possess the ability to create simple graphics, logos, posters, and other visual assets using Affinity Designer. This course provides a strong foundation, enabling you to further advance your graphic design capabilities.

This course is designed for professionals who integrate text and graphics, enabling them to produce presentations, books, brochures, and other interactive content adaptable for various devices, including desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and mobile phones.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• utilize a vector graphics program
• create basic objects
• craft advanced curves
• design a logo
• trace elements from paper or photographs
• produce flyers
• create advertising posters
• open and modify vector documents, PDFs, and EPS files

In this instructor-led live training, participants will learn how to utilize Adobe Photoshop's photo-enhancement tools through a series of practical exercises designed to improve the quality of sample photographs.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply Photoshop's photo enhancement features to modify photograph quality
• Adjust sharpness and blur levels to highlight key features
• Modify colouring and facial expressions within photographs
• Prepare photographs for printing or development

Audience

• Photography beginners and enthusiasts

Course Format

• A mix of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice

This course imparts comprehensive knowledge on working with Adobe Premiere Pro, covering fundamental installation techniques, end-to-end project development, and the effective utilization of its tools.

What You Will Learn

Core Tools and Features
Participants will become familiar with Canva’s essential tools: adding and formatting text, and working with images and graphics – laying the foundation for clear and visually appealing designs.

Building Your First Project
Through a practical, hands-on session, participants will create their first project, learning how to select templates, customise colours and fonts, and personalise designs with their own elements.

Advanced Design Techniques
Participants will explore advanced features to produce professional and distinctive projects, including gradients, infographics, diagrams, and photo editing techniques (filters, cropping, and colour correction).

AI Integration in Canva
Participants will discover how to harness AI tools to automate tasks, generate graphics and text, and streamline the design workflow, thereby enhancing both efficiency and quality.

Key learning outcomes of the course:

• Core principles of computer graphics and desktop publishing
• Methods for defining and managing color
• Distinctions between vector and bitmap graphics
• Techniques for customizing color in photos and graphics
• Principles of retouching and composing photomontages
• Creating original illustrations and graphics
• Adapting to the specific requirements of graphic composition and print production
• Understanding logos and brand identity
• Designing engaging charts and tables
• Producing business cards and letterheads
• Creating labels, diplomas, and invitations
• Preparing leaflets, banners, print materials, and billboards
• Text formatting techniques
• Developing style sheets and applying formatting styles
• Utilizing spot colors
• Principles for preparing publications for print
• Overview of digital printing, offset printing, and solvent printing methods

This instructor-led, live training in Braga (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level users who wish to learn the essential tools and techniques of image editing using GIMP.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate GIMP's interface and toolbox efficiently.
• Edit and manipulate images with various tools like cropping, scaling, and painting.
• Work with layers, selections, and transparency to create complex compositions.
• Enhance photographs and prepare images for the web.
• Customize GIMP with plugins and scripting for enhanced functionality.

This instructor-led live training in Braga (available online or onsite) is designed for anyone aspiring to become a graphic designer.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp fundamental design theory and apply practical design techniques.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Cloud applications effectively, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Explore alternatives to Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Stay updated with the latest design trends.

This course provides a comprehensive explanation of how to utilize InDesign to produce documents that feature professional design and aesthetics. Topics include the implementation of paragraph and character styles, layout functionalities, and the customization of text and graphics. The curriculum gradually introduces advanced InDesign techniques designed to elevate both the visual appeal and functional efficiency of your documents.

This instructor-led live training in Braga (online or onsite) is designed for web designers who wish to create mobile interfaces using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe After Effects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Implement UI/UX designs for a responsive mobile application.
• Prepare and animate designs in Adobe Illustrator.
• Create reusable components.
• Incorporate advanced animations with Adobe After Effects.

Course Structure

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Ample opportunities for exercises and practice.

Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) is an XML-based graphics format used to create 2D vector images.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn the fundamentals of SVG as they step through the creation of their first SVG project.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basics of vector graphics and SVG
• Learn how to create, modify, use, and optimize SVG
• Learn how to use SVG with HTML & CSS
• Learn how to do basic animations with SVG
• Create their own SVG animation

Audience

• Developers and Programmers
• Graphic Designers
• HTML & CSS developers interested in learning more about SVG

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice