Graphic Design Training in Matosinhos

Adobe Creative Cloud offers a comprehensive suite of industry-standard tools designed for creative professionals, facilitating high-quality design, multimedia production, and collaborative workflows. This course equips faculty members with practical experience in Adobe’s core applications to create academic and institutional materials, thereby fostering creativity, innovation, and effective communication within the teaching and learning environment.

This instructor-led, live training session—available either online or on-site—is designed for participants at beginner to intermediate levels who aim to enhance their digital competencies in graphic design, multimedia editing, and academic content creation using Adobe Creative Cloud tools.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate the Adobe Creative Cloud ecosystem and manage files via the cloud.
• Design and edit professional visual content using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Develop engaging video and motion graphics with Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Create and secure PDF documents using Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.
• Utilize Adobe Express and Firefly for generative AI-driven design and digital marketing assets.
• Integrate Adobe tools to produce institutional and academic multimedia projects.

Course Format

• Project-based learning supplemented by hands-on exercises.
• Guided demonstrations utilizing official Adobe software.
• Practical assignments, interim evaluations, and a final integrative project.

Course Customization Options

• To request tailored training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.

Adobe Hyvä is a contemporary frontend framework for Magento 2, designed to replace the Luma stack with an architecture focused on high performance and developer efficiency.

This instructor-led, live training session (available online or on-site) targets intermediate to advanced Magento developers looking to implement and customise Hyvä Themes within Adobe Commerce (Magento 2) projects.

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

• Grasp the architecture and advantages of Hyvä Themes.
• Install and configure a Magento 2 store utilising a Hyvä foundation.
• Customize templates, styles, and layouts using Alpine.js and Tailwind CSS.
• Integrate third-party modules and ensure their compatibility with Hyvä.
• Enhance performance and user experience through Hyvä's lightweight frontend stack.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions
• Practical exercises and laboratory work
• Live development environment implementation

Course Customization Options

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

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 Matosinhos (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 Matosinhos (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level content developers who wish to have a foundational understanding of Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Animate, and Adobe Character Animator.

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

• Understand the core functions of each software tool in the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Use tools and techniques in Adobe After Effects for motion graphics, Adobe Premiere Pro for video editing, Adobe Illustrator for graphic design, Adobe Animate for animations, and Adobe Character Animator for character animation.
• Improve creative design and production capabilities, enabling faster and more efficient development of high-quality digital content.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (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 Matosinhos (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 Matosinhos (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.

For many, Adobe Acrobat Reader is simply a tool for viewing PDF files.

However, this application also enables you to generate PDF documents tailored to your specific needs, allowing you to replace files created in popular programs like Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with this versatile format.

This training on creating PDF documents is designed for individuals eager to master the intricacies of PDF composition.

Delivery Format

• Practical exercises supported by instructor-led lectures.
• Participants will work using individual standalone computers.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Ample exercises and practical training.

This instructor-led live training in Matosinhos (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 Matosinhos (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 Matosinhos (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level creative professionals who wish to use Adobe Creative Cloud to produce advanced branded graphics, professional video content, motion assets, and integrated digital media deliverables.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: create advanced visual assets, edit and finish professional video, build motion graphics, and streamline workflows across Adobe applications.

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 instructor-led live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner to intermediate-level graphic designers, marketing professionals, and publishing specialists who wish to use Adobe InDesign to create professional-quality books, brochures, posters, and marketing materials.

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

• Navigate the Adobe InDesign interface efficiently.
• Set up projects with the correct dimensions and layouts.
• Work with text, images, and graphics to create compelling designs.
• Utilize styles, templates, and color palettes for consistency and efficiency.
• Prepare files for professional printing or digital publishing.

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

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 Matosinhos (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 Matosinhos (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

Adobe graphic programs are a suite of tools for creating, editing, and manipulating graphics, multimedia, and documents. Adobe Systems is known for producing numerous professional programs dedicated to graphics, multimedia, photo editing, web design, and more. Here are some of the main graphic programs created by Adobe: Adobe Photoshop This is one of the most popular programs for raster graphics editing. It allows for photo manipulation, graphic creation, retouching, colour correction, and many other advanced operations. Adobe Illustrator Focused on vector graphics, Illustrator enables the creation of logos, illustrations, vector graphics, typographic designs, and other elements that can be scaled without loss of quality.