Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project

This course is part of Xbox Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

Instructor: Xbox

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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

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

11 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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Tools you'll learn

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17 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Xbox Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

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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 videosTotal 45 minutes

Welcome to Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project3 minutes
The importance of trend awareness in graphic design4 minutes
How to analyze and interpret design trends4 minutes
The evolution of a design trend4 minutes
Trend spotting in action3 minutes
The value of competitor analysis4 minutes
Identifying key competitors in your niche4 minutes
Conducting a thorough design critique4 minutes
Turning insights into inspiration4 minutes
A comparative design analysis3 minutes
The dynamic world of game design4 minutes
A visual tour of game design trends2 minutes
Conducting effective game design research4 minutes

9 readingsTotal 90 minutes

Welcome to the Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project syllabus10 minutes
Capstone project introduction10 minutes
Top resources for tracking design trends10 minutes
The designer's guide to trend forecasting10 minutes
Trend inspiration boards10 minutes
The art of the design critique10 minutes
Competitor analysis case studies10 minutes
Key trends shaping the gaming industry10 minutes
Applying trend insights to your work10 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes

Activity: Competitor analysis and iterate on designs for PixelForge Games60 minutes
Can you recognize how to stay informed on design trends?30 minutes
Recognize your role to stay ahead of design changes15 minutes
Analyzing competitors work and applying inspiration to designs15 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 videosTotal 39 minutes

Introduction to Adobe Firefly4 minutes
Generating images with Adobe Firefly4 minutes
Editing and enhancing images with Adobe Firefly3 minutes
Integrating Firefly into your design workflow4 minutes
Getting inspiration from AI generated creations2 minutes
Introducing Microsoft Designer: Your AI design companion4 minutes
Optimizing your workflow with Microsoft Designer3 minutes
The power of generative AI in game poster design3 minutes
Iterating and experimenting with AI-generated posters4 minutes
Evaluating AI-generated options4 minutes
From prompt to poster: The AI design journey2 minutes
AI-powered poster variations: A showcase3 minutes

8 readingsTotal 80 minutes

The designer's guide to Adobe Firefly10 minutes
Creating design variations with Microsoft Designer10 minutes
Customizing and refining designs with Microsoft Designer10 minutes
Automating design with Microsoft Designer: A practical guide10 minutes
Microsoft Designer in action: Accelerating the design process10 minutes
Crafting effective game poster prompts10 minutes
Prompt engineering for game poster design10 minutes
The art of AI-generated posters10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 105 minutes

Activity: Use AI tools to enhance the poster design for PixelForge Games30 minutes
Can you recognize how to use generative AI Tools in design?30 minutes
Identify how to use AI to assist you in graphic design15 minutes
How can AI can increase efficiency in graphic design15 minutes
Select the best prompt15 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 videosTotal 46 minutes

The importance of a strong portfolio4 minutes
Criteria for selecting your best work3 minutes
Organizing your portfolio for maximum impact4 minutes
Before and after: A portfolio transformation3 minutes
Tailoring your portfolio to your target audience3 minutes
Revisiting your course projects3 minutes
Adapting course projects for your portfolio4 minutes
Presenting your process and design choices4 minutes
Seeking feedback and iteration3 minutes
Showcasing a design journey2 minutes
Designing your portfolio layout4 minutes
Crafting compelling project descriptions3 minutes
Showcasing your personality and brand3 minutes
Navigating a stellar portfolio2 minutes

6 readingsTotal 60 minutes

The essential guide to portfolio curation10 minutes
Portfolio inspiration: Showcasing your best work10 minutes
Leveraging coursework for your portfolio10 minutes
Create your portfolio in Adobe Behance10 minutes
The anatomy of a winning portfolio10 minutes
Portfolio design trends10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Identify how to build your portfolio30 minutes
Identify how to select your best work15 minutes
Selecting designs for your portfolio15 minutes

1 peer reviewTotal 60 minutes

Activity: Craft your design portfolio60 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.