Adobe Illustrator CC – Introduction

Adobe Illustrator CC – Introduction

Duration: 1 day

Adobe Illustrator CC – Introduction helps you create vector graphics and integrate content from other Adobe applications. In this hands-on day you’ll learn the Illustrator interface, drawing tools, basic shape manipulation, and how to add type so you can produce clean, scalable artwork.

Learning Objectives

  • Navigate the Illustrator workspace
  • Create and modify shapes and paths
  • Apply color and basic effects
  • Work with layers and groups
  • Add and format type

Who Should Attend

  • Designers and marketers new to Illustrator
  • Anyone creating logos, icons, or print artwork
  • Professionals coming from raster tools who want to learn vectors

Prerequisites

  • Basic Windows or Mac skills
  • Familiarity with creative or office software

What’s Included

  • Authorized courseware and student materials
  • Hands-on labs and real-world practice exercises
  • Live instruction from an experienced, certified trainer
  • Small class sizes for personalized attention
  • Attend on campus in Miami or Fort Lauderdale, or live online
  • Certificate of completion

With several convenient training delivery methods offered, The Academy makes getting the training you need easy. Whether you prefer to learn in a classroom or an online live learning virtual environment, training videos hosted online, and private group classes hosted at your site. We offer expert instruction to individuals, government agencies, non-profits, and corporations. Our live classes, on-sites, and online training videos all feature certified instructors who teach a detailed curriculum and share their expertise and insights with trainees. No matter how you prefer to receive the training, you can count on The Academy for an engaging and effective learning experience.

Methods

  • Instructor Led (the best training format we offer)
  • Live Online Classroom – Online Instructor Led
  • Self-Paced Video

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Course Outline

Module 1: Getting Started

Set up an Illustrator workspace, create a new document, and choose appropriate artboard sizes.

Module 2: Drawing Basics

Use the Selection, Pen, Pencil, and Shape tools to create artwork.

Module 3: Layers and Groups

Organize artwork with layers, groups, and sublayers.

Module 4: Color and Fills

Apply fill and stroke colors, use the Swatches and Color panels, and create simple gradients.

Module 5: Working with Type

Add and format point and area type, choose fonts, and adjust spacing.

Module 6: Saving and Exporting

Save files in Illustrator and SVG formats and export for web and print.