Course Outline
Introduction to the Adobe Creative Cloud Ecosystem
- Overview of Creative Cloud applications and their relevance to academic contexts.
- Accessing and installing Adobe software via the Creative Cloud desktop application.
- Utilizing Creative Cloud Libraries and collaboration features.
File Management and Cloud Collaboration
- Storing, sharing, and syncing files across multiple devices.
- Implementing collaborative editing and version control workflows.
- Integrating Creative Cloud with Adobe Fonts, Stock, and Libraries.
Adobe Photoshop: Image Editing and Photomontage
- Mastering layers, masks, and selection techniques.
- Applying color correction, filters, and visual effects.
- Compositing images for academic posters and social media graphics.
Adobe Illustrator: Vector Graphics and Logo Creation
- Creating scalable vector graphics and custom icons.
- Exploring typography, color theory, and fundamental branding concepts.
- Designing academic logos, infographics, and detailed illustrations.
Adobe InDesign: Editorial Layout and Publications
- Configuring document setup, grids, and master pages.
- Integrating text and images for flyers, reports, and academic publications.
- Exporting materials in print and digital formats for distribution.
Adobe Premiere Pro: Video Editing and Montage
- Fundamentals of video editing and timeline management.
- Applying transitions, effects, and audio synchronization.
- Producing video lectures, promotional content, and academic documentaries.
Adobe After Effects: Animations and Visual Effects
- Working with layers, keyframes, and dynamic effects.
- Animating text and graphics for presentations and video intros.
- Rendering and exporting motion content for institutional videos.
Adobe Acrobat Pro DC: Advanced PDF Editing and Security
- Editing, combining, and organizing PDF documents.
- Utilizing forms, annotations, and digital signature tools.
- Securing confidential academic or institutional data.
Adobe Express / Firefly: Generative AI and Social Media Design
- Leveraging generative AI for creating graphics and marketing materials.
- Designing engaging posts and templates for institutional communication.
- Streamlining branding and content creation using Adobe Express templates.
Integrative Project: Institutional and Academic Materials
- Designing a cohesive communication project using multiple Adobe tools.
- Developing multimedia materials for teaching, events, or campaigns.
- Presenting and evaluating final project outcomes.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic familiarity with digital content creation processes.
- Experience utilizing office productivity software.
- A keen interest in visual communication and multimedia design principles.
Target Audience
- Faculty members and educators, particularly from the School of Commercial Engineering.
- Academic content creators and instructional designers.
- Institutional communication and marketing staff.
Testimonials (3)
What I liked most about the training was the technical color and video performance theory session. It helped me clearly understand the reasoning behind key production decisions, such as why specific frame rates are chosen for different types of videos and how particular color spaces impact visual quality and performance. Having this theoretical foundation made the technical concepts more meaningful and easier to apply in practical scenarios.
Jason Lee
Course - Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Animate, and Character Animator) for Beginners
Marko was very knowledgeable, friendly and explained in a very clear way. He also brought so many use cases, examples from his broad experience and was super interactive with us.
Delia Roxana Isfan-Stan
Course - Adobe Acrobat: PDF Creation and Editing
Marko’s openness to answer all our questions
