Course Note: This is the capstone course in our Graphic Design Certificate and requires prior knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Our Graphic Design Certificate is open to beginners and includes four courses (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and the Graphic Design Bootcamp) at a 25% discount. The certificate also includes one-on-one mentoring with a design expert.
In this hands-on bootcamp, you will expand your knowledge of design concepts and processes while producing portfolio projects. This class focuses on how to design and assumes knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
Throughout the course, you'll produce several portfolio projects, including logos, social media graphics, stationery, book/eBook covers, album covers, event posters, and email announcements.
Assignments will be critiqued during class, both by the instructor and during group critiques. You’ll incorporate the feedback into your work and finish the assignment in class, or outside of class as homework (students should be prepared to complete work outside of class). Upload your work to Adobe Portfolio, which is included with your Creative Cloud membership, and you’ll have a portfolio website!
Working knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator is required for this course. Students looking to learn these programs should check out our full suite of graphic design courses in NYC. Learn any app you’re interested in or learn them all to be a well-rounded Graphic Designer. Then take this Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp, where you’ll put your skills into practice and start building your professional portfolio.
Take the Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp along with Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to earn a New York State-licensed Certificate in Graphic Design.
Noble Desktop is a leading design school in New York City, specializing in graphic design, web design, and UX/UI design. Since 1990, we have taught thousands of designers and freelancers the latest trends and applications. Advance your skills with hands-on classes and certifications, or customize a corporate training program for your team.
Students should have strong working knowledge in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and custom-crafted curriculum, we deliver results our alumni are proud of.
I discovered this certificate program online, and after discussing it with my employer and comparing it to other graphic design programs, we decided this was the right fit, and I’m so glad we did. It fit seamlessly with my 8-to-5 job, and there was plenty of support available for virtual learners. While some may treat it as a simple way to earn a certificate, those who truly engage, participate, and put in the effort will find it to be a low-stress, highly rewarding experience with plenty of meaningful takeaways.
Thank you so much for the experience! I can’t speak highly enough of Eugenio and everything he taught!
Eugenio is a phenomenal teacher. He is very thorough and helpful. Definitely recommend this course.
I may not remember everything I was taught, but I now have a vocabulary and understanding of each design program we focused on. I can refer to the resources I was given as needed. This experience has filled in the blanks I was missing.
Eugenio was an exceptional instructor, bringing a combination of expertise and enthusiasm to the class. I was overwhelmed when I started AutoCAD classes 20 years ago, but this is a comprehensive and engaging introduction to Figma.
The Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp was excellently conducted by Eugenio. I worked on a fake project for Milka, which helped me a lot when I had to work for clients. As a result, I learned how to present projects, find inspiration, and create them until they are finished. I've gained a lot of knowledge and skills throughout the course. My project was explained clearly and concisely by Eugenio, and I felt confident that I would be able to complete it. I'm grateful for the quality of instruction provided, and I highly recommend their classes to anyone looking to enhance their skills in graphic design.
It was a wonderful experience at Noble Desktop. Everyone from office staff to instructors is very helpful and supportive.
The Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp allowed me to learn a TON in a short amount of time. Not a minute is wasted in this course. It allowed me to put all of my skills together and create a beautiful portfolio that I can use for future interviews/job searches.
This class really boosted my knowledge of graphic design and the Adobe Suite. The pacing was excellent and the assignments were challenging.
Absolutely loved my experience in this class! I learned so much about Adobe and how to use their products to build a custom portfolio that I can send to future employers. Very excited to see where my newfound skills will take me and how I can continue to evolve those skills!
I am very happy with the materials and class content. I actually learned how to apply my design skills towards a graphic design project and even came out with a really nice product that I can post on my portfolio. This class gave me the confidence I needed to pursue this field. I am even considering retaking this class again just to get the opportunity to create another portfolio piece.
I’m completing the Graphic Design Certificate feeling like I have direction. I am inspired and excited, and I entered this course feeling like I had no idea where I was going to go from here - I just knew I had to start with a certification of some sort. It was a huge shift for me, and I definitely recommend it to anyone who is thinking about it and needs a change in their work life.
This class was very informative and fun to take! I learned how to use the main Adobe programs and learned many new skill sets while completing my portfolio work. Excellent class.
As a mentor providing constructive yet gentle feedback in the Graphic Design Portfolio class, Justine totally shined. Her observations were spot on. Additionally, she set excellent guidelines for us all so that we could encourage and give feedback to each other in a supportive and constructive manner. I wouldn't have been able to synthesize all of the programs (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) without the thoughtful syllabus/course work laid out in the Graphic Design Portfolio class. The homework for this class was definitely extensive, but I felt supported and inspired by Justine's teaching. Furthermore, Justine was available after hours for individualized help via email, and she formed a Discord chat group for the class that proved to be invaluable and fun as well!
If you want to be a Graphic Designer, look no further than Noble Desktop and Eugenio as your facilitator to set you up for success. Wonderful learning experience.
Eugenio is a terrific instructor. His knowledge of the programs and years of experience are just what one needs in an instructor, especially just starting into graphic design. We learned so much about creating a brand and how to implement the material into a portfolio, format, mock-ups, etc.
The Graphic Design Portfolio Bootcamp was amazing! It is a class I recommend for anybody just starting out or wanting to just brush up on the basics and add to your portfolio. This class was easy to follow along with online and the teacher definitely made it simple to grasp the different tasks given to us.
Excellent instructor! I have been very impressed with this program and Eugenio. He has gone above and beyond to help all of the students in this certificate program. He has provided his students with valuable skills to obtain the jobs they are wanting. Eugenio made taking online classes so easy!
Noble Desktop's design curriculum is designed for professionals without cutting any corners or simplifying with shortcuts. It honors my professional goals by teaching me the most complete steps.
10/10 would recommend this program above other virtual learning bootcamps out there! I felt like the classes were tailored to software and industry standards we would need to know, and not just there to collect my money and send me out into the design world unprepared (like with some of those other well-known schools). If I could go back to when I was deciding which school to choose, I would choose this one all over again.
This is a great class if you know what you want to learn. It covers a broad range of topics and techniques so it really is a choose your own journey course.
I highly recommend taking classes with Noble Desktop. I got the lay of the land with InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, as well as the basics of design theory. If you are looking for a teacher-led class rather than a pre-recorded curriculum this is a great way to go. My instructor was very well versed in every program and was patient enough to explain things until we all understood. Sign up now!
The professors are very knowledgeable, very helpful, and I really enjoy the hands-on learning approach
Eugenio was so patient and so knowledgeable. A rare commodity!
Everyone should take this class at Noble Desktop in order to remain competitive in the market. You will learn a great many useful skills needed to set you apart from the rest.
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Attend this course in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects.
Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At Noble Desktop, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.
Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.
Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.
Our instructors are industry experts and experienced educators, driven to help you succeed.
Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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This course includes a detailed workbook, available in print or ebook at no additional cost.
Our proprietary workbooks are designed by a team of industry experts and instructional designers, and are updated regularly for the latest features and trends. Learn by completing a variety of real-world projects, and apply your newly-learned skills right away.
We offer a single free retake of the class within a year.
You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.
Here are some projects students created for their portfolios as part of this course.
No. We provide computers (Mac or PC) with Adobe Creative Cloud installed. Choose your operating system at checkout.
This course covers graphic design theory and techniques and helps participants develop and apply skills to projects. This course does not focus on how to use any particular design application.
If you are interested in learning professional design apps (Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator) in addition to developing portfolio projects (which you do in this class), we recommend our Graphic Design Certificate Program.
Students should have strong working knowledge in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.
You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).
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