Sketch in a Day in NYC or Live Online

In this class, you’ll get up and running quickly so you can start using Sketch right away to design the UI and UX of websites and apps

What You’ll Learn

Create UI (user interface) and UX (user experience) designs for websites and apps

Build layouts using text, images, layout grids, artboards, pages, and more.

Make responsive web designs that are optimized for mobile, tablet, and desktop screens.

Harness the power of symbols to create reuseable design elements.

Optimize graphics for web and app design (create hi‑res 2x graphics, SVG, JPEG, and PNG).

Course Syllabus

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Section 1

Creating New Files & Designing on a Grid System

Creating a new file
Artboards & pages
Setting up a layout grid
Creating colored backgrounds for text
Importing text

Adjusting the Layout for Tablets & Mobile Phones

Designing with Bootstrap’s grid
Adapting the design for tablets
Adapting the design for mobile phones

Inserting & Masking Photos

Importing photos
Cropping a photo (masking)
Custom shaped masks

Inserting Vector Graphics, Fills, Shadows, & More

Importing & modifying vector graphics
Making grouped objects easily selectable
Layer opacity vs. fill opacity
Aligning & distributing layers
Reusing colors found in the design
Adding a drop shadow

Section 2

Layer Styles (Reusable Appearance)

Creating a layer style
Changing & renaming layer styles
Making a style to darken full-width background photos

Text Styles (Reusable Appearance)

Creating text styles
Editing text styles
Renaming styles & organizing into folders

Symbols (Reusable Components)

Creating & editing symbols
Customizing content inside a symbol
Controlling the layout & resizing of symbols
Renaming symbols
Moving symbols between pages

Exporting Assets: SVG & PNG

Exporting artboards
Exporting for web as SVG & PNG
Exporting into folders

Exporting Assets: 1x & 2x JPEG

Exporting as JPEG
Properly setting JPEG quality

Schedule & Enrollment: Sketch in a Day

$325
6 Hours
NYC or Live Online
Free retake
Setup assistance
Expert instructors
Small classes

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Course times are listed in Eastern Time.

This Course is Available Live Online

You can attend this training live online at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time) through screen-sharing software Zoom (free for you).
Our live online training is interactive and hands-on, just like our in-person classes. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your setup is perfect

Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor.

You can hear the instruction, ask questions, and share your screen—all in real-time.

Retake the course for free (in-person or live online) within one year.

See What Students Are Saying About Live Online

“Overall experience on Zoom was maybe even better than in IRL classroom because the instruction takes place right on your own screen, with less distraction. Great overall experience.”
“Given the fact that we had to do this entire class remotely due to Covid-19, I didn’t have very high expectations it would run so smoothly. However, I don’t think it could’ve gone any better. Not only do I feel very comfortable with the program now, but I’m actually excited to use it!”
“This was the first online class I’ve taken with ND and it was a great experience. Looking forward to the other classes I’ve signed up for!”

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring anything to the class?

In-person classes: No, we provide Macs with Sketch installed.

Live online classes: You will need your own Mac and a copy of Sketch (which may require a recent version of macOS so please check the system requirements). If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com

Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?

Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

Discounts

Shorter courses such as this are already affordably priced and are not eligible for discounts.

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).

How does attending “live online” work?

Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
You will need your own computer and copy of any required software. If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com

Design Websites & Apps with Sketch

This one-day class will teach you the fundamentals of using Sketch to create UX and UI designs for web and apps and prepare optimized graphic assets for developers. Learn these skills with step-by-step exercises in a small class led by a professional Sketch instructor.

Learn then Practice

Learn Sketch by watching the instructor demo, then practice yourself on web layouts that you will learn to efficiently adapt for mobile, tablet, and desktop. Learn to use tools, symbols, guides, and how to export graphics for the web.
Custom Workbook Included

Our Sketch class comes with a custom step-by-step training manual that walks you through using many of Sketch's powerful features. You can recreate the class projects and review the Sketch material you learned anytime after the class.
Learn Sketch in One Day

“The ‘In a Day’ courses are organized brilliantly; I love that we have time to absorb what the instructor is telling us before trying the exercises ourselves. The instructors are well-informed and so helpful. It is extremely useful to have access to the lessons and class files after the class is over. Each in-a-day class has saved me endless hours of trying to decipher confusing YouTube tutorials!”
Jillian Dougherty, Trillion Creative, Nov 10, 2017

Highly Reviewed by Our Alumni

From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and proprietary curriculum, we deliver a learning experience our alumni can be proud of.

36 Students Rated Our Sketch in a Day 5 Stars

Sketch in a day is the perfect way to pick up the skill set needed to start using the program.

Lisa Tango, thelab

After many years in print graphic design and art direction, I would recommend this class to anyone needing to upgrade or update their training for digital design.

Mark Maltais

I went out on my own two years ago after 25 years in corporate America. Continuing education is essential to my success—I am so grateful that Noble Desktop exists. In my experience, the instructors are, without exception, engaging and invested in the students understanding the material. I look forward to your classes because I know I will walk away with a wealth of information that will forward my career and business.

Faith Deutsch, FinMark Partners

I was so impressed with this class! Our teacher Ethan as incredible, and his teaching style was perfect to take in a lot of info but also keep us moving, no matter the level. Was truly impressed with the amount I took away and feel it was worth every penny. I'll be back again and will definitely recommend to friends!

Sharon Taylor, ink + mortar

This was a great session to explore the functions of Sketch and learn its potential.

Evelyn Good

Dan's a very knowledgeable and helpful instructor. He really knows Sketch in and out and also can compare Sketch features to other popular programs. As a long-time Sketch user, I was surprised at how much I learned in this class. Very worthwhile class!

Mariam Shaikh, Google

I recommend this course to anyone who’s interested in getting a foundation in Sketch. The tools learned today will help my team collaborate with other graphic and content designers.

Etana Solomon, Mastercard

I learned an enormous amount in just this one day Sketch workshop. It certainly exceeded my expectations, and I'm leaving the workshop feeling equipped and comfortable to design with the program independently.

Sara

Noble Desktop offers great instructors who provide clear instructions, concise class content and materials that make learning software and new skills as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Claibourn Hamilton

This class has a good text book to help guide you every step of the way. If you are serious about learning Web Design, this is a good place to start.

Eric Strausman, Eric Strausman Design

Sketch in a Day is the ideal class to start off learning the program. It's presented really well and the lessons are easy to follow. I feel like I know so much more about Sketch now. Michele has a great attitude and a great teaching approach, which made me very happy that I chose Noble Desktop.

Paul Lafreniere

There's no other place to go for digital course instruction. Noble Desktop is a one-stop place to be.

Linda Pouder, ESPN

The course is broken down and explained in a way that makes it very easy for ALL user levels to understand. It takes the stress out of learning a new program and makes it very enjoyable at the same time!

Melissa Perez

This intro Sketch class was great! Lessons were easy to understand and Dan was full of useful tips and information to get you started on mastering the program.

Luisa, Braze

Noble Desktop is the perfect place to come learn a new skill or brush up on existing ones.

Lois Fischman

Definitely will provide a solid grasp of Sketch in a very short amount of time. It opens a door to digital cross-platform design in a concise one-day session.

Mark Maltais, Mark Maltais Art Direction + Design

I've taken 3 classes so far at Noble. It's the best way to learn design programs, in my opinion.

Matt

Michele R. was a great instructor. She made the class easy to follow, plenty of questions were asked and she had all the answers that made everything clear as day. The last time I took a class here I was learning Indesign when it first launched. I was so impressed when I took that one, that coming back for Sketch was a no-brainer.

Lynn Serra, Arcade Beauty

Despite only being a day long, I feel very confident in my ability to pickup and run with Sketch in the future.

Anthony Romano, NYCDOHMH

Over the years I've taken a half dozen of so classes here at Noble. Every one of them has been chock full of information and taught by a professional, knowledgeable, personable instructor. It's always wonderful to learn here and the new facilities are beautiful.

Maida Landau

You learn so much in a day and it does not feel overwhelming!

Krupa, Via

Sketch in a Day is a great way to get a crash course that will help understand the different functionalities, key commands, and unknown tips for best practices.

Ana Gormaz, Via

The Sketch in a Day class is great! The instructor is very thorough and knowledgeable about the program, and I feel that I'll be able to really build on the skills that I learned during the class. I'd highly recommend it!

Claire Wajda, Great Believer

I definitely felt like I learned a lot and am the materials we were provided will serve me down the line. Dan answered all questions extremely thoroughly. 10/10 would recommend.

Samantha Andersen, AT&T

Sketch in a Day is a great introductory class and gives you a substantial overview of the program without being overwhelming.

Susan Ceccarelli, AT&T

Great way to learn Sketch. Highly Recommend!

Seth Rothberg, Havas

Sketch in a Day provided a great overview of the app with a well-constructed approach of going over concepts, then having the class work hands-on with those concepts. It was well paced, taught by an industry professional to industry professionals. Overall, an excellent way to spend a day to get up and running in Sketch!

Martin Sarna, H4B Chelsea

Learning something new is very intimidating but Dan Rodney at Noble Desktop really took the time to clearly explain everything and I actually feel pretty comfortable with the program for just learning the basics in a day.

Tess Kakhki, H4B Chelsea

Class was super informative. Not only did Dan show how the program worked, but he went into the history of the software, and the many ways to go about doing things within the program. The projects were very organized, and very easy to follow. Dan didn't just read us the pdf, but instructed us in a very casual manner, and the provided material complimented the lessons he was demonstrating very nicely.

Jarred, Havas

The Sketch in a Day class was a great investment for me and my team. We now all have the fundamental tools to use this program efficiently and productively!

Vanessa Maganza, Havas Gemini

Great crash course with details that are easy to follow.

eric park

Highest recommendation for anybody taking this class.

Terrence, Havashealthplus

The class was easy to follow with the live instruction and materials. I was able to walk away from the course feeling proficient in Sketch and able to understand the key components.

Sheena Harper, Mastercard

Super helpful in becoming familiar with basic concepts in Sketch

Cameron Lancaster, The Foundry @ Meredith Corp.

Super helpful in becoming familiar with basic concepts in Sketch

Cameron Lancaster, The Foundry @ Meredith Corp.

I was easily able to pick up Sketch which I needed for work. Plus you can learn at your own pace. The instructor was patient and was able to answer many different questions and handle people at different skill levels and experience

Alexandra Morrill, ADM Design

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What You’ll Learn

Learn with Hands-on Projects

Course Syllabus

Section 1

Creating New Files & Designing on a Grid System

Adjusting the Layout for Tablets & Mobile Phones

Inserting & Masking Photos

Inserting Vector Graphics, Fills, Shadows, & More

Section 2

Layer Styles (Reusable Appearance)

Text Styles (Reusable Appearance)

Symbols (Reusable Components)

Exporting Assets: SVG & PNG

Exporting Assets: 1x & 2x JPEG

Schedule & Enrollment: Sketch in a Day

Discounts

October 27

Wednesday, 10–5pm

This Course is Available Live Online

See What Students Are Saying About Live Online

Online Training Demo

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring anything to the class?

Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

Discounts

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

How does attending “live online” work?

Corporate & Onsite Sketch Training

Private Training

Group Class Vouchers

Design Websites & Apps with Sketch

Learn then Practice

Custom Workbook Included

Learn Sketch in One Day

Highly Reviewed by Our Alumni

36 Students Rated Our Sketch in a Day 5 Stars

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