Strategizing and Presenting Your Graphic Design Portfolio

Refine your portfolio, sharpen your design vision, and present with confidence.

Overview

Graphic design is much more than splashing colour on a screen—it’s the art of thoughtful communication. This course leads you through the core of the discipline, from mastering visual principles to navigating design software with a level of ease that would make even your laptop blush. You'll explore how to build a portfolio that’s less “meh” and more “must-see,” while gaining a taste for typography, layout, and branding that’s hard to forget.

Whether you're still decoding layers or already blending brilliance, this course encourages you to think like a designer and present like a strategist. With modules built to balance technical skill and creative flair, you’ll be guided in shaping a portfolio that speaks volumes—without shouting. No puffery, no jargon. Just focused design sense delivered with style.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand essential graphic design principles and visual communication rules.
• Navigate industry-standard graphic design software with increasing confidence.
• Apply layout, colour, and typography principles effectively in compositions.
• Create a polished and coherent graphic design portfolio for presentation.
• Develop branding and identity concepts with clarity and creativity.
• Understand UI design elements for engaging and structured web layouts.

Course Curriculum

• Module 1: Introduction to Graphic Design
• Module 2: Design Fundamentals
• Module 3: Graphic Design Software Mastery
• Module 4: Creating a Professional Design Portfolio
• Module 5: Visual Branding and Identity Design
• Module 6: Web and User Interface (UI) Design

Who is this Course For

• Aspiring designers seeking to build a thoughtful visual portfolio.
• Students wanting to refine their graphic design understanding.
• Freelancers aiming to present their work more effectively.
• Creative professionals looking to formalise design strategies.
• Brand consultants seeking stronger visual communication skills.
• Digital artists with an interest in UI and web layout design.
• Marketing personnel working with design-driven content regularly.
• Anyone with an eye for detail and a love of visual storytelling.

Career Path

• Graphic Designer – Average Salary: £28,000 per year
• Visual Brand Designer – Average Salary: £32,000 per year
• UI Designer – Average Salary: £35,000 per year
• Digital Design Consultant – Average Salary: £40,000 per year
• Creative Artworker – Average Salary: £26,000 per year
• Freelance Portfolio Designer – Average Salary: £30,000 per year