Course Outline
Overview of the Adobe Creative Cloud Ecosystem
- Introduction to Creative Cloud applications and their application in academia
- Installing and accessing Adobe software via the Creative Cloud desktop application
- Utilizing Creative Cloud Libraries and collaboration tools
File Management and Cloud-Based Collaboration
- Storing, sharing, and synchronizing files across multiple devices
- Managing collaborative editing and version control
- Integrating Creative Cloud with Adobe Fonts, Stock, and Libraries
Adobe Photoshop: Image Editing and Photomontage
- Understanding layers, masking techniques, and selections
- Applying color correction, filters, and visual effects
- Compositing images for academic posters and social media graphics
Adobe Illustrator: Vector Graphics and Logo Design
- Creating scalable vector graphics and custom icons
- Principles of typography, color theory, and branding
- Designing academic logos, infographics, and illustrations
Adobe InDesign: Editorial Layout and Publishing
- Setting up documents, grids, and master pages
- Layout design for flyers, reports, and academic publications
- Exporting content in print and digital formats for distribution
Adobe Premiere Pro: Video Editing and Assembly
- Fundamentals of video editing and timeline management
- Adding transitions, effects, and syncing audio tracks
- Producing video lectures, promotional clips, and academic documentaries
Adobe After Effects: Animation and Visual Effects
- Working with layers, keyframes, and effect controls
- Animating text and graphics for presentations and video intros
- Rendering and exporting motion graphics for institutional videos
Adobe Acrobat Pro DC: Advanced PDF Editing and Security
- Editing, merging, and organizing PDF documents
- Creating forms, adding annotations, and applying digital signatures
- Protecting sensitive academic or institutional data
Adobe Express / Firefly: Generative AI and Social Media Design
- Leveraging generative AI for creating graphics and marketing assets
- Designing engaging posts and templates for institutional updates
- Rapid content creation and branding using Adobe Express templates
Integrative Project: Institutional and Academic Materials
- Developing a cohesive communication project using multiple Adobe tools
- Creating multimedia resources for teaching, events, or campaigns
- Presenting and evaluating final project deliverables
Summary and Future Steps
Requirements
- Basic familiarity with digital content creation
- Proficiency in using office productivity suites
- Interest in visual communication and multimedia design
Target Audience
- Faculty and educators from the School of Commercial Engineering
- Academic content creators and instructional designers
- Staff responsible for institutional communication and marketing
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
