Photoshop & InDesign Course – Graphic Design Skills for Print & Web
Adobe Photoshop + Adobe InDesign Training Description
This combined training offers comprehensive mastery of Adobe’s two flagship tools for visual creation and professional layout design. It is designed to help marketing, communications, graphic design, or publishing teams become more autonomous in producing high-quality print or digital materials.
Through a practical and structured approach, participants will learn how to retouch visuals, design multi-format documents, and apply best practices for preparing assets for print or web distribution. The complementarity between Adobe Photoshop (image editing) and Adobe InDesign (layout design) is at the heart of the program, with real-world case studies tailored to professional needs.
By the end of this training, your team members will be able to produce consistent, impactful visual content that meets current graphic standards, while integrating modern production workflows.
Adobe Photoshop Training – Professional Essentials
Introduction to the Adobe Photoshop Course
This course is designed for professionals looking to master the core features of Adobe Photoshop in a visual communication, design, or marketing context. It provides the skills needed to create high-quality visuals aligned with corporate standards.
Interface and Workspace
- Discover the workspace, tools, and control panel
- Create and save custom workspaces
Color Management and Color Modes
- Understand color modes (RGB, CMYK, etc.)
- Use color palettes, swatches, and gradient editor
Drawing Tools
- Work with pencil, brush, airbrush, and eraser tools
- Use paint bucket, gradients, and the gradient editor
Selection Tools
- Use move and selection tools (lasso, magic wand, quick selection)
- Copy, move, delete, and manage selections
Text and Typography
- Create, format, and edit text
- Manage text blocks, character and paragraph styles, inline or area text
- Convert text into vector images
Layers, Masks, and Effects
- Understand layer logic and organize your project
- Manage layer groups and fill layers
- Create vector masks to isolate elements
Adobe InDesign Training – Professional Layout & Publishing
Introduction to the Adobe InDesign Course
This course is intended for professionals looking to master layout and publishing using Adobe InDesign. It covers all essential features for creating print and digital documents: brochures, reports, magazines, product sheets, and more.
Interface and Document Setup
- Create a new professional document
- Explore tool panels and customize the workspace
Managing Text Frames
- Manipulate and format text frames
- Link frames, manage multi-column layouts and text balance
Guides and Alignment
- Use layout grids and smart guides
- Align, rotate, scale, and position elements precisely
Paragraphs and Styles
- Advanced paragraph management and typographic styles
- Type on a path, control hyphenation, and apply fine-tuning
Working with Tables
- Insert or import tables from Word or Excel
- Format cells, rows, and columns professionally
Working with Images
- Import, crop, and cut out images
- Use the Links panel, Adobe Bridge, and Mini Bridge
- Apply basic text wrapping around images
Colors, Swatches, and Print Preparation
- Create and manage colors, gradients, and swatch libraries
- Preview CMYK separations and prepare for print production
Preflight and Export
- Preflight checks, font and image verification
- Create a package folder, export to print and digital PDF formats
- Manage print presets and export to other formats
Autre(s) cours dans cette catégorie
→ Web Design Training : Adobe Photoshop + Adobe Illustrator
→ Photoshop + Illustrator + InDesign Training
→ Photoshop & InDesign Course – Graphic Design Skills for Print & Web
This training is designed for professionals in marketing, communications, publishing, graphic design, or administration who want to master visual creation and layout using Adobe tools.
No. This course is open to beginners. No prior experience is required, although basic computer skills are recommended. Intermediate users will also benefit from deepening their knowledge.
Yes. The training is based on active learning, with guided demonstrations followed by hands-on exercises using real-world examples and provided files.
Yes. The course is available in-person or remotely (via live videoconference with an instructor). The online version includes screen sharing, personalized support, and supervised exercises.
Yes. Each participant receives a comprehensive PDF guide covering key points, screenshots, useful shortcuts, and a checklist of professional best practices.
It is recommended to have Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign installed on your computer.
Préalables :
This training is designed for professionals looking to develop or strengthen their skills in visual creation, layout design, and graphic production, regardless of their industry (marketing, communications, publishing, administration, etc.).
- Good command of basic computer skills (Windows or macOS)
- General familiarity with office tools (browsing, file management, copy-paste, etc.)
- No prior experience with Adobe Photoshop or InDesign is required
The course is accessible to motivated beginners, while also offering modules that allow intermediate users to enhance their professional use of Adobe software.
Objectifs :
Upon completing this combined training, participants will be able to:
- Master the essential features of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign
- Perform precise cutouts and professional image retouching using Photoshop
- Structure and format documents using InDesign’s advanced typographic tools
- Prepare visuals optimized for both print and web publication
- Adopt efficient workflows to save time and enhance production quality
- Integrate both tools into a seamless and productive design workflow
Teaching Approach
The course follows a progressive methodology: trainer-led demonstrations are followed by hands-on practical exercises based on real-world use cases. Starter files are provided so participants can replicate the steps in realistic conditions.
Why Choose Doussou Formation?
Our sessions are led by certified industry experts who tailor the pace of learning to participant needs. Our training is built around hands-on practice and a focus on immediately applicable, job-ready skills.
Key Advantages of This Combined Training
- Adobe Photoshop: the essential tool for high-quality image acquisition, editing, and retouching
- Adobe InDesign: the professional benchmark for designing brochures, reports, flyers, and digital content
- Training tailored to professional environments (print, digital, marketing, and visual communication)
Classe virtuelle (en ligne) :
- Aucune date prévue.
Why Take This Training?
In today’s professional environment, where visual identity, layout, and graphic consistency play a strategic role, mastering Photoshop and InDesign is a key asset. This training enables you to professionalize your communication materials, streamline production timelines, and gain autonomy in your visual creations.
- Strengthen in-house graphic design skills without relying on external providers
- Enhance your brand image with coherent, visually appealing, and impactful documents
- Increase the efficiency of your marketing, communications, or publishing teams
- Master industry standards for both print and web production
- Learn how to integrate Photoshop and InDesign within a unified workflow
- Adapt to current demands in branding, digital publishing, and multi-channel content delivery
An ideal training for any organization looking to increase reactivity, standardize its visual communication, and develop the graphic versatility of its teams.
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