Skills learned in this AI graphic design course

  • How artificial intelligence is reshaping graphic design and creative workflows
  • The fundamentals of AI-generated visual content, including prompt design and output control
  • How to use Adobe Firefly within Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign for generative design
  • Methods for using AI within Figma to speed iteration
  • Best practices for using AI tools such as MidJourney, DALL·E, Runway ML, Leonardo AI
  • Techniques to enhance image quality using AI, including adjusting resolution, sharpening, and background removal
  • How to use AI to brainstorm creative briefs, generate style guides, and accelerate concept development with Open AI and Copilot
  • Ethical and legal considerations of working with AI-generated content
  • Using AI tools on branded projects, from concept through final designs
  • Hands-on AI for graphic design projects using multiple AI tools

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This course is available individually or as part of these certificate programs

AI Graphic Design Course - Course Dates

All classes are led by a live instructor. Class times listed are Eastern time.

Live instructor-led class online
$895.00
Live instructor-led class online
$895.00
Live instructor-led class online
$895.00

AI Graphic Design course topics

Foundations of AI in design 

  • Introduction to AI for creative professionals
  • Brainstorming using AI
  • Using AI for branding and creation
  • What is AI, and how to generate visual content
  • Examples of AI-generated content in branding and design
  • Overview of key terminology

AI for creative ideation and creative briefs

  • Using ChatGPT and Copilot for creative briefs and initial concepts
  • Creating style guides and mood boards with AI, including Notion
  • Prompt engineering strategies for idea generation

AI Workflow Project 

  • Building an AI-assisted brand identity:
    • Mood board and creative brief
    • Logo and visual assets
    • Packaging or Collateral
    • Marketing mock-ups

Using AI image generators 

  • Overview of tools: MidJourney, Leonardo.ai, DALL·E 3, Runway ML
  • Writing prompts for visual quality and stylistic control
  • Use cases from concept to completion 

Additional free and paid AI tools for designers 

  • Free AI tools for design: Remove.bg, Clipdrop, Khroma, Photopea
  • Paid AI tools: RunwayML, Topaz AI, Vectorizer.ai, Krea.ai
  • AI use cases: background removal, sharpening, vector conversion
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  • Adobe Creative Cloud AI integration with Firefly AI 

  • Overview of Adobe Firefly: How it differs from other AI, the Firefly interface
  • Photoshop + Firefly: Using generative fill, object expansion, AI background removal
  • Illustrator + Firefly: Generating vector artwork, recoloring, AI patterns
  • InDesign + Firefly/Sensei: AI layout assistance, content-aware adjustments

Figma AI

  • Using Figma AI in prototyping and design
  • using Figma for creating AI imagery

Image enhancement with AI 

  • Sharpen blurry images:  Improve clarity and detail in soft or out-of-focus images
  • Upscale without losing quality: Enlarge images using AI while preserving sharpness
  • Clean up aged artwork: Reduce noise and smooth imperfections in older images
  • Remove unwanted objects: Erase elements from photos with AI inpainting
  • Adjust lighting and tone: Use AI to enhance exposure, contrast, and mood
  • Match visual styles: Use AI for consistent color grading or effects across multiple assets
  • Replace or extend backgrounds: Use AI to swap or expand image backgrounds

Course review and resources

  • Useful prompt libraries
  • Resources for current AI developments
  • Review of best practices
  • Q&A

Graphic Design course instructors

AGI instructors are Graphic Design professionals and skilled teachers. You'll learn from a live Graphic Design professional that brings years of experience that will help you learn Graphic Design quickly and easily.

Jennifer
Jennifer

MS, Human Factors Information Design

BA, Commercial Art

UXQB Certfied

Adjunct Professor, Boston University

Grace
Grace

MS, Information Design

BA, Digital Communications

Adjunct Professor, St. Olaf

Greg
Greg

BA, Advertising Design

Adobe Certified Instructor

Author, multiple Adobe Creative Cloud books

Custom and private Graphic Design classes

This Graphic Design course is available as a private class. Curriculum can be customized for your specific needs. Graphic Design classes can be delivered at your location, online, or in our classrooms. For more information, call 781-376-6044 to speak with a training consultant or contact us.

Participants should have familiarity with graphic design tools, whether Creative Cloud apps such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, Figma, or Canva.

Private AI graphic design classes for companies and groups

This AI graphic design course is available as a private workshop for your company, group, or team. Use the contact form on this page or call 781 376-6044 to learn more about private classes.

Exceptional AI graphic design course materials 

Our proprietary curriculum has been proven effective in teaching [category short name] to thousands. You’ll receive our extensive written reference along with projects and materials for you to continue your practice following the class. This course includes a copy of our Graphic Design course workbook with many projects and exercises. You will receive a comprehensive curriculum with your enrollment in the graphic design course, developed by the instructors at the American Graphics Institute. AGI instructors have authored over 50 graphic design training books, including numerous official training books for Adobe Systems.

Repeat the graphic design course for free

If you need a refresher or miss a portion of the class, you can repeat the Graphic Design class at no additional cost for one year.

AI Graphic Design Course FAQ

Do I receive an AI graphic design certificate?

AGI provides a certificate upon course completion, which can be shared on LinkedIn and verified digitally on the AGI website.

How many students are in an AI graphic design class

AGI limits its class sizes so that you receive personalized attention. Classes are limited to no more than 10 participants. 

Can I get specific AI graphic design questions answered in the class

Yes, as a live class, you can ask the instructor questions about how you will be using graphic design.

Does this AI graphic design course include job placement support 

AGI provides job support only when AI graphic design classes are taken as part of a longer-term certificate program, where AGI has a dedicated career counselor assigned to each certificate student.

Is this AI graphic design  class for Mac or Windows

You can attend this graphic design class remotely using a Mac or Windows computer. This class covers design principles rather than specific software applications; therefore, there is no requirement for a particular type of computer.

Is this AI graphic design course for beginners?

This AI graphic design course is designed for individuals without significant experience incorporating AI into their design process. The course requires previous experience with digital design tools.

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