Course Outline

Unleash Your Creativity

Design Fundamentals in Figma Training Course

Rating

9/10

Duration

2 Days

Course Overview

This course introduces participants to essential design principles and how to apply them effectively using Figma’s tools. Through practical exercises, participants will develop a strong foundation in layout, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy. By the end of the course, participants will have the skills to create professional and aesthetically pleasing designs using Figma.

Format of Training

  1. Interactive instructor-led sessions
  2. Hands-on lab exercises to practice design principles
  3. Group design critiques and discussions
  4. Guided walkthroughs of Figma tools

Course Objectives

  1. Understand key design principles, including layout, typography, and color theory.
  2. Apply visual hierarchy to enhance design clarity.
  3. Use Figma tools to create professional-quality designs.
  4. Work with grids and alignment for balanced layouts.
  5. Incorporate typography effectively in designs.
  6. Experiment with color palettes to achieve visual harmony.
  7. Develop and refine a simple design project.

Prerequisites

Course Outline

 

Day 1
Session 1: Introduction to Design Principles

  • Overview of layout, typography, and color theory
  • Understanding visual hierarchy
  • Examples of good and bad design

Session 2: Navigating Figma for Design

  • Introduction to Figma’s design tools
  • Setting up a design project
  • Working with grids, frames, and layers

Session 3: Applying Layout and Alignment

  • Using grids for balanced designs
  • Aligning elements for consistency
  • Creating wireframes with a focus on layout

Day 2
Session 1: Typography in Design

  • Choosing appropriate fonts
  • Pairing fonts effectively
  • Adding and styling text in Figma

Session 2: Working with Colors

  • Understanding color theory
  • Creating and applying color palettes
  • Using Figma’s color tools for consistency

Session 3: Design Project and Feedback

  • Creating a simple design project
  • Presenting and refining designs
  • Group critiques and feedback

Bespoke Option

We are open to customizing this program to align with your specific learning objectives. If your team has particular goals or areas they wish to focus on, we would be happy to tailor the course outline to meet those needs and ensure the program supports the achievement of your desired outcomes.

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Design Fundamentals in Figma Training Course

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