Print Production for Graphic Designers (In Person)

Course description

The production of high-quality printed materials requires graphic designers to possess both a strong understanding of prepress requirements and advanced computer skills. Create print-ready files using Adobe Creative Suite applications, including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. Work with the capture, transfer, manipulation, and delivery of images, as well as the production of print-ready electronic files, while learning key aspects of prepress such as color management, bleeds, image resolution, preflighting, proofing methods, and the use of RGB, CMYK, and Pantone color systems.

Visit an offset printing press to conduct press checks for their final projects and gain insight into the machinery and technological innovations shaping the printing industry. / Students will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud software throughout the course. / A materials fee of $115 is included in course tuition.

Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This course meets in person on MCAD’s campus.

Prerequisite

Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. Basic design skills, basic understanding of the programs and the ability to make creative compositions.

Required materials

Supplies

• pen or pencil
• notebook or sketchbook

A complete list of suggested materials will be discussed during the first class meeting.

Class resources

This class uses Adobe Creative Cloud, Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system and Papercut, MCAD’s print management system. Please see the link for more information.

Class savings

Register on or before August 10 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.