InDesign MasterClass Course Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
A complete InDesign masterclass that equips you with professional layout and publishing skills for both print and digital design projects. This course is structured into six comprehensive modules, covering everything from InDesign basics to advanced publishing workflows. With over 4 hours of hands-on lessons, downloadable assets, and real-world projects, you'll gain the confidence to design and export professional documents like brochures, magazines, eBooks, and interactive PDFs. Lifetime access ensures you can learn at your own pace and revisit concepts whenever needed.
Module 1: Introduction to InDesign
Estimated time: 0.5 hours
- Understanding the interface, workspaces, and tools
- Setting up a new document
- Understanding bleed, margins, and columns
Module 2: Working with Text & Typography
Estimated time: 0.75 hours
- Formatting text using paragraph and character styles
- Establishing type hierarchy
- Best practices for alignment, spacing, and readability
Module 3: Images, Shapes & Color
Estimated time: 0.75 hours
- Placing, cropping, and adjusting images
- Creating and modifying shapes
- Applying fills, gradients, and creating color swatches
Module 4: Layout & Master Pages
Estimated time: 1 hour
- Using grids and guides for structured layouts
- Creating master pages
- Applying templates across multiple documents
Module 5: Tables, Lists & Advanced Formatting
Estimated time: 0.75 hours
- Building and formatting tables
- Creating bulleted and numbered lists
- Using GREP styles and advanced formatting features
Module 6: Interactive Documents & Exporting
Estimated time: 0.75 hours
- Creating interactive PDFs with buttons and links
- Adding forms and navigation elements
- Exporting for print, web, EPUB, and packaged files for printers
Prerequisites
- Access to Adobe InDesign software
- Basic computer literacy
- Familiarity with design concepts (helpful but not required)
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Confidently navigate and use Adobe InDesign CC’s tools
- Design professional print and digital layouts including brochures and magazines
- Apply typography, color, and grid systems effectively
- Create interactive PDFs and eBooks for digital publishing
- Export and package projects for print and online platforms