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Creative Education Institute - Chennai
Become an AI-Powered Graphic Designer
Learn professional design, use AI intelligently, and build real brands. Become a commercial graphic designer with branding, typography, Adobe tools, packaging, social media creatives, and a job-ready portfolio built through practical projects.
About This Program
A 3 months program combining design fundamentals, Adobe tools, AI-assisted workflows and a portfolio built through real-world, agency-style projects. AI is taught as a design assistant, not a replacement for design fundamentals.
What You'll Achieve
Who Should Join?
What You'll Learn
Why This Program
Design Thinking
Learn to research a brief, form a concept and defend design decisions — not just operate software.
Professional Tools
Build real fluency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign through commercial-style exercises.
AI-Powered Workflow
Use ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude as research and ideation co-pilots — while human judgement stays in charge of the design.
Real Projects & Portfolio
Work through agency-style briefs and turn your strongest pieces into 8–12 portfolio-ready case studies.
Prerequisites
Tools You'll Master
Detailed Curriculum
Month 1: Design Foundation + Illustrator · Month 2: Branding + Photoshop + Social Media · Month 3: InDesign + Print + Packaging + Portfolio
Month 1 · Week 1 — Introduction to Graphic Design
- What graphic design is, and where it is used: branding, advertising, social, print, packaging, digital marketing, editorial
- The professional design process — Brief → Research → Ideation → Concept → Design → Feedback → Revision → Final Delivery
- Understanding client requirements: business objective, audience, brand personality, competitors, deliverables and constraints
Assignment: Analyse three existing advertisements for target audience, message, typography, colour strategy, visual hierarchy and CTA.
Month 1 · Week 2 — Design Principles
- Elements of design: line, shape, form, colour, texture, space, typography, imagery
- Principles of design: balance, alignment, contrast, repetition, emphasis, rhythm, unity, scale, white space
- Visual hierarchy — controlling what a viewer sees first, second and third
Assignment: Redesign a promotional poster, an Instagram creative and an event poster to improve hierarchy rather than decoration.
Month 1 · Week 3 — Colour Theory & Typography
- Colour wheel, harmony schemes and colour psychology
- RGB, CMYK, HEX and Pantone basics for digital vs print colour
- Type classification, kerning, tracking, leading and typography hierarchy
- Font pairing: heading + body combinations and creating visual contrast
Assignment: Develop colour systems for three hypothetical brands, plus a typography poster and a brand typography system.
Month 1 · Week 4 — Adobe Illustrator
- Illustrator workspace: artboards, layers, and the professional vector workflow
- Essential tools: Pen, Shape Builder, Pathfinder, Gradient, Type
- Vector concepts: anchor points, paths, compound paths, clipping masks
Assignment: Create an icon set, a typography logo, a symbol logo, a combination mark, a business card and a basic brand identity.
Month 2 · Week 5 — Logo Design & Brand Identity
- Logo categories: wordmark, lettermark, symbol, combination mark, emblem, mascot
- The professional logo process: brief → research → moodboard → sketching → vector construction → presentation
- Logo construction: geometry, grid systems, negative space, scalability, black-and-white testing
Assignment: Create a complete logo for a fictional or approved project.
Month 2 · Week 6 — Brand Identity Design
- Logo ≠ Brand: primary/secondary logo, colour palette, typography, iconography, patterns
- Brand applications: business card, letterhead, ID card, social profile, packaging mockup, signage
- Documenting brand guidelines: usage, clear space, minimum size, incorrect usage
Assignment: Major Project 1 — a complete brand identity project.
Month 2 · Week 7 — Adobe Photoshop
- Photoshop workspace: layers, smart objects, masks, adjustment layers
- Selection and editing: background removal, colour correction, levels/curves
- Retouching and compositing: lighting consistency, shadows, colour matching
Assignment: Create a product advertisement, a movie-style poster, a social media advertisement and an image-manipulation artwork.
Month 2 · Week 8 — Social Media & Advertising Design
- Creative specs for Instagram, Stories, Reels covers, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube thumbnails
- Performance creative fundamentals: scroll-stopping headlines, product focus, CTA placement, mobile readability
- The 60:20:20 approach — primary visual, supporting information, CTA — used as a practical guideline
Assignment: Build a mini campaign: 3 static ads, 3 social posts, 2 story creatives, 2 Reel covers and 1 YouTube thumbnail.
Month 3 · Week 9 — Adobe InDesign
- Pages, spreads, master pages, margins, columns and guides
- Paragraph styles, character styles and grid systems
- Editorial layout: baseline consistency, typography hierarchy, page rhythm
Assignment: Design a flyer, a brochure, a company profile and a multi-page document.
Month 3 · Week 10 — Print Design & Production
- CMYK vs RGB, DPI/PPI, bleed, trim, safe area and crop marks
- Preparing vector assets, image resolution and correct PDF export
- Preflight checklist before submitting print files
Assignment: Design business cards, flyers, brochures, posters and corporate stationery.
Month 3 · Week 11 — Packaging Design
- Packaging hierarchy: front-of-pack communication, product naming, information hierarchy
- Dieline basics, safe zones, bleed and mockup presentation
- Packaging workflow: product research → competitor analysis → concept → dieline → mockup
Assignment: Major Project 2 — packaging design for a chosen category (food, cosmetics, personal care, pet or consumer products).
Month 3 · Week 12 — Portfolio & Career Preparation
- Case-study structure: overview, problem, audience, research, moodboard, concept, design system, applications, final presentation
- Curating 8–12 portfolio-quality projects — quality over quantity
- The Final Capstone Project: a realistic brief executed through the full 7-stage agency process
Assignment: Convert your strongest projects into complete portfolio case studies and complete the Final Capstone Brand Project.
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The AI-Powered Design Workflow
AI is taught as a design assistant, not a replacement for design fundamentals.
ChatGPT
Brief analysis, research and content development- Understanding briefs and forming discovery questions
- Brand, audience and competitor research
- Naming, tagline and campaign concept exploration
- Ad copy, social content and presentation structure
- Design critique and case-study writing
Gemini
Research and creative exploration- Research assistance and idea exploration
- Reference analysis and creative direction
- Campaign ideation and alternative concepts
- Multimodal exploration where relevant
Claude
Strategy and long-form documentation- Long creative briefs and brand strategy documents
- Organising research and structuring content
- Brand guideline drafts and campaign planning
- Comparing creative directions for a project
Responsible AI Usage
AI output is not automatically correct — every response is checked, not assumed
Copyright, trademark and commercial-usage awareness before using any AI output
Avoiding direct imitation and plagiarism of existing work
Human creative judgement and originality stay in charge of every design decision
See the Kind of Work You'll Build
View All ProjectsDemonstration and reference projects showing the standard of work this program is built around — not verified student outcomes.



Projects You'll Build
Agency-Based Learning
Every major project runs through the same process a design agency uses with a real client.
Professional File Handover
Portfolio Development
You don't just export a JPEG. You build a case study.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a graphic design course all about?
A graphic design course teaches you how to visually communicate ideas through typography, color, layout, branding, and digital tools like Photoshop and Illustrator. At TSDC, the program covers design fundamentals, Adobe tools, brand identity, packaging, social media creatives, and a portfolio of 8+ real projects.
What subjects are covered in a graphic design course?
Core subjects include visual hierarchy, color theory, typography, logo design, branding systems, print and packaging design, social media creatives, and portfolio development. At TSDC, students also learn Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Canva Pro, and Figma.
What is the graphic design course fee?
The TSDC Graphic Design Mastery Program is Rs 25,000 with a 3-month EMI option at Rs 8,334 per month, so you can start without paying the full amount upfront. The fee covers all course materials, software guidance, project reviews, and certification.
How long is the graphic design course?
The TSDC AI-Powered Graphic Design Program runs for 3 months (12 weeks). This covers design fundamentals, Adobe tools, an AI-powered design workflow, branding, packaging, social creatives, and a complete portfolio review — structured so students are job-ready by the end.
Can I learn graphic design online?
Yes. The TSDC AI-Powered Graphic Design Program is delivered fully online through live, instructor-led classes, so you can follow the full curriculum, get project feedback, and build your portfolio from anywhere.
Can I learn graphic design with no prior experience?
Absolutely. The course starts from the very beginning — design fundamentals, visual thinking, and software basics — before building into advanced branding and portfolio projects. No prior design or computer experience is required.
What is the salary after a graphic design course?
Entry-level graphic designers in Chennai typically earn between Rs 15,000 and Rs 30,000 per month depending on the role and portfolio quality. Freelancers can earn more depending on client volume. Roles like Brand Designer and Creative Executive can grow further with experience.
Which graphic design course is best for beginners?
The best graphic design course for a beginner is one that teaches fundamentals first, covers professional tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, includes live project work, and ends with a portfolio you can show employers. TSDC is designed specifically around that outcome.
Which graphic design course is right for me?
If you enjoy visual communication, branding, color, and creating for print, social, or digital campaigns, graphic design is likely the right path. If you prefer product thinking, apps, and user interfaces, UI/UX may suit you better. TSDC can help you compare both before you enroll.
Where can I do a graphic design course in Chennai?
TSDC is a creative education institute based near OMR, Perumbakkam in Chennai. The AI-Powered Graphic Design Program is delivered fully online through live instructor-led classes, so students in Chennai and anywhere else can join with limited batch sizes for focused learning.
Is this course beginner-friendly?
Yes. The program starts with design fundamentals before moving into Adobe tools, branding systems, and portfolio projects. No prior experience is needed.
Will I work on real projects?
Yes. You will build brand identities, packaging, social creatives, and presentation-ready portfolio pieces based on commercial-style briefs reviewed by working designers.
Do I get a certificate and portfolio support?
Yes. Students receive a course completion certificate and portfolio review support tied to the projects built in class.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes. The fee can be split into a 3-month EMI plan of Rs 8,334 per month so you can start without paying the full amount upfront.
What jobs can I apply for after this course?
Students typically prepare for Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, Social Media Designer, Print Designer, and Creative Executive roles at agencies, brands, and studios.
Can a 12th pass student become a graphic designer?
Yes. Graphic design does not require a degree. Many working designers entered the field after 12th with a practical certificate course. What matters most is your portfolio, software skills, and understanding of design fundamentals — all of which you build during the TSDC program.
Is graphic design a well-paid career?
Graphic design is a well-paid and growing career, especially in digital-first businesses. In India, starting salaries range from Rs 15,000 to Rs 30,000 per month. Experienced brand designers, senior creatives, and freelancers often earn significantly more. Logo and brand designers also command strong project fees.
What are the main types of graphic design?
The main types include brand identity design, print design, packaging design, digital and social media design, advertising design, motion design, and UI/UX design. At TSDC, the course covers brand identity, print, packaging, and social media design as core areas, giving students a broad commercial foundation.
Is logo design a good career?
Yes. Logo and brand identity design is one of the highest-value services in the design industry. Strong logo designers often work freelance, charging per-project fees that grow with portfolio quality. The TSDC program includes logo construction, vector illustration, and full brand identity development.
Which is the best graphic design institute in Chennai?
The best graphic design institute in Chennai is one that focuses on practical portfolio building over theory, covers professional tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, provides mentor feedback on real projects, and prepares students for actual job roles. TSDC is a practical, outcome-focused creative institute near OMR, Perumbakkam built around exactly this model.
Which is the best graphic design institute in India?
The best graphic design institutes in India prioritize live projects, mentor critique, real-world briefs, and strong portfolio outcomes. TSDC, based in Chennai, is a career-focused creative institute built around portfolio-first training — preparing students for brand design, agency work, and freelance careers across India.
Can AI replace graphic designers?
No. AI tools like Adobe Firefly and Canva AI help designers work faster, but they cannot replace human creative judgment, cultural understanding, brand strategy, or the ability to solve complex communication problems. Designers who learn to use AI as a co-pilot are more valuable, not less. TSDC integrates AI-aware workflows into training.
What do I need to join the AI-Powered Graphic Design Program?
You need a laptop or desktop capable of running Adobe Creative Cloud apps, a stable internet connection for live online classes, and access to ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude (free tiers are enough to start). No prior design or software experience is required.
Which AI tools are used in this course, and how?
The program uses ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude as design assistants for research, ideation, content and brand strategy support — not as a replacement for design skills. Students learn prompt engineering and how to verify AI output rather than treating it as fact.
Internship / Project Exposure
Eligible students can be given structured internship or project exposure based on TSDC's internship model, focused on real briefs and deadlines rather than a fixed guarantee for every student.
Career Opportunities & Support
Roles You Can Prepare For
Career & Placement Support
Certification
Admission Process
Ready to Build Your Graphic Design Career?
Think. Research. Create. Present. Revise. Deliver — like a professional designer.
