Graphic Design to earn as a freelancer

Overview
This course provides a practical introduction to the principles of graphic design, focusing on modern tools used in today’s creative industries. Students will learn how to communicate visually through compelling layouts, typography, color, and imagery using platforms like Canva and Adobe Illustrator.

What You’ll Learn

  • Core principles of visual design and composition
  • Branding, typography, and color theory in practice
  • Design creation for digital, print, and social media platforms

Skills You’ll Gain

  • Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Illustrator
  • Creation of logos, social media graphics, posters, and branding kits
  • Ability to translate ideas into visual content across formats

Prerequisite: None

Course Contents:
Introduction to design fundamentals; Principles of layout, balance, and hierarchy; Color theory and typography basics; Branding and logo creation; Designing for web, print, and mobile; Working with templates and grids; Building a personal design style; Real-world design projects using Canva and Adobe Illustrator; Portfolio development and peer critique.

Teaching Methodology:
Lectures, hands-on design labs, project-based learning, and critique sessions.

Reference Material:

  1. The Non-Designer’s Design Book by Robin Williams
  2. Thinking with Type by Ellen Lupton
  3. Adobe Help Docs and Canva Design School
  4. Online resources from Behance, Dribbble, and AIGA

Ms. Maida Khalid

Ms. Maida Khalid is a Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering at Ibadat International University, Islamabad. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering from Foundation University and an MS in Software Engineering from the Military College of Signals, NUST.
With over seven years of teaching experience, she has previously served at The University of Lahore (Islamabad Campus) and has consistently contributed to academic development through project supervision, curriculum planning, and student mentoring. Alongside her academic career, Ms. Khalid is actively engaged in the software industry, currently working as a Project Manager.
Her professional domain includes Machine Learning, Data Science, and project-based software development. She brings real-world industry insights into the classroom, bridging the gap between academic learning and practical implementation. Her dual engagement in academia and industry enhances her ability to mentor students in emerging technologies and applied research.

Ms. Itrat Fatima

Ms. Itrat Fatima is a Lecturer in Computer Science at Capital University of Science and Technology, with an MS in Computer Science from COMSATS University Islamabad (2018). She has over four years of teaching experience, previously serving at the University of Lahore (Islamabad Campus). Her expertise spans Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Smart Grids, and Machine Learning.
She has supervised numerous Final Year Projects, contributed to research proposals in AI-powered learning, fake news detection, and accessibility, and is actively involved in OBE curriculum design, including CLO-to-PLO mapping and psychomotor domain integration.
Ms. Fatima also leads online tech education at Skill Boost Institute, offering courses in AI, Data Science, Cyber Security, and Freelancing, empowering learners with industry-relevant skills.

Dr. Raja Habib

Dr. Raja Habib is an experienced academic and industry professional with over 12 years of expertise in software engineering, machine learning, and data science. He holds a PhD in Computer Science with a specialization in Machine Learning from CUST and an MS in Software Engineering from M.A.J.U., Pakistan, funded by the HEC Indigenous Scholarship.
Currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing at Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad, Dr. Habib has published several high-impact research papers and supervised numerous MS theses. His strong foundation in both academia and the software industry enables him to deliver practical, research-driven instruction in Machine Learning and Data Science, empowering students to solve real-world challenges effectively.

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Account Detail
Bank Name: Faysal Bank
Name: Raja Habib Ullah
Acc No: 3077301000002550