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Graphic Design
Diploma Summary

Unlock your creativity with ABM College’s Graphic Design Diploma in Calgary, where students develop their artistic talents and technical skills to excel in a digital-first world. The program offers in-depth training in essential graphic design principles and hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and other tools. Students build a professional portfolio showcasing their capabilities to prospective employers. The program concludes with a 4-week practicum placement, providing real-world experience and preparing graduates to launch their design careers.

The Graphic Design Diploma Program equips students with the expertise to create visually compelling designs for diverse applications. By mastering the latest design software and combining digital techniques with foundational art principles, students gain the skills and confidence to excel in the graphic design field.

Graphic Design
Course Highlights

Build a strong foundation in composition, typography, colour theory, and layout design.

Learn advanced techniques using industry-standard tools to create professional-grade designs.

Gain expertise in drawing, photography, and integrating business concepts into creative work.

Complete a 4-week practicum placement to enhance portfolios and gain practical experience.

Career Opportunities

Graphic Designer

Production / Layout Artist

Multimedia Designer

Illustrator / Animator

Art Director

Multimedia Content Creator

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Graphic Design Course Curriculum

Students create and design scalable computer graphics with Adobe illustrator including core drawing and shape tools, transformation and reshaping features, text manipulation, and the pen tool. The module prepares the students to create simple vector graphics, educate them about best practices to enhance workflow, and train them on how to integrate and manipulate colour and type in designs and to prepare documents for output to print, web, and video.

Students explore the fundamentals of working with digital images acquired from capture, with a focus on the image optimization process within Adobe Photoshop CC. Students learn how to produce a high-quality image that can be reproduced for multiple purposes. The objective of this module is to prepare students to effectively process camera RAW files with Photoshop CC RAW processing interface, process jpg files using a non-destructive workflow, work with the appropriate file format depending on content and usage, maximize the tonal range and correct a colour cast in a digital image, work with layers, layer blending modes and layer styles, perform non-destructive image retouching, crop, rotate, and resize images to meet specific requirements, and export files for both web use and print production.

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Student Recommendations of ABM College

I loved every minute of going to ABM College, I felt they prepared me so well for my course and for what's to come after graduation. I could not be happier with my education and now my successful career as a Health Care Aide.

Kelly Reis, Alberta
ABM College helped me to pursue my dream job. At first, I was hesitant because I thought doing classes online is not so easy. But they have flexible hours to attend so working students can choose a time to work with your schedule. All instructors are very approachable and staff are very accommodating. A great school that I will not forget.

Bhing Sayson-Cuadra, Saskatchewan
Deborah Cheesman
I studied the Diploma program in Business Administration and graduated May 2022. The teachers I had were all amazing! They are very good at what they do and help us as much as they can. They share their knowledge and experiences and help the students in every way.

Emma Rose Lontoc, Alberta
Erlinda Harn
I studied Medical Office Assistant & Unit Clerk at ABM College. The decision was difficult for me in my 40’s with kids and work, but I had great experience with online lessons. Thanks to my Instructors for always supporting and helping me. A good decision to study at ABM College.

Rafaela Goyena, Alberta
Ian Morales
Being a student of theMedical Office Assistant and Unit Clerkprogram was a great platform to change my career in the medical field. As I finished my studies, a lot of opportunities opened up to me to work as a unit clerk in the Saskatchewan Health Region.

Cheryle Pascua, Saskatchewan
Highly recommend it for professionals who need to upgrade their skills. I took the Digital Marketing Diploma and really liked it. It helped me increase my skills and build up my confidence. Teachers and staff were all very kind and helpful.

Marlene Rados, Alberta

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Graphic Design Diploma in Calgary

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Graphic Design
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