Welcome to Graphic Design Fundamentals, a mini-course available through the Multimedia Tour! In today’s visually-driven world, effective communication is about more than just words. This course is designed to provide budding writers with essential graphic design skills to enhance their storytelling and engage their audience. Through a blend of hands-on projects and discussions, students will learn how to create visually appealing content that complements their writing.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and explain the fundamental principles of design, including balance, contrast, alignment, repetition, and proximity.
- Analyze and apply typography principles, including font selection, hierarchy, and readability in design projects.
- Develop skills in visual storytelling by creating designs that convey messages and evoke emotions.
- Recognize the importance of audience and purpose in design, tailoring projects to meet the needs and expectations of specific target groups.
- Plan and execute a complete design project from concept to final execution, demonstrating the design process and decision-making.
Requirements
As you progress through each lesson, make sure to press complete before moving on to the next.
Complete at least two of the following courses:
- Photopoetry: A Synthesis of Photography and Poetry
- Video Fundamentals
- Graphic Design Fundamentals
- Social Media Fundamentals
- Podcasting Fundamentals
REQUIREMENTS
Mentorship
You are in one of the following pair types. You pair type is listed on your GWN Portal profile.
- Mentor/Mentee: Meet 2-3 times per month and, as a pair, attend one of the engagement events listed below at least once per month.
- Peer-to-Peer: Meet 2 times per month and, as a pair, attend one of the engagement events listed below at least once per month.
- Affinity Groups: Meet 1 time per month and attend at least two per month of the engagement events listed below.
Engagement Types
- College & Career Chats
- Community Studios & Conversations
- Friday Night Salons
- Affinity Groups
Attend at least 1 suggested Community Experience per month.
Submissions
- Submit one piece to be published on the Author Page/Girls Write Now’s website.
Engagement Dates
Attend at least 1 suggested Community Experience per month.
Engagement Types
Affinity Groups
College & Career Chats
Community Studios & Conversations
Friday Night Salons
Asynchronous Coursework
All coursework is available once you start the course.
Submissions
Submit one multimedia piece to be published on Girls Write Now’s website through the portal.
