Turbocharge Logos: Boost Productivity in Adobe Illustrator

Turbocharge Logos: Boost Productivity in Adobe Illustrator

This course is part of Logo Design: From Concept to Client-Approved Work Specialization

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

4 hours to complete

3 weeks at 1 hour a week

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

4 hours to complete

3 weeks at 1 hour a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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logos of Petrobras, TATA, Danone, Capgemini, P&G and L'Oreal

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I can’t draw. There, I’ve said it. And I’m proud to say it, because there’s a stigma that seems to follow designers around like a bad smell; that in order to be a great logo designer, you need to be good at sketching.

I am proof that you do not. Over roughly 15 years I have worked with companies from all over the globe, designing logos for motorcycle clubs, restaurants, sports bars, electricians, tech firms, musicians and even tv personalities. And I made every one of these logos without the need for artistic skills with a pen and paper, by creating a workflow that allows me to work at lightning fast speeds in Adobe Illustrator. During my career I have worked in the publishing industry, for in-house design teams, at agencies and as a freelancer for my own clients. And at every single one of these jobs I made a name for myself as a designer that works quickly. In this course I’ll show you my secrets to working in Illustrator at super speed, to help you test and ultimately refine your designs in a vector format. You’ll discover how to: - Set up your hardware - Customise your workspaces and keyboard shortcuts - Use additional software and hardware tricks With these tips you'll be flying around Adobe Illustrator and working iteratively inside the program. Some of the techniques in this course are for beginners, but ideally you should have a basic understanding of Adobe Illustrator. I will cover some of the fundamental tools you’ll need to work up logos, but I’d class this course as beginner-to-intermediate. The workflow and techniques in this course are designed to help you question your current workflow and to help you optimise your output and increase your efficiency. With these tips, you’ll be able to take simple line drawings (terrible sketches) and work them up in vector in no time, to either rule out that concept, or refine it to perfection. And with these skills you’ll hopefully be able to get more clients through the door. At the end of the course you can follow along as I design a logo from start to finish. My Hardware and Specs - MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports, 2 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5) - 2 x Samsung 28" U28E590 UHD displays - Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac Mouse - Logitech MX Keys for Mac Keyboard - Creator Micro Macro Pad by Work Louder My Software - macOS Ventura 13.4.1 - Adobe Illustrator CC 2024 v28.0 - Adobe Photoshop CC 2024 v25.1.0 - Logitech Options+ v1.58 - VIA v2.0.5

Start your journey by getting oriented with the course and the instructor’s unique approach to logo design. In this module, you’ll explore the overall course structure and expectations, learn how the instructor builds ideas through sketching, and gain inspiration from a behind-the-scenes tour of their creative workspace. You'll also discover essential tools and habits that can enhance your own creative process.

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5 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Build a powerful, streamlined design environment in Adobe Illustrator. This module focuses on the foundational setup and tools that will save you time and boost consistency across your projects. You’ll learn how to configure artboards and workspaces, master key shortcuts and actions, and apply preferences and templates to support an efficient logo design workflow.

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5 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Take your ideas from concept to vector with confidence. In this module, you'll follow the complete process of transforming a hand-drawn sketch into a refined vector logo using Illustrator. You’ll explore techniques for precise editing and learn how to leverage Creative Cloud Libraries to organize and manage assets as your designs evolve.

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2 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Reflect on your progress and prepare to launch your own logo projects. This final module helps you consolidate what you’ve learned and plan your next steps as a logo designer. You’ll review key takeaways, get inspired by the instructor’s parting guidance, and begin applying your new skills in a personal logo design project.

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2 videos1 assignment1 peer review

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