Agile Design
Elevate Your Design Skills for the Modern Workforce
Learn the principles of design and create visually appealing graphics without being a graphic designer.
Format
Delivery
Duration
Price
Online
4-8 Hours / Lesson
Self-paced
$399
1 of 4 courses in the
Certificate of Content Production.
What you’ll learn
Understand the fundamental design principles that apply across disciplines — from graphic design to UI/UX.
Learn how to incorporate agility into your creative process, helping you adapt and innovate quickly.
Master practical tools like Figma, Adobe XD, and other industry-leading software to bring your concepts to life.
Apply design thinking methodologies to create user-centric solutions that solve real problems.
Develop skills to craft compelling visual narratives that engage audiences.
Practice rapid prototyping to visualize ideas, gather feedback, and refine designs.
Who is this Class for?
For those interested in design but lacking formal training who want to start creating visually engaging work.
For those whose roles increasingly involve design tasks, such as creating flyers, presentations, or social media graphics, even though they aren't traditional designers.
For those wanting to add design to their skillset and improve their visual communication strategies.
Lessons + Projects
Principles of Design
Lesson 1
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Overview
Discover the universal principles that apply across all design fields, from graphic to industrial design. Learn about balance, contrast, hierarchy, and more, and see how they shape effective design.
ProjectAlways Be Knolling
Create a knolling composition that uses everyday objects to visually represent all eight principles of design: balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, rhythm, unity, and variety.
Color + Symbolism
Lesson 2
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Overview
Learn how color impacts perception, the psychology behind color choices, how to build accessible palettes, and how to leverage symbolism to convey deeper meanings in design.
ProjectFly Your Flag
Design a flag for your own unique island, translating your community's values, culture, and traditions into a powerful visual symbol through color theory and symbolism.
Assets of Design
Lesson 3
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Overview
Master the key design assets — typography, photography, illustration, icons, patterns, and textures — and learn the essential tools of the trade to bring your visual ideas to life.
ProjectInfographically Speaking
Turn complex information into a clear and visually appealing infographic, combining typography, photography, and illustrations to communicate effectively and tell a compelling visual story.
Layout + Composition
Lesson 4
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Overview
Learn how to create balanced, visually appealing layouts using grids, negative space, contrast, and AI tools while avoiding common design pitfalls.
ProjectHow-to Hobby
Create an engaging social media carousel that breaks down a hobby or skill into easy-to-follow steps using clear visual storytelling and effective design elements.
Concept Development
Lesson 5
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Overview
Learn how to develop impactful design concepts, find inspiration, and use AI for collaborative intelligence to bring your ideas to life.
ProjectThe Quest for a Concept
Design a conceptual poster for a cause or favorite movie, using creative ideation methods and inspiration to craft a compelling visual message.
User-Centered Design
Lesson 6
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Overview
Learn to design with empathy, map user journeys, and use iteration and feedback to create user-focused solutions that truly resonate.
ProjectThere's An App For That
Design a user-centered app experience by conducting user research, journey mapping, and wireframing a solution that improves a specific aspect of a user's life.
Showcasing Your Design Skills
Lesson 7
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Overview
Learn how to create a standout design portfolio and develop thought leadership content that highlights your skills, showcases your projects, and positions you as an expert in your field.
ProjectPortfolio and Thought Leadership Content
Build a professional portfolio and create impactful thought leadership content to showcase your skills, reflect on your projects, and position yourself for future opportunities, while gaining valuable feedback and practicing pitching your work.
Meet your Instructor
Jennie Myers
co-founder, AgainstJennie has spent her life collecting adventures—branding cattle in Wyoming, studying design in Switzerland, lobbying in D.C., and even jumping out of planes. As Co-Founder of Against, she balances business and creativity, turning strategy into storytelling. With 20+ years in advertising, branding, and marketing, plus a BFA and MBA, she brings insight and impact to every project.
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