Description
Certification Name: Certificate in Print Designer
Course Id: CPD/Q0001.
Eligibility: 10+2 (higher Secondary) or Equivalent.
Objective: The Certified Print Designer course is crafted to provide learners with the creative and technical expertise required to design high-quality materials for print production. This course covers essential aspects of print design, including layout creation, typography, color theory for print, resolution standards, bleed and trim setup, and file formats. Learners will work with professional software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop to create brochures, business cards, posters, packaging, booklets, and other print media.
Duration: Three Month.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Assessment Modules:
Module 1: Fundamentals of Print Design: Understanding the print design process and workflow, Difference between digital and print design, Overview of print products (posters, flyers, brochures, business cards, banners), Understanding paper sizes, types, and finishes, Color models for print (CMYK, Pantone), Introduction to print design terminology and file formats.
Module 2: Typography and Layout for Print: Typography principles for readability in print, Choosing fonts and creating hierarchy, Text alignment, spacing, and paragraph styles, Grid systems and layout composition, Designing with margins, bleeds, and safe zones, Combining type and image for visual impact.
Module 3: Image and Graphic Preparation for Print: Image resolution and DPI requirements for print, File formats for print-ready images (TIFF, EPS, PDF), Color correction and adjustment in Photoshop, Vector graphics and logos in Illustrator, Clipping paths and transparency management, Managing linked assets and embedded graphics.
Module 4: Designing Print Collateral: Designing business cards, letterheads, and envelopes, Creating brochures, flyers, and postcards, Poster and banner design principles, Magazine and booklet layouts, Packaging elements in print, Event and marketing materials (certificates, tickets, menus).
Module 5: Prepress, Printing Techniques, and Finishing: Preparing files for print (pre-flighting, packaging, export), Understanding printing methods (offset, digital, screen, flexo), Special finishes (embossing, foiling, varnish, die-cut), Working with printers and print shops, Proofing and color matching, Managing print production timelines and costs.
Module 6: Real-World Projects and Portfolio Development: Creating a coordinated print campaign for a brand, Simulating real client briefs and design revisions, Designing multi-page documents for print, Assembling print-ready files and mockups, Building a professional print design portfolio, Presenting print designs effectively with visuals and prototypes.
Job Opportunities in Print Design – India
This program trains professionals to create high-quality designs for brochures, magazines, newspapers, posters, catalogs, packaging, corporate stationery, and promotional materials using typography, layout, color theory, and print production techniques.
Top Roles: Print Designer, Pre-Press Specialist, Publication Designer, Advertising Print Designer, Packaging Print Designer, Freelance Print Designer
Key Skills: Typography, layout design, color management (CMYK), pre-press techniques, print production, branding consistency
Income Range (India):
Entry-Level: ₹2.5 – 6 LPA
Mid-Level: ₹6 – 16 LPA
Senior / Freelance: ₹10 – 35 LPA (freelance: ₹25,000 – ₹1,50,000+ per month/project)
Employers / Work Areas: Publishing houses, advertising agencies, printing presses, corporate marketing departments, media companies, freelance projects
Scope & Growth: Career path: Print Designer → Senior Designer → Art Director → Creative Director → Design Head. Advanced skills in branding, color calibration, and digital-to-print workflow enhance earning potential.
