Photoshop CC Working with Type from Pluralsight

Learn about all the fine control you have in Photoshop when it comes to working with type. Software required: Photoshop CC.

Photoshop CC offers a wide range of typographic features which are covered in this course. In this course, you'll learn about all the fine control you have in Photoshop when it comes to working with type. Tracking, Kerning, Hyphenation, Leading, are just some of the features reviewed. You'll also look at how you can create styles to save time, and how to apply effects using Layer styles and filters. Software required: Photoshop CC.

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Introduction

Introducing Type

Formatting Type

Character, Paragraph, and Layer Styles

Using Type as a Mask

Manipulating Type

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops understanding of fine control for using typography in Photoshop, equipping learners to produce more nuanced and professional designs

Provides foundational knowledge of typographic features, a topic highly relevant to beginners in graphic design and related fields

Builds a strong foundation in typography, which can enhance creative skills and improve communication through design

Taught by Matthew Pizzi, who is experienced in Photoshop and digital arts, ensuring learners receive up-to-date knowledge from a recognized expert

Teaches specialized techniques that allow learners to manipulate and transform type, providing learners with a deeper understanding of the potential of typography in design

Utilizes industry-standard software, Photoshop CC, ensuring its relevance to professionals and learners alike

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Learners who complete Photoshop CC Working with Type will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Graphic designer

Graphic Designers use Photoshop to create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as brochures, magazines, and corporate reports. This course can help you develop the typography skills essential to this role.

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Web Designer

Web Designers develop the look and feel of websites. Using software, they determine site layout, color schemes, graphics, and fonts. They create pages to meet the needs of the site owner, such as home pages, product pages, and contact pages. This course can help build a foundation in typography, which is an essential aspect of web design.

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Art Director

Art Directors oversee the visual style and content of a variety of media, including magazines, newspapers, websites, and advertising campaigns. They work closely with other creatives, such as writers, photographers, and graphic designers, to ensure that the final product meets the client's vision. This course can help build a strong foundation in typography, which is a key aspect of this role.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers develop and implement marketing campaigns across a variety of channels, including print, online, and social media. They work closely with other departments, such as sales, product development, and customer service, to ensure that marketing efforts are aligned with the overall business strategy. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, an essential aspect of marketing materials.

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Social Media Manager

Social Media Managers develop and execute social media strategies to promote brands and products online. They create and curate content, manage social media accounts, and track results to measure the effectiveness of their campaigns. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, an important aspect of social media visuals.

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UX Designer

UX Designers focus on the user experience of websites and applications. They conduct user research, design prototypes, and test user interfaces to ensure that products are easy to use and enjoyable. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which is an important aspect of UX design.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the development and launch of new products. They work with engineers, designers, and marketers to bring products to market that meet the needs of customers. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which can be important for product packaging and marketing materials.

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Content Writer

Content Writers create written content for a variety of purposes, including websites, blogs, articles, and marketing materials. They work closely with editors and other creatives to ensure that content is clear, concise, and engaging. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which is important for creating visually appealing content.

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Copywriter

Copywriters create written content for advertising and marketing campaigns. They work closely with art directors and other creatives to develop concepts and write copy that will persuade consumers to take action. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which is important for creating effective copy.

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Editor

Editors oversee the content and quality of written material, such as books, articles, and marketing materials. They work closely with writers and other creatives to ensure that content is clear, concise, and engaging. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which is important for creating visually appealing content.

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Illustrator

Illustrators create visual concepts and images for a variety of purposes, including books, magazines, websites, and advertising campaigns. They work closely with art directors and other creatives to develop concepts and create images that will engage viewers. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which can be important for creating visually appealing illustrations.

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Photographer

Photographers capture images for a variety of purposes, including news, advertising, and art. They work closely with clients and other creatives to develop concepts and create images that will convey the desired message. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which can be important for creating visually appealing photographs.

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Videographer

Videographers capture and edit video footage for a variety of purposes, including news, advertising, and entertainment. They work closely with clients and other creatives to develop concepts and create videos that will convey the desired message. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which can be important for creating visually appealing videos.

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Motion Graphic Designer

Motion Graphic Designers create animated graphics for a variety of purposes, including websites, videos, and presentations. They work closely with clients and other creatives to develop concepts and create animations that will engage viewers. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which can be important for creating visually appealing motion graphics.

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User Interface Designer

User Interface Designers create the look and feel of user interfaces for websites and applications. They work closely with UX Designers and other creatives to develop interfaces that are both visually appealing and easy to use. This course may be helpful for developing a foundation in typography, which is important for creating visually appealing user interfaces.

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