Introduction to InDesign Class Reviews

“One of the best classes I have ever had, can’t wait to apply what I’ve learned! I hadn’t used InDesign for 3 versions and didn’t have the time to learn it on my own. Now after taking this class, I’m excited about all the changes and can’t wait to apply them!” – Crista S. – Department of Defense

“This class was very useful in teaching me the right way to use InDesign. I can stop trying to find out how to do the simple tasks that took me a lot of time previously.” -Anonymous

“This class was really helpful to provide me with a baseline knowledge of InDesign. I feel like I can go back to work and actually use the program with some confidence thanks to this workshop.” -Alanna B. – JHU

“The teacher was friendly, knowledgeable, personable – went beyond what the book taught and used real life examples” Stephanie C. JHMI

“The instructor was well versed and knoweldgeable in InDesign. She answered all of my additional questions, and I had many. She is very patient and professional. I look forward to taking my other registered classes with this instructor. The facility was awesome and everyone was friendly. The office staff took care of my every needs.” – Sherri H. – Baltimore County Public Schools

“The Adobe InDesign training course…was incredibly useful for beginners of InDesign. As someone who creates bulletins, brochures, and fliers, I feel much more confident to create documents from the groundup, including Master pages, templates, color swatches, and formatting that my company is currently not using. We rely heavily on a printer/graphic team and I’m looking forward to taking over some of those responsibilities and to be able to edit my own documents.” – Emily W. – The Maryland Club

“Think Big Learn Smart InDesign training class was great experience. I learned how to navigate InDesign. I am an Adobe user and now I’m aware of tools and commands I never knew I had. I’m excited to apply what I have learned to me day to day projects.” – Amanda C. H&M Wagner

“What a great class. I’ve used Pagemaker and CS3 for years. When we upgraded to CS6 I decided to get training to be able to fully utilize this program. What a major difference I see between being self taught to receiving knowledgeable training. I look forward to putting all of my new skills to work.” – Rebe S.

“Before this course, I had very little knowledge of the capabilities of InDesign, this was my first real experience with the software. Even after just an introductory course, I feel as if I have gained enough knowledge to start work on projects and explore the software further. The information in this course also has intrigued my interest in learning additional Adobe products.” – Kerrie A. – UMD

“This was a great class, and the instructor made a point of making sure everyone understood all topics covered. She even went above and beyond to demonstrate a topic I inquired about that isn’t usually covered in this particular class. Very helpful.” – Jessica B. Foundation Fighting Blindness

“I came to the InDesign class with very little experience. I feel that I am ready to get back to the office and make positive changes to our graphic products. This is a great class for the beginner or the self-taught dabbler who wants more out of InDesign. The instructor was very knowledgeable. The company is very user-friendly and there are many support mechanisms available for post-class questions.” – Karen N. – U.S. Coast Guard

“Well-paced instruction with useful tips and hints beyond what was provided in the book. Instructor very knowledgeable of the subject matter and willing to provide information/instruction to questions that were specifically related to work-related documentation/issues.” – Susan P. -Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

“I had a one of a kind learning experience in the ThinkB!G Adobe InDesign Workshop. My instructor was engaging, informative, and always clarified student needs and questions. I learned so much in two days and feel more prepared to return to the workplace and create materials for mass dissemination in this program.” – Joanna G. – Johns Hopkins

“Our instructor was excellent. She came to our office and was knowledgeable and personable. When possible, she tailored the InDesign class to suit our specific needs.” – Lori B. – Coalition for Juvenile Justice

“Fantastic organization, knowledgeable trainers, best learning environment ever! I will be able to serve as a backup initially and then competitor with the other designers at work. The combination of the knowledge and the delivery style of the presenter made it an easy to learn and most effective training.” – Pamela D. – Department of Defense

“The InDesign class was packed full of useful information and tricks that will greatly enhance my overall experience using InDesign, my product output, and will hopefully reduce the amount of time I have to spend now that I know a number of shortcuts. The instructor did a great job demonstrating multiple ways to perform a particular task and then helped us to understand why one would be preferred over another.” – Katie K. – Constellation Energy

“The best part of this InDesign training was the instructor’s ability to present the information in a fun, interactive, informative way. His personality as a trainer made a big difference for me. I would definitely come back to another of his training sessions here. Having an in-person training on the Adobe software provides a much more tailored learning experience than via online or workbook courses.” – Allison I. – Johns Hopkins

“This was the most enjoyable training session, I have ever taken. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this InDesign training to everyone.” – Andrea Y. – Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

“This course was excellent. [The Instructor] is so knowledgeable about not just Adobe InDesign, but the history of design programs as a whole. That knowledge made her explanations more meaningful and memorable. I would recommend her and this class emphatically.” – Brandie J. – Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services – Maryland

“I’m not a trained designer and designing brochures and programs is only part of my job. Though I’ve been using InDesign for several years, I’ve never had formal training until this class. I learned the right way to do many things, as well as many tips and tricks to increase efficiency when using the software. Very pleased with the two days spent in the InDesign training.” – Shelley C. – Johns Hopkins

“Very informative class with a very experienced instructor who was happy to answer any and all questions the class presented.” – Christopher S. – Maryland Air National Guard

“I would recommend this Intro to InDesign class for beginners because of the clarity of information and usefulness of content. It will definitely help me at work.” Dennis K. (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases)

“I would recommend this Indesign Intro course because I was able to follow along easily, it was comfortable setting to ask questions, the class went at a nice pace, and the instructor was very knowledgeable.” Kristen D. (Booz Allen Hamilton)

“This InDesign course was my first ever, and it was my first time taking classes at Think BIG. The instructor was excellent, I learned more than I bargained for, and I am very please with my overall experience – the class was highly organized, and the information was relevant. The staff was pleasant, and I felt at ease. I am confident that my experience will expand my knowledge and my credentials as I develop professionally and personally.” –Margia A.

“I really enjoyed this training. I’m happy with the way Adobe continues to raise the bar in technology for the workplace. I would welcome more training!” Erica S. (Sandler Systems Inc.)

“It will help me format government proposals.” Nara H. (Adams & Associates Inc.)

“I had no experience with InDesign before and I believe I am more than equipped to take on my projects within my workplace. I know the basics, and I am glad I have the Adobe InDesign book to assist me with any further questions I have or to look back on my experience in the classroom. I am glad I learned all the important shortcuts that will make completing projects quicker and easier.” Erin T. (Merritt Properties, LLC)

“This was a very informative class, the instructor was outstanding and I learned more than I ever expected! I attended remotely and the experience was great, I would recommend this class to anyone who needs to learn the basics (and much more) of InDesign!” Richard T. (CDM Smith)

“The Intro to InDesign course was very helpful. [The instructor] provided a lot of clarity on why and how to do things in the most efficient ways, utilizing the diverse toolkit that InDesign provides. Where before I was piecing things together on my own, I now feel a lot more knowledgeable and confident in my InDesign abilities and excited to try new things.” Sarah K. (Association Montessori International)

“This class was fantastic. [Our] amazing instructor that adjusted his learning style to meet the needs of the different levels of learners in the class. He had patience and made the learning environment fun.” Valerie A. (Roche, LTD)

“This class has definitely made me more comfortable with Adobe InDesign. The next time I am asked to create a guide, or any sort of document, I will be attempting it here.” Marcelo A. (Roche, LTD)

“[The Instructor] is a wealth of knowledge. The course was packed with information, but I feel like we just scratched the surface. I would love to take another Adobe class because there are so many tools available that we can use for enhancing our training courses.” Jerri Z. (Roche, LTD)

“Great Course! I love taking courses at Think Big Learn Smart and if I ever need to broaden my knowledge on any Adobe courses then I will definitely be back!” Daisy S. (The Agora)

“This was a great class. Even though I have been using InDesign for many years, it is always a good idea to refresh your skills and get back to best practices!” Stephanie P. (U.S. Department of Defense)

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