Adobe InDesign with AI Introduction Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class

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Pricing

Public Enrollment Training Pricing

Commercial Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $795
GSA/Government Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $640.81
Non-Profit/Education Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $745

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Duration & Times: 2 Days – 8:30 AM-3:00 PM EST

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Course Description: In this hands-on, two-day Adobe InDesign with AI Introduction training course, participants will gain practical skills for designing and automating publishable documents with InDesign. Through interactive lessons and activities, users will navigate the InDesign interface to set up professional documents, incorporate images and graphics, flow and format text, and develop an efficient workflow. Generative AI assists by automatically generating design elements like tables of contents and indexes and identifying possible design improvements via computer vision. By the end of the training, users will be equipped to independently publish books, magazines, posters, and more while leveraging AI to boost creativity and productivity. With personalized instruction and opportunities for collaborative learning, creative professionals will leave with enhanced InDesign capabilities enriched by AI.

Prerequisites: Students must have a good working knowledge of computers, and operating systems, using a mouse, keyboard, standard menus, and commands. Students must be able to open, save, and close applications and files, as well as navigate to other folders.

Required Technical Set-Up:
• Primary computer connected to a second monitor OR second computer to view instructor live
• Reliable High-speed internet connection
• Web Browser: Google Chrome Preferred (Alternative: Microsoft Edge)
• 3-Button Computer mouse
• Audio Speaker/Microphone (built-in to computer or external)

Job Roles That Use InDesign:
Graphic Designers
Print Editors
Writers
Artists

Projects That Use InDesign:
Creating brochures, newsletters, ads, business cards and books
Producing professional-quality, full-color documents
Designing publications for electronic devices

Adobe InDesign with AI Introduction Course Outline

1. Introducing InDesign Workspace and Navigation
Explore the InDesign workspace and interface
Customizing the Workspace
Change magnification and navigate pages
Use context menus and panel menus
Modify program preferences

2. Document Set Up and Management
Create new print documents with custom settings
Work with parent pages and document pages
Add, rearrange, and delete pages
Create sections and change page numbering
Set bleed guides and slug area

3. Working with Objects and Layers
Explore using layers for organization
Create and modify text and graphic frames
Transform and align objects on the page
Group items and modify contents
Wrap text around images
Flow text along paths
Draw lines and modify arrowheads

4. Applying and Managing Color
Explore color management for print
Create and apply colors with swatches
Work with tints and gradients
Organize colors into groups

5. Flowing and Formatting Text
Flow text into existing frames
Create threaded text frames
Adjust columns
Apply paragraph and character styles
Use baseline grid for alignment
Use AI to automatically create a table of contents
Add automatic page numbering

6. Additional Features
Preflight documents
Export to PDF
Use Presentation Mode
Use AI to identify design issues
Review additional tools and automation features like AI-generated index, book files, libraries, AI-powered search and replace

Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real-world use of the technology.

Software Versions: ThinkB!G open enrollment classes are taught on the most current version of software whenever possible. To request a specific version, please Contact Us or call us at 301-362-2250.

What's Included in Your ThinkB!G Training
  • Expert Virtual Live Instructor-Led, Hands-On Training by Senior Consultants, Designers, and Developers
  • Remote Access to Class Computer with Pre-Installed Software—No Licenses, Installs, or Downloads Required!
  • Instructor Live View of Participant Screens for Real-Time Over-the-Shoulder Support
  • Digital Course Materials for Post-Class Reference
  • 1-Year Access to Searchable Class Recording
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Certification Pack Option (if applicable): Includes Online Test Prep, Exam Voucher + 1 Retake, and Virtual Exam Proctoring
  • IT Support for Technical Setup & During Training

An Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) Exam is Available for InDesign!

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Exam Objectives Include:

Working in the Design Industry
Project set up and interface
Organizing documents
Creating and modifying visual elements
Publishing digital media

Register for our Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) Training & Certification Pack:

If you choose the Certification Pack option in the pricing dropdown upon checkout, this Includes:

✓ InDesign Intro–Advanced (4 Day Class, In-Person or Online)

✓ Online Test Prep Tool (Simulates actual test & provides targeted learning based on your assessed needs)

✓ Testing Voucher with 1 Free Retake (In-Person, scheduled at your convenience)

✓ Testing Proctor Fee (Only included if you take your test at ThinkB!G’s office in Columbia, MD)

This course is a stepping stone to becoming an Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)!

What is an Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)?

The ACE Certification validates that professional has demonstrated proficiency with one or more Adobe software products.

We offer this course as Custom Private Training or Project Based Training®!

If you have a team of individuals, you can receive bulk discounts by doing your own Private training session & cover your specific learning objectives!

What’s Included?

  • Custom Outline to include Targeted Topics Based on Your Learning Needs
  • Instructor Led Hands-On Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) & Certification
  • Training Delivered from Certified Instructors that are Senior Consultants
  • Official Curriculum Courseware & Personal Use of Class Recording for Limited Time
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Remote Access to ThinkB!G Class Computer with Software licenses & Class Files Pre-Installed for Use During TrainingNo Installs or Downloads
  • Instructor‘s Real-Time View of ThinkB!G Class Computer Screen for Immediate Live Interactive Support
  • If Certification Training is Selected, It May Include a Test Prep Tool, Testing Voucher with Free Retake, and Proctor Fee (if taken with ThinkB!G Virtually)
  • Note: IT Support is Available to Pre-Flight Virtual Class Set Up Before & During Training

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Payment Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training class.

Payment Policy for Private & Project Based Training® Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training service.  Pricing provided is firm fixed price based on number of students.  Client is responsible for entire amount regardless of change in number of registrations.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

  • Classes may be canceled if less than 4 students are registered. We will notify you of cancellations no later than 16 business days prior to class.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling more than 16 business days prior to class: You are eligible for a refund or free reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling less than 16 business days prior to class: No refund. No Reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • No Shows without contact: No refund. No Reschedule.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Custom/Private and On-Site Training Classes

  • No penalty if cancellation/reschedule is 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class.
  • 50% penalty will be incurred if cancellation/reschedule is less than 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class. This fee is to cover instructor expenses, travel, and course materials purchased.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Individual Students in Custom/Private Training Classes

  • Individual students registered in a private class, who cancel or do not show, are not eligible for a partial refund or reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student. Please contact your class organizer or manager if you need to cancel.

Important Notice: Please avoid accessing ThinkB!G remote student computers on devices marked as classified or containing confidential information. Opt for an alternate computer for your training requirements, and for any specific class participation needs or inquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with
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