Creating a Visual Identity Manual from Scratch
A course by Gilian Gomes , Graphic Designer and Illustrator
Learn to organize and showcase your brand to the real world by developing a professional visual guide, from initial concept to final presentation
- Best seller Portuguese with subtitles in English
- 99% positive reviews (106)
- 3452 students
Learn to organize and showcase your brand to the real world by developing a professional visual guide, from initial concept to final presentation
If you want to develop a practical and effective visual identity manual, designer and illustrator Gilian Gomes is the ideal person to accompany you on your journey. As a branding specialist, he creates designs for brands and packaging with relevant messages without losing sight of the strategic focus.
In this course, learn to create a visual identity manual from start to finish. Gilian teaches you the foundations of a manual and the differences between a brand, a visual identity, and branding. By the end, you'll have all the tools to present a professional visual identity manual ready for the client's use.
If you're also interested in mastering Illustrator and its main tools for composing impactful graphic pieces, take a look at Gilian Gomes' first course Adobe Illustrator: Graphic Design for Beginners.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 20 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (106)
- 3452 students
- 14 lessons (1h 18m)
- 20 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
- Portuguese, Spanish, English, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesignWhat is this course's project?
Create a professional visual identity manual, from the concept to its final presentation to the client.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, managers, and any branding professional.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop is necessary for this course.
In terms of materials, all you need is a computer installed with the software of your choice.
Reviews
A course by Gilian Gomes
Gilian Gomes is a designer and illustrator, as well as a typography and art direction enthusiast. Born in Porto Alegre, Brazil, he holds a degree in design and a postgraduate degree in branding. He has more than 15 years' industry experience under his belt and now focuses on branding and packaging.
His creative process explores designs that express powerful and singular meanings. Through use of his illustration and typography skills, Gilian seeks unique and impressive results.
Throughout his career he's worked with large corporations, advertising agencies, and design studios like Sweety & Co. and Raison Pure. Some of his biggest clients include O Boticário, Sebrae, Grupo Zaffari, Enjoei, and Wordbank. He currently works as a freelance professional collaborating with clients all over the world.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Preparation of the manual
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What is a visual identity manual?
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Understanding the nomenclatures
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Types of manuals
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Exploring other manuals
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U3
It's time to produce your project
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Where and how to create your manual?
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Summary and initial topics
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Main elements and versions of the logo
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Chromatic pattern
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Technical aspects of reproduction
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Visual elements and applications
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U4
Showing your work
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How to deliver the MIV?
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How to send the brand files?
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FP
Final project
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Creating a Visual Identity Manual from Scratch
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
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Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Me parece un curso genial bien diagramado para reforzar conocimientos en el branding y poder organizar mejor una presentación.
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brunocamargo83
Claro e prático. Come um MIV deve ser.
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andre_rivera108
excelente curso
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josegonzalez4288
Increible Curso. Recomendado
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sensacional
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