Editorial Design: Concept, Editing, and Materials
A course by José Luis Lugo , Book Designer

Master editorial design from concept to final print, combining creativity and technique at every stage of the process.
You will go through a complete process to develop an editorial project, from conceptualization to printing. You'll learn to manage every phase of the editorial project, from interpreting ideas to selecting materials. Discover how to work with an editorial team and master project organization to meet each client's needs.
José Luis Lugo, a designer with over 25 years of experience in book design and collaborator with renowned museums and publishers, will share his approach and tools for turning an abstract idea into a tangible editorial project, paying attention to every detail to achieve optimal results.
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 20 downloads
- 93% positive reviews (15)
- 1,128 students
- 20 lessons (4h 19m)
- 20 additional resources (9 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Using provided materials, you will develop a complete editorial project, applying design and production techniques from conceptualization to print preparation.
Who is this online course for?
It is aimed at graphic designers, editors, and book enthusiasts who want to deepen their understanding of creating unique editorial projects. It is also ideal for those looking for new ways to express their creativity in editorial design, learning to manage projects from start to finish. An interest in editing and visual storytelling is recommended.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop is required to follow the design techniques. Additionally, access to basic editorial materials, such as book examples and visual resources for reference, is useful.
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José Luis Lugo
A course by José Luis Lugo
José Luis Lugo is a designer specializing in the creation of books and editorial projects with over 25 years of experience. He started his career by founding a magazine dedicated to book collecting, where he familiarized himself with every aspect of editorial production. He has worked with important museums in Mexico City and renowned publishers, such as Editorial Reverté and Arquine, developing projects that combine his passion for books and visual storytelling.
His approach is based on the balance between creativity and management, which has allowed him to design everything from art books to technical catalogs, always seeking the perfect balance between form and content.
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Imagine the project
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A sea of ideas
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The importance of numbers 1
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The importance of numbers 2
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A plan, a team and an ending 1
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A plan, a team and an ending 2
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U3
Designing the book you imagine
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Start the journey
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The possible books
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Defining a concept 1
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Defining a concept 2
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Defining a concept 3
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Follow path 1
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Follow the path 2
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Follow path 3
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The cover design
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U4
The hybrid book in your hands
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Harmony is in the details
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Before printing 1
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Before printing 2
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The art of printing
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FP
Final project
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Editorial Design: Concept, Editing, and Materials
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Excelente curso!! la verdad me está ayudando mucho para mi trabajo.
Interesantísimo tanto para el diseñador como para el autor.
Muy bueno, orienta en general, en particular y con mucha experiencia valiosa. Abre mentes, libera energias. creativas. Muy buena exposicion de José Luís. A mi me ayudo a comprender mas sobre el tema. Sugiero este curso.
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Excelente propuesta.