Intro to UI/UX for Graphic Designers: Adobe Xd

Whether you want to expand the services you can offer as a designer or transition into a new job entirely, UI/UX and product design skills are extremely advantageous. Many creatives like you know this, but have no idea where to start.

Join strategic designer, Maddy Beard, as she helps you start on your path towards honing these skills. The best way to learn UI/UX is by practicing it and taking an active role in your learning. That’s why, during this class you'll be guided through the creation of a UI/UX project that is unique to you - a perfect way to kick-start your portfolio. Along the way, you’ll learn about each step of the process and how to apply them effectively.

This class is perfect for graphic designers and other creatives who have the basics of design down, but are eager to expand their skill-set to include UI/UX. Don’t worry if you’ve never opened Adobe Xd before, this class covers the foundations as well as Maddy's favorite features and most-used tricks.

After you complete this class, you’ll be able to repeat this process over and over again, put your own spin on it, and fill out your portfolio to ultimately land an exciting job or freelance client. Practice makes better, so don’t be afraid to return to this class often.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Pen & paper
• Sticky notes (or scraps of paper)
• A printer (optional, if you’d like to print out the iphone template provided)
• Adobe Xd (free to download!)
• Adobe Premiere Pro or iMovie

• Trailer
• Project Overview
• What exactly is UX?
• Define a Problem
• Empathy Mapping
• User Journey & Sketching
• Setup Adobe Xd
• Wireframing
• UI Design
• Components & More
• BONUS! More Designing & Timelapse
• Create Your Video
• Final Tips
• Conclusion