Course : Introduction to DTP: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator

discover the Adobe® suite

Practical course - 4d - 28h00 - Ref. PAU
Price : 1940 CHF E.T.

Introduction to DTP: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator

discover the Adobe® suite



Get started in DTP and explore Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator with the support of AI. From image retouching to professional page layout, learn how to create, optimize and finalize your communication media thanks to a modern, collaborative workflow.


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IN-HOUSE
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In person or remote class
Available in English on request

Ref. PAU
  4d - 28h00
1940 CHF E.T.




Get started in DTP and explore Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator with the support of AI. From image retouching to professional page layout, learn how to create, optimize and finalize your communication media thanks to a modern, collaborative workflow.


Teaching objectives
At the end of the training, the participant will be able to:
Understand the roles and constraints of each Adobe software product
Create optimized visuals, photomontages and vector files using AI technologies.
Design creative, rigorous layouts within print constraints
Set up a collaborative workflow between InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
Use AI tools to automate and enrich graphic creation.

Intended audience
This course is designed for beginners who want to master DTP and Adobe software to quickly create creative and professional visuals, enhanced by AI.

Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of the IT environment.

Practical details
Hands-on work
Exercises throughout the course.
Teaching methods
Practical, participative workshops based on numerous exercises.

Course schedule

1
Introduction to DTP

  • Defining DTP in a context of digital transformation.
  • The graphic chain, constraints and techniques.
  • Different types of documents (formats, folds, bleeds, etc.).
  • Color modes and the digital image: resolution and optimization with AI.
  • Introduction to integrated artificial intelligence solutions and application interconnection possibilities.
  • Different file formats.
Demonstration
Interactive presentation of the Adobe suite, highlighting AI functions and interconnection.

2
Image processing with Photoshop and AI tools

  • Rights to use and share images.
  • Image processing: AI-assisted retouching and automatic enhancement.
  • Create an optimized portrait using Adobe Sensei suggestions.
  • Creation of a photomontage integrating elements generated via Adobe Firefly.
  • Creating and using a MockUp;
Hands-on work
Create vector graphics and photomontages with working layers.

3
Professional page layout with InDesign

  • Layout with modernized graphics and integration of IA content.
  • Creation of a dynamic, responsive layout, integrating text, images and interactive elements.
  • Activity management and collaborative management via interconnection with Photoshop and Illustrator.
  • Pre-press operations (text/image layout).
  • Pre-press operations integrating automated controls via AI tools.
Hands-on work
Layout of a brochure and creation of a business card. Check control points on a PDF ready to be sent to the printer.

4
Vector drawing and preparation with Illustrator

  • Web-to-print" concepts and the modernization of printing benchmarks.
  • Print marks.
  • Fine lines and contours.
  • Creation of logos and vector graphics assisted by intelligent suggestions.
  • Design and adjust fine lines and contours with the help of Adobe Sensei.
  • Creation of communication media with automatic addition of bleed and verification of delivery standards.
  • Use of a delivery format recognized by the printer.
Hands-on work
Design a logo or business card from a mock-up generated in part by AI, then finalize the file for optimized printing.

5
Integrated workflow and finalization thanks to AI

  • Implementation of a complete workflow integrating the interconnection between Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator.
  • Automation and optimization of prepress processes: from quality control to file finalization.
  • Collaborative management and real-time synchronization of projects, with feedback and adjustments.
Hands-on work
design a communication medium by integrating elements created via AI and ensuring the link between different software programs for a coherent and optimized final rendering.


Customer reviews
4,3 / 5
Customer reviews are based on end-of-course evaluations. The score is calculated from all evaluations within the past year. Only reviews with a textual comment are displayed.
MANON B.
24/03/26
4 / 5

Rien à redire, très bien pour des personnes qui n’ont vraiment aucunes connaissances en PAO. En revanche, pour des personnes ayant déjà manipulé Gimp, Scribus ou autres logiciels libres de droits semblables, cela peut être assez vite redondant ou peu intéressant.
CHLOÉ B.
24/03/26
5 / 5

Explications très complètes malgré la multitude de fonctionnalités sur les logiciels, prend le temps de bien expliquer les choses et fait souvent des rappels quant aux différents usages des fonctionnalités ce qui permet de facilement retenir les choses.
MAGALI S.
02/12/25
4 / 5

Very clear explanations and lots of practice. The content is very intense and fast-paced, but gives you a real overview of the different applications with the advice of a pro.



Publication date : 08/27/2025


Dates and locations

Last places available
Guaranteed date, in person or remotely
Guaranteed session
From 2 to 5 June 2026
FR
Remote class
Registration
From 15 to 18 September 2026
FR
Remote class
Registration
From 8 to 11 December 2026
FR
Remote class
Registration

REMOTE CLASS
2026 : 2 June, 15 Sep., 8 Dec.