Adobe Illustrator: Advanced Level
- Course Code FMC_ILL-ADV
- Duration 1 day
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This course is available in the following formats:
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Company Event
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Virtual Learning
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Course Overview
TopAdobe Illustrator is an essential design tool for anyone who needs to express ideas visually in print, on the web, and in any other medium.
In this 1-day course, a combination of instructor-led demonstration and hands-on practice, you will learn advanced techniques including transparency and masks, 3D rendering and perspective, data-driven graphics and automation, and Creative Cloud integration so that you can incorporate visual effects into your workflow.
Note: The curricula below comprise activities typically covered in a class at this skill level. The instructor may, at his/her discretion, adjust the lesson plan to meet the needs of the class.
Updated Oct. 2026
Virtual Learning
This interactive training can be taken from any location, your office or home and is delivered by a trainer. This training does not have any delegates in the class with the instructor, since all delegates are virtually connected. Virtual delegates do not travel to this course, Global Knowledge will send you all the information needed before the start of the course and you can test the logins.
Course Schedule
TopTarget Audience
TopCreative professionals seeking the fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Illustrator.
Course Objectives
TopAfter completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Apply advanced transparency, masking, and blending techniques to create sophisticated visual effects.
- Create and manipulate 3D artwork using rendering, lighting, perspective, and transformation tools.
- Develop data-driven graphics and automate repetitive design tasks using variables, actions, and batch-processing workflows.
- Integrate Adobe Illustrator projects with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications to streamline design production.
- Optimize and export artwork for print, web, and digital media formats.
- Enhance productivity and produce professional-quality vector graphics using advanced Illustrator features.
Course Content
TopLesson 1: Advanced Transparency, Masks & Blending Modes
- Utilizing Opacity Masks, Clipping Masks, and Isolation Modes
- Applying Blending Modes for complex visual effects
- Working with Gradient Meshes for photorealistic vector shading
- Multi-layered visual compositions and layer hierarchy effects
Lesson 2: 3D Rendering, Perspective & Dynamic Effects
- Extruding, revolving, inflating, and lighting 3D objects
- Mapping 2D artwork onto 3D surfaces
- Perspective Grid drawing, plane snapping, and spatial transformations
- Live effects, distortion envelopes, and non-destructive object warping
Lesson 3: Data-Driven Graphics & Automation Workflows
- Creating dynamic charts, graphs, and customized data visuals
- Utilizing the Variables panel to link external data sources
- Creating, running, and batch-processing with Illustrator Actions
- Exporting assets via Asset Export panel for web, print, and UI design
Lesson 4: Creative Cloud Integration, CC Libraries & Output
- Packaging Illustrator projects with fonts and linked assets
- Seamless integration with Photoshop, InDesign, and After Effects
- Exporting vector/raster formats, SVG optimization, and pre-press prep
Course Prerequisites
Top- Practical working knowledge of Mac OS X or Windows skills.
- Illustrator Fundamentals: An Introduction to Illustrator class or equivalent experience.
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