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Clients

No joke ... but we have taught (in many cases, more than once) to all of these companies:

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* Accolade Publishing
* Accurate Solutions Ltd
* Ace4Training
* ACS-APT Computer Systems Ltd
* Active Silicon
* Active Solutions Europe Ltd
* Allied Manufacturing
* Amerex
* American Express Travel
* Antonmanor
* Arity Limited
* Aston Taylor Ltd
* aura
* Award Learning Services Ltd
* Aztec Marketing
* BCIM London South Bank University
* BE Aerospace UK Ltd
* Bechtel
* Bechtel Ltd
* Biggerfish Design
* Bio-Rad Laboratories Ltd
* Bluefrog Ltd
* Boltblue
* Bond Hotel
* Bourne Leisure Ltd
* Bournemouth University
* BP
* BPP Learning Media
* Brasher Leisure Ltd T/A Sweatshop
* Brunel University
* BskyB
* Building Research Establishment Ltd
* CADinteractive
* Castle Computing Services Ltd
* Chroland Associates Ltd
* Church House Conference Centre Ltd
* CIMA
* City Interactive Media
* Comet Group
* Community Server Ltd
* Concep Group Limited
* Concern Worldwide
* Control Techniques
* Copenhagen International School
* Crystalblue Solutions
* Cultoon Television Limited
* Customer Interaction
* David Richards Limited
* DBT
* Defaqto Ltd.
* dept of economics, maths & stats
* Discovery Communications Europe Ltd
* Discovery Communications Ltd
* DMG World Media
* Donmar Warehouse
* Dubai College
* Dubai Heaven On Earth
* EDCTP-EEIG
* Enterprise Insight
* Europa Components
* Families for Children
* FAS Office
* FERN
* Findaplaceabroad.com
* FIRA International Ltd
* Firetoys Ltd
* FL1 Solutions
* Foremost Curreny Group
* FRANCOPHIX SERVICES
* Fuss3 Solutions Ltd
* GE HEALTHCARE
* Giles & Posner Ltd
* Glint Facilities
* Global Beach
* Grass Roots Ltd
* H Bauer Publishing
* Harley Cosmetic Consultancy Ltd
* Harrow College
* Hays
* Healthcare Education Services
* Hertfordshire County Council
* Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
* Holland Park School
* HP Foods Ltd
* HWTMA
* I Want One Of Those.com
* i-2-k
* i2k Ltd
* Impact Marcom
* Inspired Gaming Group
* Interdirect Ltd
* International Greetings
* International University Link
* ISA Retail
* ITFC
* ITV
* James Eckhardt
* Jog Ltd
* JollofTutors
* JWT London
* Kent County Council
* kerbsideprophet.com
* Keziah Design Ltd
* KLC School of Design
* Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
* Lehmann Communications
* London Fertility Centre
* Loudspeaker/ Lateral Group
* Luton Sixth Form College
* Lynn Simpson
* Man Investments
* Man Investments AG
* MCS Creative Ltd
* Medina High School
* Merton College
* Metadigm
* Metropolitan Police
* Minerva Computer Services
* Mining Communications Ltd
* MOD, DASA(CS0)
* Modernisation Initiative
* Monarch Airlines
* Monks Walk School
* Mothercare
* Mothercare Uk Limited
* My Mustard
* NATS c/o Business Training Partnership
* Network Data Holdings PLC
* Nichols Plc
* Nokia UK Ltd
* North Yorkshire Police
* Norwich City Football Club
* OHL GROUP LIMITED
* Oil Technics Ltd
* OmniLedger Ltd
* onezerosix
* Orantez
* Otsuka Pharmaceutical Europe Ltd
* OV Productions
* Oxford University Press
* P&O Ferries
* PartyGaming Marketing (UK)
* PFA Consulting
* Pfizer Limited
* Powergen / E.ON
* PreScript Communications Ltd
* Princes Trust
* Punchline Media & Events LTD
* R P Europe Limited
* R.A.G.S.
* RDS Networks Ltd
* Red Letter Days
* Reed Learning
* Reed`s School
* Research Now
* RNIB
* Rocketseed
* Rothamsted Research
* Royal Academy Of Music
* RP Europe
* Sandwell and Birmingham Hospitals
* Saxon Industries
* Serco TTI
* Sesame
* Sesame Ltd
* Severndroog Castle Building Preservation Trust
* Snap Surveys
* Something Graphic Ltd
* Sort IT.biz Ltd
* south kent college
* South West of England Regional Development Agency
* Southampton City Council
* Southampton Solent University
* Squeeze Digital Ltd
* SR Media Ltd
* ST JOHN FISHER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
* St Matthew Academy
* Standout
* Stiefel Laboratories
* Stocklin Ltd
* Stoke-on-Trent City Council
* Style Coaching Institute
* Surrey Police
* Systex Ltd
* Tectura UK
* Telmanage Limited
* Tesco
* The Deeping School
* The Mobile Music Company
* The Mobile Music Company Ltd
* the National Deaf Children`s Society
* The PD Group
* TimePlan Education Group Ltd
* TMN Media
* Toshiba
* Tourdesign Ltd
* TW Podcasts
* Twyford C of E High School
* United Utilities
* University of Hertfordshire
* University of Southampton
* URBAN PUMPKIN
* V2 Music Group
* VillaCentre Limited
* Virgin Games
* Vocal Limited
* Vokera Limited
* waterwhileaway
* West Herts College
* X Games LTD
* Yamaha Electronics (UK) Ltd
* YouNique Photos

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A Few Testimonials


"I really had an insight into web designing especially on the introduction of CSS to me. It was very fruitful and I hope to continue when I get back home."

John, ECOWAS Court Of Justice.

"Great location, easy parking and the training was excellent. It was a valuable use of my time."

Sue, Teacher at Hitchin Boys' School.

"I found The Dreamweaver Training course from 21st Century Training to be very beneficial, both in the skills it taught me on a practical level and the conceptual understanding I was provided, which has significantly improved the performance of our company website. Before the course my understanding of website design and development was minimal, but since attending I have gone on to run our company website, creating improved functionality and making it a more informative and attractive marketing tool. The basic understanding of SEO provided in this course enabled me to manage optimisation efforts, the result of which was a leap in our Google ranking from barely visible to the first 3 pages for our desired search term. I would recommend this short course for anyone interested in learning about website design and development using Dreamweaver, whether experienced or novice."

Jessica, Giles & Posner.

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Elstree Film Studios - Training Courses - Adobe Illustrator Advanced









"Very usefull & provided the insight to the programmes that I need to move forward." Europa Components.

For those already with a good working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, this training course covers the more advanced functionality of the software, teaching many sophisticated techniques often used in the industry to create specific effects and achieve certain tasks. Subjects covered include file management with Adobe Bridge, modifying objects, envelopes and masks, as well as working with colours, brushes, effects and layers. If you are looking to attain a greater level or understanding and to hone your ability in using this powerful software package, this compact and intensive course is the ideal option.

"I would recommend this course to anyone. I am no artist, but I can now draw with confidence in Illustrator." FIRA International Ltd.

Duration: 1 day.

Location: 21st Century New Media (Production Offices), Elstree Film Studios, Shenley Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire WD6 1JG. [MAP]

Prerequisites: A good working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is required, either from attending our Introduction to Adobe Illustrator training course or equivalent experience.

"Thanks - it was excellent!" South West of England Regional Development Agency.



COURSE CONTENT

File Management With Adobe Bridge

  • Understanding the interface
  • Previewing files in different modes
  • Rating and labelling
  • Assigning Keywords
  • Batch Rename
  • Synchronising Adobes Colour Workspace

Workflow

  • Creating and managing custom Guides
  • Working with Views
  • Understanding Smart Guides
  • Creating Illustrator Templates

Modifying Objects

  • Appearance Palette
  • Compound Shapes
  • Working with the Pathfinder to:
  • Divide, trim, merge, crop and outline object
  • Creating Groups

Envelopes

  • Applying Warp and Mash Envelopes
  • Expanding and releasing
  • Edit Envelope contents
  • Creating custom Envelope shapes

Masks

  • Creating and applying Masks
  • Modifying and updating mask content

Working with Colour

  • Understanding Illustrators Swatches
  • Creating Gradient and Pattern Swatches
  • Working with Colour Guide
  • Creating Live Paint Objects
  • Loading Pantone Libraries
  • Saving and exporting Swatches
  • Working with Gradient Mashes

Brushes

  • Creating Calligraphic-, Art-, Pattern-, and Scatter Brushes
  • Modifying the brush options
  • Updating and applying Brush Presets

Graphic Styles

  • Understanding Illustrators Graphic Styles
  • Creating and applying Graphic Styles
  • Loading and saving Graphic Style Presets

Effects & Filters

  • Understanding Illustrators Filter and Effects menu
  • Distort & Transform
  • Stylize
  • Effect Gallery

Working With Layers

  • Creating and understanding Layers
  • Selecting and arranging Layers
  • Duplicating Layer content
  • Applying Layer Options
  • Releasing and flattening Layers

Text In Illustrator

  • Creating and threading multiple text containers
  • Modifying threaded text
  • Modifying Area Type Options
  • Type flow into a shape
  • Text on a Path Options
  • Using Text Wrap and options
  • Using Character-, and Paragraph Styles
  • Special characters with the Glyph Palette
  • Setting up Hyphenations and Justifications
  • Customizing Tabs

Print

  • Setting up for professional printing
  • Understanding transparency flattening
  • Creating Crop Marks
  • Page Tiling
  • Exporting Multiple Page PDF
  • Using the Area Crop Tool to export pre-defined areas
  • Setting up the Document Raster Effect Setting

Working With Bitmaps

  • Placing images
  • Understanding the Link Palette
  • Converting bitmap into vector graphics using Live Trace
  • Using bitmap filter

3D

  • Understanding Illustrators 3D Effects
  • Rotate, Bevel & Extrude and revolve objects
  • Mapping artwork onto objects

Automating Tasks

  • Creating and recoding Actions
  • Creating Droplets
  • Running a Batch
  • Loading and saving Action Sets
5-20% discount if you book for more than one delegate!
Further discounts are available when booking multiple courses,
Please call and arrange to speak to our training secretary
on 0844 844 2428.

Adobe Illustrator Training Courses
Date Days Total (Excl VAT)  
September 2008
9/9/08 1 250
November 2008
5/11/08 1 250


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