CSCD 204 S001: Editorial Design

ECIAD
SectionS001
TermSpring 2026
StatusA
DatesFeb 3, 2026 – Apr 7, 2026
LocationOnline
Meetings
  • Tue 6:30pm–9:30pm — ONLN VCHAT
InstructorNatalie Gagnon
Description (ECIAD)Editorial designers are often in-demand for their unique skill at distilling and presenting content in a variety of media. From printed publications to digital reports, or corporate presentations to online marketing materials, editorial designers lay out content for impactful consumption. In this project-focused course, explore editorial layout and content for print and digital applications such as books, websites and social media. Learn to identify and display content with effective visual hierarchy and conceptual art direction no matter the format. Use various design software synchronously to achieve effective layouts, adjust images and graphics, and prepare final files for press/output methods. While this course includes some software demonstration, prior experience with Adobe CC is required.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to source and purchase your supplies before your first class.

Price(s)DMRE: $658.00
CSDB
CS TitleEditorial Design
CS DescriptionFrom printed publications to digital reports, learn how to display content with effective visual hierarchy and conceptual art direction.
Prior LearningTo fully benefit from this course, experience with Visual Communications and Adobe software is required.
Legacy InfoPreviously CECD 202 Publication Design
Course Hours30
Hours per Class3
Course TypeAdult
Max Students20
Classroom TypeComputer Lab
Material ListMaterials and Software
StatusActive
Roll Out TermFA25
Flexible Learning PathwayVisual Communication Design, Flexible Elective - All Pathways
Microcredential ProgramN/A
Microcertificate ProgramN/A
National ID11.0801 Web page, digital/multimedia and information resources design
AR CodeCSDA
Unit Code285200
Unit NameDesign Arts
Position Code4519
Area of StudyDesign Arts
DisciplineCommunication Design
LevelIntermediate
Age19 years +
Skills BadgeN/A