Adobe Illustrator Training: Intermediate

Enhance your design expertise with this three-day Intermediate Illustrator course. Create intricate vector artwork using advanced tools, patterns, gradients, and 3D effects. Strengthen your creative workflow and produce polished, professional designs. Book your Illustrator course today.

Adobe Illustrator Training: Intermediate

Course Overview

The Illustrator Intermediate Course is a three-day training for designers who already understand the basics of Illustrator and want to take their skills further. Conducted at our London training centre or live online, the course blends guided instruction with practical exercises to help you create complex and professional-quality artwork.

Throughout the training, you’ll explore advanced drawing tools, gradient and colour techniques, and creative applications such as patterns, 3D effects, and image tracing. You’ll also learn to manage design assets efficiently using Creative Cloud libraries and enhance text with custom effects and transformations. Each session includes step-by-step demonstrations followed by practical exercises, giving you hands-on experience with real-world design tasks.

Led by our certified instructors, this course provides personalised feedback and creative guidance to help you improve both technically and artistically. By the end of the course, you’ll have the expertise to produce sophisticated vector graphics, polished typography, and visually dynamic compositions suitable for print, branding, and digital design.

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Dates

Next course starts on:21 Oct 2026

Intermediate Level

3 consecutive days
21 Oct 2026
7 Dec 2026
3 Feb 2027
17 Mar 2027
6 May 2027
23 Jun 2027
25 Aug 2027
6 Oct 2027
15 Dec 2027
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If the training dates listed here don't suit your schedule, let us know and we can arrange a tailored training course for you where we can customise both the content and the dates of the course. To find more about our Tailored Training courses,
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Course Outline

Here is what you will learn on this Illustrator course in more detail. Click the topics below to explore what is covered in each section.

What’s Included in Your Course

Every Docklands Media course comes with a range of added benefits to support your learning at no extra cost.

Course Certification

Course Certification

Receive an official certificate of completion to validate your training. Ideal for portfolios, CVs, or proving your skills in Adobe Illustrator.

Lifetime Support

Lifetime Support

Access our email and phone support for a lifetime. Contact us with any technical questions related to what you have learned on your Adobe Illustrator course.

Free Course Retake

Free Course Retake

Need a refresher? Retake the same Adobe Illustrator course for free within 24 months. A great way to solidify your learning or get up to speed with new software updates.

Course Materials & Videos

Course Materials & Videos

Receive training notes, project files, and 7-day access to instructor-led video tutorials. Perfect for reinforcing key lessons and practising at your own pace.

ACP Exam Logo

Along with your certificate of completion, you’ll have the option to take the official Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exam for £175 + VAT. This globally recognised certification highlights your creative expertise and proves your job-ready skills. Select the exam option when booking to include it with your course.

Offers & Discounts

We're committed to providing the best training experience possible. That's why we offer a range of discounts and flexible payment options to make your Adobe Illustrator course more accessible and affordable.

Group Bookings & Non-Profits

Group Bookings & Non-Profits

Get discounted rates when booking for two or more people, or if you're enrolling from a charity. Save 5–15% depending on your group size or institution type.

Early Bird Discount

Early Bird Discount

Book your Adobe Illustrator course at least three months in advance and get 10% off. Secure your place early and save on top-quality creative training.

Money-Back Guarantee

Money-Back Guarantee

If you're not fully satisfied on the first day of your Adobe Illustrator course, let us know. We'll do our best to make it right—or refund you in full. No hassle, no risk.

Instalment Plans

Instalment Plans

Spread the cost of your training over 3, 6, or 12 months. Our instalment plans help make creative learning more accessible, with interest rates as low as 5%.

Meet Your Instructor

Szabina Zoller

Szabina Zoller

Szabina is one of the most talented and loved instructors, specialising in Adobe's design applications. As well as being an Adobe Certified Pro, her love for sharing her knowledge with others is what makes her an exceptional teacher.

Testimonials

Hear directly from professionals and teams who’ve trained with us, sharing their experiences and the impact our training has had on their creative journeys.

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PS / AI / ID

Advanced enough for intermediate learners

After completing this course, I’m much more confident designing brochures, posters, and detailed illustrations. My workflow is faster, and the overall quality of my work has noticeably improved.

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Salma WalkerPR Consultant

Very hands-on and structured training

After completing this course, I can confidently create vector illustrations, diagrams, and classroom visuals. Illustrator now feels far more intuitive, rather than overwhelming.

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Benjamin CollinsTeacher

Intermediate Illustrator training with real-world application

Through this course, I developed strong Illustrator skills, from designing detailed infographics to creating clear icons and diagrams. I apply what I learned directly to client work.

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Thomas LefèvreCopywriter

Practical Illustrator skills for real projects

This intermediate course pushed my Illustrator skills further, covering advanced vector drawing, text effects, and precise layout techniques. I now use the software confidently for interface design and detailed illustrations.

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Laura PellegriniUX Designer

Boosted my creative capabilities

My fashion illustration skills improved a lot, from building clean vector artwork to developing patterns and refining typography. The course struck a great balance between creativity and technical skill.

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Sophie WardFashion Student

Intermediate Illustrator course was very helpful

I’m now able to design detailed social media graphics, posters, and infographics with confidence. The practical structure made it an ideal progression from the beginner level.

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Natalie BarnesDigital Marketing Specialist

Clear and structured Intermediate Illustrator training

I learned more advanced Illustrator techniques such as working with gradients, layering artwork, and refining vector drawings. The difference in how professional my project work looks is very noticeable.

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Victoria LongStudent – Media & Publishing

Took my Illustrator skills to the next level

I’m now producing polished product icons, promotional materials, and digital illustrations with confidence. The skills from the course have become part of my daily business workflow.

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Bethany StoneSmall Business Owner

Excellent course for progressing designers

This course helped sharpen my Illustrator skills, particularly in vector artwork, typography, and overall composition. I now feel comfortable taking on more complex design tasks.

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Ben LawsonEditorial Assistant

Practical and engaging Illustrator course

With plenty of exercises and real-world examples, this training helped me create infographics, diagrams, and detailed illustrations much more efficiently.

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Mark EdwardsMarketing Coordinator

Intermediate Illustrator training exceeded expectations

Through hands-on exercises, I learned advanced Illustrator techniques such as clipping masks, gradient meshes, and precise shape alignment. The course helped me produce clean, professional digital graphics.

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Ella RichardsonGraphic Design Student

From beginner to competent Illustrator user

I learned how to use vector shapes, gradients, and blending modes to a much higher level. Designing polished logos, posters, and illustrations in Illustrator now feels natural rather than forced.

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Olivia StewartFreelance Designer

Boosted my confidence with Illustrator

I’m now comfortable creating detailed illustrations, icons, and infographics that look polished and professional. The hands-on approach made it easier to take on real design projects with confidence.

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Emma TaylorPublishing Assistant

Perfect progression from beginner to intermediate

This training took my Illustrator skills up, especially when it came to working with layers, refining pen tool accuracy, and improving typography. The difference in the quality of my marketing visuals is very noticeable.

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Aisha KhanMarketing Executive

Intermediate Illustrator course took my skills further

The Intermediate Adobe Illustrator course helped me go beyond the basics. I learned advanced vector tools, gradients, and more complex illustrations. Now I can produce professional-quality graphics and icons with confidence.

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Anika DesaiGraphic Designer

Clients

As well as creative individuals, we are also the preferred training provider for some of the most successful global brands and organisations.

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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
4
Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free

FAQs

Just a few of the common questions asked by our students.

  • No prior experience is required. Our courses guide you step by step, whether you’re completely new to vector graphics or looking to refine your existing skills.

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Contact us today to learn more about our courses and how we can help you achieve your creative goals.

Take your vector design further with our Adobe Illustrator Intermediate Training Course at Docklands Media. Designed for users with prior Illustrator experience, this course helps you refine your workflow and create more complex, professional-grade vector graphics, illustrations, and layouts with confidence.

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