Editorial Design with InDesign: Turning stories in pages
A course by BOB DesignGraphic designer
A course by BOB Design, Graphic designer
From typography to cover design, create a printed book from your story.
Delve into the art of structuring and arranging content to create engaging publications that leave a lasting impact on your readers. Throughout the course, you'll be guided by Mireille Burkhardt, a seasoned graphic designer renowned for her expertise in book design.
In this online course, you'll discover the power of storytelling through editorial design. You'll unravel the secrets behind effective content structuring and learn how to amplify its personality, making it more memorable. By understanding the narrative behind each publication, you'll master the art of creating beautiful books that truly come to life.
Mireille will introduce you to the fundamentals of editorial design, from exploring the InDesign grid system to defining the concept that drives your project. Through practical exercises, you'll develop your skills in formatting content, selecting typography, integrating images and text, and designing striking covers. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and techniques needed to translate your ideas into stunning printed publications.
What will you learn in this online course?
13 lessons & 12 downloads
Telling Stories through Editorial Design
10 minutes, 40 seconds
Mock-ups With Paper
10 minutes, 33 seconds
InDesign: Setting Up the Grid
8 minutes, 7 seconds
The Typography
14 minutes, 37 seconds
Populating with Images and Text
16 minutes, 25 seconds
The Cover Design
17 minutes, 29 seconds
What's included in this course?
To start, you'll dive into the art of storytelling through editorial design. Discover how to shape your content and bring it to life by utilizing the InDesign grid system effectively. After gaining a solid understanding of the design fundamentals, you'll move on to exploring the nature of a project's content and defining its concept.
Next, it's time to put your ideas into practice. You'll create mock-ups using paper and learn how to set up your layout in InDesign. Guided by Mireille, you'll delve into the world of typography, selecting the perfect fonts to complement your designs. Then, you'll master the art of seamlessly integrating images and text to create visually appealing and engaging pages.
As you progress, you'll delve into the final stages of the design process. You'll tackle the design of the cover, ensuring it captivates readers and reflects the essence of your publication.
Finally, you'll learn how to set the type, check your document, and export it for printing. Mireille will also share insights into her own printing techniques, offering alternative options for bringing your designs to life.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Create a printed book adaptation of Mireille Burkhardt's studio, BOB Design's, Instagram. You're not limited to this theme—you have the freedom to choose any story that inspires you. Through thoughtful layout and engaging design, you'll create a printed book that showcases your creativity and ability to structure content effectively.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
For anyone interested in learning how to translate their ideas into visually stunning layouts and printed publications. Whether you're a graphic designer looking to expand your skills or an aspiring designer eager to explore the world of editorial design.
Requirements and materials
No prior experience in editorial design is required. Mireille Burkhardt will guide you through the fundamentals, making the course accessible to beginners.
You'll need access to InDesign, a creative mindset and a passion for design. Grab a notebook and pen to jot down ideas, sketch layouts, and reflect on your progress throughout the course.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
Excellent course, thank you so much! :)
- 5 months ago
Es muy completo, explica que se puede crear un libro desde muchas perspectivas y da la importancia a cada detalle que sea entrañable y vaya con la identidad del material.
- 5 months ago
Me gustó y aprendí
- 5 months ago
Un po' prolisso come introduzione, oltre che poco "relatable".
- 5 months ago
Un peu difficile à transférer sur un projet personnel.
Over the course of her career, Mireille has undertaken a wide range of projects, spanning brand identity, print, digital, exhibition, and packaging design. Her portfolio boasts notable accomplishments, including the Frida Kahlo exhibition for the V&A, book designs for Swiss photographer Robert Bösch, and the rebranding of Bubu. Mireille's work has been recognized and awarded by prestigious institutions such as D&AD.
With a passion for combining craft with concept, Mireille's expertise lies in editorial design. Her ability to structure content, select typography, and create captivating layouts has made her a sought-after designer in the industry.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Getting to Know the Grid and Defining Ideas
- Telling Stories through Editorial Design
- InDesign: The Grid
- The Research
- The Concept
- U3
Creating and Populating the Layout
- Mock-ups With Paper
- InDesign: Setting Up the Grid
- The Typography
- Populating with Images and Text
- The Cover Design
- U4
Preparing and Printing
- Getting the Document Ready for Print
- Printing Methods
- FP
Final project
- Editorial Design with InDesign: Turning Stories in Pages
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for intermediate graphic designers who want to deepen their editorial and book design skills, especially using grid systems and InDesign.
You will need Adobe InDesign and Photoshop for layout and image editing, as well as access to Miro for digital research boards. Basic familiarity with these tools is recommended.
You’ll learn how to develop concept-led designs, create book layouts using grids in InDesign, select materials, prototype covers, and prepare print-ready files, all while integrating research and narrative structure.
Yes, the course provides in-depth training on setting up custom grids, aligning content, and creating flexible editorial layouts in InDesign, including column, row, and modular grids.
No prior experience with book binding or print production is required; the course will introduce key techniques and guide you through material selection, mockups, and preparing documents for print.
Yes, the course teaches book cover design techniques, including working with paper samples, sketching binding options, and creating physical and digital mockups.
Absolutely. The course emphasizes developing strong, clear concepts as the foundation for all editorial and branding projects, including rebranding, packaging, and invitation design.