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InDesign Adv Course

Achieve expert-level InDesign with advanced grids, GREP and production automation.

For experienced designers ready to work faster across complex, long-form documents.

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InDesign Adv course

InDesign Adv Course

InDesign Adv Course

Take a deep dive into the world of Adobe InDesign. Explore the power of GREP to automate text formatting and editing tasks.

Master the art of designing with grids, creating precise and visually attractive layouts. Discover sophisticated ways of combining text and graphics and gain valuable hints and tips from industry professionals on how to refine and improve your workflow.

This is an ideal course for those seeking to push the boundaries of Adobe InDesign.

Build up to this level with our InDesign Introduction and InDesign Intermediate courses.

Two Days

10:00 - 16:30 UK Time

Key Learning Points

  • Key Learning Points

  • Build advanced grid systems for stronger layouts
  • Create efficient typographic style systems
  • Clean and automate text formatting using GREP
  • Manage anchored objects and linked assets
  • Streamline production with scripts and automation

If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.

You'll need to have attended our InDesign Intro and Intermediate courses or have an equivalent working knowledge of InDesign.

Who is this course for?

For experienced InDesign users working on complex long-form documents. Requires our InDesign Introduction and Intermediate courses or equivalent working knowledge.

Course Dates

Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
6-7th Aug 26 Thu-Fri Online Available £549.00 £100.00 £449.00 + VAT
7-8th Sep 26 Mon-Tue London Islington SOLD OUT £549.00 £549.00 + VAT
1-2nd Oct 26 Thu-Fri London Islington Available £549.00 £70.00 £479.00 + VAT
26-27th Nov 26 Thu-Fri Online Available £549.00 £549.00 + VAT
No in-person dates available at the moment.
Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
7-8th Sep 26 Mon-Tue London Islington SOLD OUT £549.00 £549.00 + VAT
1-2nd Oct 26 Thu-Fri London Islington Available £549.00 £70.00 £479.00 + VAT
Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
6-7th Aug 26 Thu-Fri Online Available £549.00 £100.00 £449.00 + VAT
26-27th Nov 26 Thu-Fri Online Available £549.00 £549.00 + VAT
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Course Dates

6-7th Aug 26 (Thu-Fri)


Location:Online

Places: Available

RRP: £549.00

Discount: £100.00

You Pay: £449.00 + VAT

7-8th Sep 26 (Mon-Tue)


Location:London Islington

Places: SOLD OUT

RRP: £549.00

Discount:

You Pay: £549.00 + VAT

1-2nd Oct 26 (Thu-Fri)


Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £549.00

Discount: £70.00

You Pay: £479.00 + VAT

26-27th Nov 26 (Thu-Fri)


Location:Online

Places: Available

RRP: £549.00

Discount:

You Pay: £549.00 + VAT

Course Outline

1

Layout Logic and Design Grids

Using baseline grids to unify typography

Comparing document and text-frame grids

Combining row, column, and baseline grids

2

Typography and Style Systems

Creating sequential and nested styles

Refining complex numbered and multi-level lists

Generating and updating tables of contents

Adjusting hyphenation, justification, and composition settings

Combining paragraph and object styles

Applying Object Styles for consistent formatting

3

GREP Fundamentals and Text Cleanup

Introducing GREP and identifying when to use it

Using built-in presets and Find/Change patterns Applying GREP for cleanup tasks — spacing, punctuation, and consistency

Saving and reusing GREP searches

4

GREP Styles in Typography

Comparing GREP, Nested, and Sequential Styles

Embedding GREP logic within Paragraph Styles

Automating emphasis, dates, and special patterns

5

Anchored Objects and Text Integration

Anchoring graphics within flowing text

Adjusting offsets and text wrap options

Updating anchored content

6

Graphics, Images and Linked Assets

Importing and managing Photoshop and Illustrator links

Updating, relinking, and tracking assets

Applying Object Styles for visual consistency

7

Tables and Linked Data

Comparing static and linked tables

Optimising and managing imported data

Creating cell and table styles

Linking and updating Excel tables

8

Data-Driven Documents

Understanding best practices for clean CSV and text files

Setting up and mapping merge templates

Styling for consistent Data Merge formatting

Designing page layouts with multiple records

Recognising Data Merge limitations

9

Liquid Layouts and Adaptive Design

Understanding Liquid Layout principles

Exploring parent–child relationships

Applying Liquid Layout rules

Comparing Layout Adjustment, Liquid Layout, and Flex Layout

10

Scripts and Workflow Automation

Using scripts to streamline tasks

Accessing, installing, and running trusted scripts safely

Integrating scripted automation into everyday workflows

11

Accessibility Principles for Designers

Understanding why accessibility matters for digital publishing

Using InDesign tools for structure, reading order, and alt text

Preparing styles and images for accessible export

Exporting tagged PDFs with accessible structure

Recognising where InDesign’s accessibility role begins and ends

Career paths

Roles this course supports

People training on InDesign Adv often work in the careers below.

Who attends?

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Career Progressives

Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.

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Career Changers

People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.

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Graduates

Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.

Learn Your Way

Face to Face

Face To Face

Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.

Live Online

Live Online

Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.

Team Training

Team Training

Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.

Three Steps To Success

1

Identify Your Path

Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.

2

Learn With Experts

Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.

3

Earn Certification

Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.

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