New Series Launch! What's Wrong with This Design? Let's Examine Real Cases and Identify Improvement Points! Free Seminars 'Design Fundamentals Vol.1 & Vol.2' on July 2 (Thu) and July 16 (Thu)

Creek & River Co. will host free online seminars titled 'What's Wrong with This Design? Design Fundamentals Vol.1 & Vol.2' on Thursday, July 2 and Thursday, July 16, targeting professionals working as designers in fields such as web, video, gaming, advertising, publishing, fashion, and interior design.

▼ Details and Registration for Vol.1 'Layout Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics]' https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/category/crv_event/175530/ ※ Deadline: July 2, 2026 (Thu) 8:30 PM

▼ Details and Registration for Vol.2 'Typography Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics]' https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/category/crv_event/175534/ ※ Deadline: July 16, 2026 (Thu) 8:30 PM

Design is not merely about creating visually appealing content; it is a strategic process used to achieve specific goals and objectives. It plays a crucial role across various domains, including product appearance and functionality, advertising, and the usability of websites and apps. Basic design knowledge is essential not only for graphic and web designers but also for video creators, directors, marketers, and all professionals engaged in creative work. In this seminar series, Keiichi Masuda—an expert active in operating design-related certification programs, developing educational materials, and teaching at vocational schools—will lead interactive webinars. Using real-world design examples, participants will collaboratively identify improvement points and learn design fundamentals through a question-based format.

The first session will focus on 'Layout Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics],' and the second on 'Typography Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics].' Those interested are encouraged to attend.

<Seminar Details> Vol.1: July 2 (Thu) 'Layout Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics]' Vol.2: July 16 (Thu) 'Typography Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics]'

<Ideal For> - Those who judge design quality based only on 'gut feeling' - Those who want to articulate how to improve designs - Those seeking to move beyond self-taught methods and systematically learn design fundamentals - Those aiming to elevate the quality of banners and web designs - Those who want to clearly explain design intentions to clients or team members - Those who feel uneasy about AI-generated outputs but cannot identify specific improvement points

What's Wrong with This Design? Design Fundamentals Vol.1: Layout Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics] Vol.2: Typography Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics]

Dates Vol.1: July 2, 2026 (Thu) 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM Vol.2: July 16, 2026 (Thu) 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location Online

Speaker

Keiichi Masuda Representative Director, General Incorporated Association for Fashion Industry Technical Inheritance Graduated from the Department of Design and Information, Faculty of Art and Design, Musashino Art University. He operates qualifications and develops educational materials and courses in textile design, graphic design, video production, and web design. During his tenure at Bunka Gakuen, a school corporation, he participated in government-commissioned projects, collaborating with industry, government, and academia on curriculum development.

Target Audience - Graphic Designers - Web Designers - Video Designers - Animators - Interior Designers - Fashion Designers - Industrial Designers - UI Designers - UX Designers - Marketers - Product Designers

Participation Fee Free

Capacity 60 participants per session

▼ Details and Registration for Vol.1 'Layout Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics]' https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/category/crv_event/175530/ ※ Deadline: July 2, 2026 (Thu) 8:30 PM

▼ Details and Registration for Vol.2 'Typography Knowledge Every Creator Should Know [Basics]' https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/category/crv_event/175534/ ※ Deadline: July 16, 2026 (Thu) 8:30 PM

<Related Information> ▼ Companies wishing to hire Mr. Masuda for training or lectures can inquire here: https://go2.creativevillage.ne.jp/l/924702/2023-05-23/qzmx4

▼ Details of PEC Training Services: https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/category/topcreators/web-creator/110965/

[Inquiries about this seminar] Creek & River Co., Ltd. PEC Office 'Design Fundamentals' Seminar Coordinator Email: pec_seminar@pr.cri.co.jp

Since its founding in 1990, C&R has been a pioneer in the creator agency space, supporting creators' career and skill development through joint corporate briefings, career counseling, and seminars. Going forward, under its mission of 'enhancing the lifelong value of professionals,' the company will continue to create environments where creators can fully utilize their abilities through various initiatives.

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▼ Other Design & Creative-Related Seminars https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/category/crv_event_category/crv_event_creative-design/

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