Publisher
Affinity Publisher Introduction
Build multi-page documents with confidence. Learn master pages, styles, typography and print-ready export in this 2-day hands-on course.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
Introduction level
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Private / bespoke course
Select a date that suits you or your team.
Content fully customised. We'll quote based on group size, location and any bespoke material you'd like covered.
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Who this course is for
This course is ideal for graphic designers, marketers and content professionals who are new to Affinity Publisher and want to create professional multi-page documents such as brochures, magazines or marketing materials. No prior page layout experience is required—just basic computer skills and a desire to master an industry-standard alternative to InDesign.
Prerequisites
No prior experience needed.
What you'll learn
Exploring the Affinity Publisher interface and publishing workflows, enabling confident navigation of tools, panels and workspace layouts.
How to set up publications for print or digital use, empowering you to create perfectly formatted professional documents every time.
Understanding page setup with columns, grids and facing pages, helping you establish consistent layouts for lasting visual impact.
Creating and applying Master Pages and branding elements, enabling visually unified multi-page documents and repeatable corporate branding.
Integrating and managing text frames, styles and typography, helping ensure polished communication and improved readability in all your publications.
How to incorporate, edit and optimise images and graphics, enabling effective visual storytelling with high-impact infographics and layouts.
Applying classic and modern composition techniques, empowering you to produce brochures, flyers or reports that always look professional.
Improving your efficiency in managing complex projects and workflows, helping you deliver polished publications much more quickly and reliably.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Affinity Publisher and the Digital Publishing Landscape
- Understanding Affinity Publisher's role in publishing, design and marketing
- Navigating the interface: workspaces, panels, toolbars and document management
- Exploring real-world case studies from content creation, marketing and business communication
Setting Up Your First Publication
- Creating new and preset documents for print (with bleeds/margins) and digital projects
- Exploring page setup: facing pages, columns, grids and guides for consistent layout
- Managing Master Pages for branding consistency and recurring elements
Working with Text, Typography and Styles
- Inserting and threading text frames throughout a publication
- Using text wrapping, paragraph and character styles and best practices for readability
- Integrating branding: colour swatches, custom fonts and typographic hierarchy
Incorporating Images and Graphics
- Placing images: frames, linking vs. embedding and managing resources
- Adjusting images for print quality: resolution, format (CMYK/RGB) and cropping
- Using shape tools creatively for infographics and branded layouts
Layouts and Composition Essentials
- Applying classic and modern layout principles (using grids, guides and visual hierarchy)
- Grouping, aligning and distributing elements for clean, professional design
- Industry examples: designing flyers, multi-page brochures or internal reports
Hands-on Project: Designing a Brochure or Flyer
- Step-by-step creation of a marketing brochure or flyer, from brief to export
- Applying branding, text, images and advanced layout features
- Interactive review and peer feedback
Exporting and Publishing for Print and Digital
- Exporting to print-ready PDFs: colour profiles, bleeds, crops and preflight checks
- Exporting for digital use: optimised images and interactive PDFs
- Best practices for collaboration with commercial printers and digital teams
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Frequently asked questions
Is this Affinity Publisher Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to Affinity Designer or have been using Designer for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Designer. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Affinity Publisher Introduction course?
Our Affinity Publisher Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using Designer throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be inviting questions and supporting you through each step.
How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the Affinity Publisher Introduction course?
For private classes in Affinity Publisher Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the Affinity Publisher Introduction course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the Affinity Publisher Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our Affinity Publisher Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Affinity Publisher Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Affinity Publisher Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
Reviews
Just finished a bespoke course in Photoshop and AI. Learned an awful lot. My trainer was very knowledgeable and was very happy to answer lots of questions that I had throughout. Highly recommend.
Rachel P — June 2026
Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course.
Quadrotech — June 2026
The trainer was excellent. He kept the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get clarifications. The pleasant office is well situated, so easy to find and get to.
UNICEF — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Our trainer shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples.
Adobe — June 2026
The training was great, thank you. My trainer was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with new knowledge and skills. And thanks for sending the materials across.
Live Union — June 2026
Our trainer was great. Very knowledgeable and also flexible with adjusting to our very specific questions and scenarios. I learned loads and look forward to using my new Figma skills.
Adobe — June 2026
One of the better training sessions I've had in years. I highly recommend anyone who wants to learn more about Figma, but also any other Adobe Creative Cloud application, to take courses here.
Adobe — June 2026
I wish all training courses were run this well!
RPS Design — June 2026
The course was excellent - exactly to my company's needs. All questions were answered and concepts explained very clearly.
Hannah Griffiths — June 2026
First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
MOD — June 2026
We found the course very useful and wished that we had more time. I was really impressed by our trainer's expertise in software that's being updated very frequently.
Baillie Gifford — May 2026
Very thorough course and enthusiastic trainer who was very helpful and responsive to individual needs.
NVIDIA — May 2026
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Gallagher — May 2026
Great course! Instructor went at a good pace and broke down complex functions into simple steps.
Adam W — May 2026
The trainer's knowledge was very strong and he was able to answer all my questions. Admin staff were very friendly and helpful.
VCCP — May 2026
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The White Company — May 2026
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Learnt so much - great training! Thank you
John R — May 2026
Probably the best course I have been on. Very thorough and entertaining.
Cancer Research UK — May 2026
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