Design in English

A course for Russian-speaking designers who want to level up their Designer English
300 $/25 000 ₽
6 sessions
Start: June, ??
Ivan Vasin / Shuka Design / Course curator
Language requirement: Intermediate English proficiency (B1—B2) or higher
This course is tailored for designers who wish to improve their professional English, focusing on design-specific communication. Participants will engage in lectures, practical exercises, and discussions. All conducted in English.
Course program
Pitching Techniques
Learn how to confidently pitch your design ideas to clients and stakeholders with clarity and impact
Work Critique Workshops
Engage in studio-style project workflows, guided by art director feedback to refine your creative process
Self-Presentation
Train in project presentation techniques (prepared and on-the-spot), identify and correct common mistakes
European Studio Workflows
Explore project management in European studios, including task distribution, collaboration, and feedback culture
Professional Design Terminology
Build a robust design vocabulary and create a personalised glossary to enhance your day-to-day professional communication
Interview
Simulate common interview scenarios and receive feedback to boost your performance
Pitching Techniques
Learn how to confidently pitch your design ideas to clients and stakeholders with clarity and impact
Work Critique Workshops
Engage in studio-style project workflows, guided by art director feedback to refine your creative process
Self-Presentation
Train in project presentation techniques (prepared and on-the-spot), identify and correct common mistakes
European Studio Workflows
Explore project management in European studios, including task distribution, collaboration, and feedback culture
Professional Design Terminology
Build a robust design vocabulary and create a personalised glossary to enhance your day-to-day professional communication
Interview
Simulate common interview scenarios and receive feedback to boost your performance
Yana Etkina / Holystick
  • 6

    weeks

    6 live sessions, lecture materials, language practice, and short design tasks

  • 6

    tutors

    The course is delivered by practicing art directors and senior designers with extensive experience in working with English-speaking clients and teams

  • + Duos app

    The course is partnered with the Duos app, which helps you practice job interviews with simulated employers. All students get free access to the app

Duos app
Duos is a smart and fun way to prepare for job interviews. Students get full access to the app throughout the course and for one month afterward. For more details, visit the Duos website.
  • The app uses AI to simulate real mock- interviews with 64 different virtual interviewers, each with their own personality and style.
  • As you practice, you follow a storyline that keeps you engaged and motivated. It’s not just questions and answers.
  • Duos is built by professionals for professionals to help you track your progress, understand your strengths, and become clear and confident in every interview.

Tutors

Creative Director, Partner at Shuka Design, and Instructor at the British Higher School of Art and Design. Curator of the course
Creative Director, Partner at Holystick Studio, Instructor at the British Higher School of Art and Design
Graphic designer and illustrator, ex-Art Director at Shuka Design, Senior Designer in Saffron, London
Marisha Gladysheva
Co-founder and CMO at Duos, Author of the idea, illustrations and animations in the app. Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Matthew Gladyshev
Senior engineering leader in global fintech. Expert in AI products, architecture, and cross-cultural teams. Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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Enrollment is now open for the first group. The course starts on June, ??. Your spot is reserved after payment.
300 $
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25 000 ₽
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Course program

Sasha Koltsov / Saffron

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