Graphic Design Focus Package – CERTIPORT 1 Year
$99.00 for 1 year
Please purchase this using a CERTIPORT BrainBuffet 1 year access code. It will pay for 12 months of recurring access, after which the subscription will expire.
Instructor(s):
Joe Dockery
Joe Dockery is an Adobe Education Leader and has inspired educators coast to coast as they integrate technology tools and resources into the arts and media curriculum. He's received the Washington State Golden Apple Award, Radio Shack's Technology Teacher of the Year Award, both the "Best of the Best' and "Making IT Happen" awards from ISTE, and the Adobe Education Leader "Impact" Award.
Teaches:
- Adobe After Effects Certification Course
- Adobe Premiere 2023 Certification Course
Jonathan Gordon
Besides teaching English, Journalism and Social Studies over the past 29 years, Jonathan has taught Digital Media Technology and Computer Applications for both secondary and post-secondary students. Though specializing in the Adobe Suite, he has taught Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Web Design. Jonathan has been the recipient of the Sun-Sentinel Journalism Teacher of the Year as well as the Florida Scholastic Press Association District 7 Teacher of the Year. Jonathan is also an author and technical editor for several Adobe InDesign publications.
Teaches:
- Adobe InDesign 2023 Certification Course
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 Certification Course
Sam Pan
Hailing from Orlando, Florida is Sam Pan, BrainBuffet's Director of Innovation and Strategy. The last 10 years of Sam's life has been dedicated to good design and creating great experiences. Sam has worked in various professional roles in the design industry including print and digital graphics, UI/UX web design, photography and cinematography, editing, photomanipulation, 2D and 3D animation, and sound design. Easy to say that Sam is a man with many hobbies and passions, and his work at BrainBuffet and as an educator is fueled by his love for design and pedagogy!
Teaches:
- Adobe Lightroom
Carly Green
With a robust background in Secondary Education from the University of Idaho and a Master's in Educational Technology from Boise State University, our Media Technology instructor brings extensive knowledge and experience to Lakeside High School in Plummer, Idaho. She specializes in courses like Intro to Technology, Graphic Design, Commercial Photography, Video Production, and Journalism. Starting her career with Teach For America in 2015, she has become an Adobe Education Leader, integrating digital creativity into the classroom. Holding multiple Idaho teaching certificates and endorsements, she fosters a dynamic and innovative learning environment. Carly loves watching students get certified and creating digital projects applied to real-world scenarios. She also supports other teachers in the Pacific Northwest, especially in using ed-tech tools to create engaging lessons.
Teaches:
- Adobe Illustrator 2025 Certification Course
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 Certification Course
Eric Cornish
Eric Cornish – Creative Guy! Eric Cornish is a college professor and passionate creative with over 25 years of experience in graphic design and motion graphics. As an Adobe Digital Design Specialist, he holds certifications in all major Adobe design software and has trained thousands of students and educators in industry-standard tools and techniques. With extensive teaching experience, Eric has helped students develop their creative skills through hands-on projects and real-world applications. He believes in learning by doing, making design engaging, accessible, and fun. His approach empowers learners to bring their ideas to life with confidence. Whether working with students, educators, or creative professionals, Eric is dedicated to making design approachable and inspiring the next generation of designers.
Teaches:
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 Certification Course
- Adobe InDesign 2025 Certification Course
Nickolas Warner
My name is Nickolas Warner, and I’m a nature photographer, educator, and outdoorsman based in Utah. My focus in photography is to transport viewers to wild and extreme places they might not otherwise experience. Over the years, I’ve been honored to receive several awards, including Aurora Photographer of the Year and the RAW Planet Award. My work has also been featured in magazines, travel publications, and by major news outlets around the world.
Teaches:
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 Certification Course
Sarah Lawrence
Sarah Lawrence is a designer, illustrator, and strategist based in Atlanta, Georgia, with over 10 years of experience bringing creativity and clarity to complex ideas. She works with clients like Facebook, the Atlanta Regional Commission, and Midtown Alliance to design branding, editorial, research collateral, and installations — and sometimes invents entirely new formats such as the Analog Vending Machine and Living Infographics. Her work has been featured in Fast Company, Quipsologies, 99U, and HLN, and she has spoken at the Museum of Design Atlanta, TedX, and DesignMadison. When she’s not collaborating with clients, she enjoys following her curiosity into personal projects, gardening, and spending time with her dogs Cocoa and Peanut, her cat Lernie, and her many plants.
Teaches:
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 Certification Course
Isacc Yi
Isacc Yi is a multifaceted commercial photographer who has experience in product, branding, food and drinks, and portraiture. Apart from the actual process of taking photos, he also loves to get involved with set design and creating various props for whatever project he is working on. His goal in his work is to create captivating worlds that draw viewers in and tell a story. He is self-taught and has created his own opportunities to work with brands like Corkcicle, Mejuri, Angostura, and Harley-Davidson. When he’s not working, he enjoys playing video games, reading, watching movies, and working on personal projects.
Teaches:
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 Certification Course
Charles Gilbert
Charles Gilbert, a native in Canada, pursued a career in professional acting that brought an exciting time ranging from radio shows, commercials, and an international TV show where he met colorful celebrities along the way. A video gamer at heart, his 2nd career involved computer animation for TV commercials and video games for mobile phones. Minoring in education he always had a passion for teaching which led him now to teach video game design at Lake Worth High School in Palm Beach county where he is loved by his students, wife, and two kids.
Teaches:
- Adobe Photoshop 2025 Certification Course
Tommy Demos
Tommy Demos is a Professor of Film, Television & Digital Production who has been an active design professional and educator for over a decade. He holds an MFA in Film Production, a PhD in Leadership & Computer Information Security, and specializes in teaching video editing and motion design to students of all ages. Dr. Demos is a managing member of Wise Up Digital, a creative agency that provides digital production services to clients as well as design technology education to students and faculty across the nation.
Teaches:
- Adobe Premiere Pro 2025 Certification Course