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Shortcut to Brilliant: Adobe CS4 Launch Tour
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Learn everything you need to know about the new Adobe Creative Suite 4!
This one-day seminar brings the best of both worlds: in the morning, get an overview of what’s new in Adobe Creative Suite 4 directly from some of Adobe’s best presenters; in the afternoon, two tracks—design and web—given by renowned industry experts, provide in-depth information, tips and tricks, and productive techniques. Whether you’ve already upgraded to Adobe Creative Suite 4 or still deciding, this is your chance to get all the info you need!
Book your seat today:
Advanced Registration ends 12/23/08
Workshop attendees will receive
• Handout booklet
• 30-day trial to the Lynda.com Online Training Library™ ($25 value)*
• Access to video recording of both afternoon Print and Web sessions
*New subscribers only
About the Instructors
MORNING SESSION:
Noha Edell was an Adobe enthusiast long before joining Adobe Systems in 1996. With over 20 years experience in the prepress and graphics industry, her background includes operating her own training and consulting business, managing the educational services department for an Apple reseller, and working as an instructor at Parsons School of Design in New York. An unflappable, engaging presenter, she is a frequently requested and popular speaker at Adobe-sponsored events and industry and professional organizations’ conferences. AFTERNOON SESSIONS:
Brian Wood is an Adobe Certified Creative Suite Master, author of three books published by Peachpit Press, as well as numerous video titles for Lynda.com. As co-owner and Director of Training of eVolve Computer Graphics Training Inc., he is a seasoned web developer and trainer. Brian is also the host of the MOGO Media Web Design Podcast. He has provided training to clients like Nordstrom, REI, Costco, Starbucks, Nintendo and many others, and speaks regularly at national and regional events.
Chris Converse, a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology with a BFA in graphic design, has evolved into a multimedia designer and developer in the Philadelphia area over the past fifteen years, and has worked in the mediums of print, websites, animation, DVDs, photography, and package design. Chris brings real world project experience to the conference arena. His expertise in Adobe’s Creative Suite, is showcased through work-flows and the integration of the tools to get the job done and your meet deadlines.
Seminar Schedule
Registration opens 8:00
Shortcut to Brilliant: Adobe Creative Suite 4 (9:00 - 12:00)
Adobe Creative Suite 4 delivers tightly integrated software and services that measurably improve productivity and enable you to produce richly expressive work in print, web, interactive, video, audio, and mobile. Watch as some of Adobe’s most knowledgeable and dynamic presenters take you on an in-depth tour of the features in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks, Flash, Dreamweaver, Acrobat Pro, and more!
Adobe Creative Suite 4: Discussion Panel and Prizes (12:00 - 12:30)
Join renowned industry professionals in an interactive moderated discussion on the benefits of Adobe Creative Suite 4. In addition, win fabulous prizes including a copy of Adobe Creative Suite 4 Design Premium!
LUNCH ON YOUR OWN (12:30–1:45)
Design Track: Photoshop / Illustrator / InDesign (1:45 - 5:00)
Join Brian Wood for an unforgettable afternoon of professional insight, tips & tricks, and real world production techniques covering Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. The session will conclude with a question and answer period, so that you can learn everything you need to know about these powerful CS4 applications.
Web Track: Fireworks / Flash / Dreamweaver (1:45 - 5:00)
Join Chris Converse for an unforgettable afternoon of professional insight, tips & tricks, and real world production techniques covering Fireworks, Flash, and Dreamweaver. The session will conclude with a question and answer period, so that you can learn everything you need to know about these powerful CS4 applications.
Can’t choose which afternoon track to attend? As an attendee, you’ll have access to a video recording of both sessions, which you can watch online, at your leisure.
Location
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
655 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001Directions
Public Transportation
Please keep in mind that the public transportation fare is $2.00. The subways accept MetroCards. Buses accept MetroCards and exact change fares. With MetroCards you can transfer from subway to bus and bus to subway for one fare. MetroCards are available at the local stores.
Buses
M34:
Runs east/west on 34th Street. Stops on 11th Avenue outside the Javits Center and at Penn Station.
M42:
Runs east/west on 42nd street. Stops directly outside the Javits Center and at Grand Central Station.
Port Authority:
New Jersey Transit and other buses arrive at the Port Authority terminal at 42nd Street between 8th and 9th Avenues. The M42 will bring you from there to the Javits Center.
Trains
The following trains stop at 34th Street/Penn Station:
Amtrak, New Jersey Transit
8th Avenue: 
and The Long Island Rail Road
7th Avenue: 
and The Long Island Rail Road
6th Avenue: 
Lexington Avenue: 
The following trains stop at 42nd Street/Times Square (Broadway):
Metro North Railroad trains stop at Grand Central Station at 42nd Street between Lexington and Vanderbilt Avenues.
8th Avenue:
7th Avenue:
6th Avenue: ,
Lexington Avenue:
For further information, call MTA Travel info: 718.330.1234.
Parking
Central Parking System is the leading provider for parking services in the World. 11 convenient facilities located near the Javits Center. www.parking.com
305-319 W. 33rd St. (Between 8th and 9th Avenues)
444-6 10th Ave. (35th Street)
445 W. 35th St. (Between 10th & Dyer Avenues)
417 W. 35th St.(Between 9th and 10th Avenues)
416 W. 36th St.(Between 36th and Dyer Avenues)
433-9 W. 37th St.(Between 9th and 10th Avenues)
485 10th Ave. (37th Street)
513-521 9th Ave. (39th Street)
541 W. 38th St. (Between 10th and 11th Avenues)
For rates and Hours of Operation call 800-836-6666.
