Figma Pro Pt. 3: Advanced Typography, Masking & Media

Course Overview

Ready to unlock the full visual power of Figma? In this course, instructor Daniel Scott will have you explore advanced techniques in typography, image masking, video integration, color styling, and animation to elevate your design projects to a professional level. Whether you're enhancing a portfolio piece or working on a real-world UX/UI project, this course gives you the tools to create bold, expressive, and functional designs that impress. By the end of this course, you'll be able to: * Master advanced typography tools like variable type, leading trim, and curved text. * Create sophisticated masks using text, PNGs, luma, and vector shapes. * Integrate video, apply hover effects, and use animated playback controls in your prototypes. This course is perfect for learners who have completed Figma Essentials or Figma Pro Pt. 1–2, and are looking to sharpen their visual and interactive design skills. A working knowledge of Figma is required. You’ll also dive into using AI tools, advanced color systems, and collaborative style management—all while creating hands-on class projects to showcase your new superpowers. Instructor Bio: Daniel Walter Scott is a digital designer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and founder of Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL). With over 14 years of teaching experience, he has helped thousands of learners worldwide master design and creative software across print, web, video, and now 3D. Daniel is an Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Instructor who combines industry expertise with a teaching style that’s practical, engaging, and memorable. Originally from New Zealand, Daniel has lived and taught across Australia, Ireland, and beyond—sharing his skills with a truly global creative community. He’s passionate about helping students build real-world skills they can carry into their careers and creative projects. When he’s not teaching, Daniel enjoys life with his Irish wife and kids. He brings this personal, down-to-earth perspective into his courses, making complex tools feel approachable and fun to learn.