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nva Introduction 1 Day
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This 1-day Canva Essentials course introduces you to the tools and features of this versatile, user-friendly design platform. You'll learn how Canva simplifies content creation with its drag-and-drop interface, extensive template library, and collaboration tools. Whether you're designing social media graphics, marketing materials, or presentations, this course will help you create professional-quality visuals quickly and effortlessly.

Canva is ideal for marketers, content creators, small business owners, and anyone looking to design eye-catching visuals without advanced skills. We’ll guide you through the workspace, working with templates, text, and images, and customising designs to match your brand.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

Navigate the Canva interface and key tools
Create stunning social media posts, flyers, and presentations
Customise templates, fonts, and brand elements
Edit images, remove backgrounds, and apply effects
Export and share your designs efficiently
Our goal is to equip you with the skills to create visually compelling content with ease, whether for digital marketing, business branding, or personal projects.

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This course is ideal for marketers, social media managers, small business owners, content creators, educators and anyone looking to create professional-quality designs quickly and efficiently without advanced design skills.

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The following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking.

Getting Started with Canva
Introduction to Canva and Its Uses
Understanding the Cloud-Based Workflow
Exploring the Interface and Key Features
Setting Up Your Canva Account
Customising Preferences and Branding
Creating Designs with Templates
Using and Customising Pre-Made Templates
Creating Social Media Graphics
Designing Posters, Flyers, and Marketing Materials
Working with Brand Kits for Consistency
Working with Text and Typography
Adding and Formatting Text
Applying Text Effects and Animations
Using Font Pairing for Professional Design
Creating and Saving Text Styles
Managing Images and Graphics
Importing and Editing Images
Using Canva’s Free and Pro Media Libraries
Applying Filters and Enhancements
Removing Backgrounds with One-Click Tools (Pro Feature)
Using Elements, Icons, and Brand Assets
Adding and Customising Shapes
Using Icons and Illustrations
Applying Brand Colours and Logos
Aligning and Arranging Elements
Creating Engaging Video and Animation
Introduction to Video Creation in Canva
Adding and Editing Video Clips
Applying Motion Effects and Transitions
Adding Music and Voiceovers
Exporting and Sharing Designs
Exporting Projects for Social Media and Print
Downloading and Sharing Files
Collaboration and Team Sharing Features
Best Practices for File Formats
Practical Project & Q&A
Creating a Custom Design from Scratch
Optimising Workflow for Efficiency
Final Review and Feedback
Q&A Session with Expert Guidance

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