Course Outline
Getting Started: Exploring Your Canva Workspace
- Creating an account and signing in.
- An overview of the homepage and editor interface.
- Initiating projects from a blank canvas or an existing template.
Searching for Templates: Editing Safely
- Locating templates based on type and intended purpose.
- Swapping out placeholder text and imagery.
- Distinguishing between free and premium elements.
Essential Design Components: Text, Images, and Shapes
- Adding and repositioning text boxes.
- Inserting images and basic geometric shapes.
- Configuring page backgrounds.
Selecting Colours and Fonts: Ensuring Readability
- Choosing colour combinations that maintain visual clarity.
- Selecting fonts that suit the tone and target audience.
- Reusing consistent colours and fonts across designs.
Managing Your Own Files: Uploading and Organization
- Uploading photos from computers or mobile devices.
- Organizing uploads into structured folders.
- Reusing files across multiple design projects.
Creating Everyday Social Media Posts
- Understanding sizing requirements for popular social platforms.
- Designing simple layouts for announcements.
- Maintaining a consistent visual identity.
Designing Flyers, Notices, Invitations, and Certificates
- Creating simple flyers for events and promotional offers.
- Drafting notices and internal announcements.
- Designing invitations and basic certificates.
Building Simple Presentations and Short Documents
- Constructing a concise slide deck.
- Maintaining consistency in slide layouts.
- Creating one-page handouts and documents.
Photo Fundamentals: Cropping and Background Removal
- Cropping and resizing images.
- Straightening images and making simple adjustments.
- Removing backgrounds with a single click.
Canva AI Assistants: Tools for Beginners
- Using Magic Design for a quick start.
- Utilizing Magic Write for drafting short text.
- Reviewing and refining AI-generated suggestions.
Exporting and Sharing: Formats and Options
- Selecting the right file types for print or digital display.
- Downloading and saving your designs.
- Sharing work via links or invitations.
Your First Project: From Concept to Completed Design
- Planning the core message and identifying the audience.
- Constructing the design step by step.
- Performing final checks and exporting the file.
Requirements
- No prior design experience is necessary.
- Familiarity with basic computer operations and web browsing is required.
- A Canva account is needed (the free tier is adequate for most exercises).
Audience
- Administrative and support staff members.
- Assistants and coordinators responsible for producing everyday documents.
- Trainers and team members without a design background.
Testimonials (3)
What I liked most about the training was the technical color and video performance theory session. It helped me clearly understand the reasoning behind key production decisions, such as why specific frame rates are chosen for different types of videos and how particular color spaces impact visual quality and performance. Having this theoretical foundation made the technical concepts more meaningful and easier to apply in practical scenarios.
Jason Lee
Course - Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Animate, and Character Animator) for Beginners
Marko was very knowledgeable, friendly and explained in a very clear way. He also brought so many use cases, examples from his broad experience and was super interactive with us.
Delia Roxana Isfan-Stan
Course - Adobe Acrobat: PDF Creation and Editing
Marko’s openness to answer all our questions
