Training Course in Visual Content Creation Using Canva

Training Course in Visual Content Creation Using Canva

This hands-on program is designed to equip participants with the skills to create a wide range of branded visual content, from animated videos to static carousel posts.

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Course Overview

Course Summary

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Introduction

 

This training program is designed to equip participants with the skills to create a wide range of branded visual content, from animated videos to static carousel posts.

 

Designed for beginners and small business owners, the course covers design fundamentals, Canva tools, and step-by-step poster creation for polished, ready-to-share visuals.

 

 

Duration

 

5 days

 

 

What You Will Learn

 

  • Developing both professional animated videos and static designs, like carousel posts
  • Applying branding and optimizing your work for different social media platforms
  • Editing tools: trimming, layering, animating, and timing
  • Using audio (music, narration, sound effects) effectively
  • Storyboarding and scripting for short videos
  • Working with templates and brand kits

 

 

Who Should Attend

 

This course is ideal for:

 

  • Freelancers, marketers, and small-business owners creating promotional material
  • Educators and students designing flyers and display boards
  • Beginners seeking practical, rapid design learning

 

 

Learning Outcomes

 

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

 

  • Confidently navigate Canva's interface, design with templates, and incorporate brand elements.
  • Master the creation of professional and eye-catching carousel and poster designs for platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn.
  • Create compelling video content by applying animations, transitions, and audio, and learn how to use Canva's AI tools.
  • Optimize designs for different social media platforms to maximize engagement.

 

 

Training Approaches

 

  • Instructor-led training (ILT)
  • Hands-on sessions
  • Demonstration-based learning
  • Project-based learning (PBL)
  • Guided template customization
  • Collaborative learning
  • Step-by-step design walkthroughs
  • Question & answer (Q&A) sessions

 

 

Course Requirements

 

  • A laptop or desktop computer
  • Stable internet connection
  • Basic familiarity with using a browser and navigating websites
  • Access to a Canva account (free or Pro – Pro not required, but beneficial)
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Course Modules

Module I: Canva Fundamentals & Design Essentials

 

  • Navigating the Canva Interface and Workspaces

  • Understanding and Using Templates

  • Incorporating Brand Elements (logos, colors, fonts)

  • Introduction to Basic Design Principles (layout, typography, color theory)

 

 

Module II: Designing Single and Multi-Slide Posters

 

  • Planning and Creating Effective Posters

  • Designing Multi-Slide Carousel Posts

  • Mastering Image Editing and Photo Enhancements

  • Best Practices for Text and Visual Hierarchy

 

 

Module III: Introduction to Animated Content

 

  • Understanding the Animated Content Pipeline

  • Developing a Video Storyboard and Shot List

  • Creating a Video Project in Canva

  • Working with Multiple Video and Image Layers

 

 

Module IV: Creating Dynamic Videos

 

  • Applying Animations and Page Transitions

  • Integrating Audio and Music to Enhance Videos

 

 

Module V: Finalizing & Publishing

 

 

  • Exporting and Optimizing Content for Different Platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok)

  • Final Project Workshop: Creating an Animated Video and a Carousel Post

  • Peer Review and Group Feedback

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  • Adding Voice-Over and Sound Effects

  • Using Canva's AI Tools to Generate Content

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Course Administration

Methodology

This instructor-led training course is delivered using a blended learning approach comprising presentations, guided practical sessions, web-based tutorials, and group work.

Accreditation

Participants will receive a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion.

Training Venue

Held at the Tech For Development Training Centre.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.
Email: letstalk@techfordevelopment.com
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

Customised training available.

Payment

Send proof of payment to letstalk@techfordevelopment.com.

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