Create content using Canva AI
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- Start Date: 23 Jul 2025End Date: 23 Jul 2025Wed (Daytime): 10:30 - 16:30In PersonFull fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
- Start Date: 21 Nov 2025End Date: 21 Nov 2025Fri (Daytime): 10:00 - 17:00In PersonFull fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00
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What is the course about?
In this 3-hour interactive workshop, you’ll explore the innovative features of Canva AI to create unique and engaging content for your projects. Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or creative enthusiast, this course will help you leverage AI tools to elevate your design skills and produce eye-catching content quickly and efficiently.
What will we cover?
• Introduction to Canva AI tools and their applications.
• Using AI for generating and customising design ideas.
• Uploading and editing images with AI-assisted tools.
• Customising text and experimenting with AI-driven typography.
• Creating simple animations and dynamic content using Canva AI.
• Best practices for exporting and sharing AI-generated designs.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Understand the core features of Canva AI and how to apply them.
• Generate and modify templates using AI-powered design tools.
• Create and edit images and text with AI enhancements.
• Produce and export visually appealing content optimised for various platforms.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for beginners and those with basic design knowledge. No prior experience with AI tools is required, though familiarity with Canva is beneficial.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You’ll be guided through live demonstrations, hands-on activities, and real-time feedback. The course is designed for all practice and learning to take place within the session, so no homework is necessary.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no additional costs. Access to Canva Pro and AI tools will be provided during the course and for a few days afterwards for you to practice your skills.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Please click here to view our Canva courses.
Disclaimer: Use of Third-Party Software
This course might require you to either use your own personal account or create an account for the purposes of this course. City Lit cannot accept any responsibility for any failings of the third party or provide technical support. Whilst using the software you will be responsible for abiding by the providers terms and conditions and maintaining your own work.
Byron Johnson Brown is a policy and digital marketing professional with expertise in social media strategy, digital health, and innovation. He is a Certified Management & Business Educator with additional qualifications in Project, Programme and Portfolio Management. Byron has served as an Expert External Adviser, and local VCSE Trustee. Byron has utilised his early degree in Entrepreneurship and Media Management to develop award winning impactful policy and strategy outputs. Recognised as a NHS Digital Pioneer Fellow, he has led public health campaigns that utilise digital platforms such as LinkedIn, Spotify, and YouTube to drive positive change. In 2021, Byron’s work was also recognised with the prestigious Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Award for impactful and dynamic leadership. With a MSc focused on leadership and digital professional identity, Byron’s interdisciplinary approach equips students with the practical skills to succeed in today’s digital landscape.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.