Create promotional materials using Canva

Course Dates: 21/02/25 - 28/02/25
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Location: Keeley Street
Tutors: 
Byron Johnson-Brown
In this 6-hour hands-on course, you’ll learn to create visually appealing promotional materials using Canva, a versatile and user-friendly graphic design tool. Whether you’re a small business owner, marketer, or simply interested in building your design skills, this course will guide you through the essentials of designing engaging content for various platforms. From posters to social media graphics and brochures, you’ll gain the confidence to create professional-quality materials that represent your brand effectively.
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Create promotional materials using Canva
  • Course Code: CCANV31
  • Dates: 21/02/25 - 28/02/25
  • Time: 14:00 - 17:00
  • Taught: Fri, Daytime
  • Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)
  • Location: Keeley Street
  • Tutor: Byron Johnson-Brown

Course Code: CCANV31

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Fri, day, 21 Feb - 28 Feb '25

Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)

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What is the course about?

In this 6-hour hands-on course, you’ll learn to create visually appealing promotional materials using Canva, a versatile and user-friendly graphic design tool. Whether you’re a small business owner, marketer, or simply interested in building your design skills, this course will guide you through the essentials of designing engaging content for various platforms. From posters to social media graphics and brochures, you’ll gain the confidence to create professional-quality materials that represent your brand effectively.

What will we cover?

• Introduction to Canva’s interface and basic design tools.
• Creating a brand kit: colors, fonts, and logo integration.
• Customising templates for posters and flyers.
• Designing social media graphics to boost online engagement.
• Building brochures and infographics for detailed content.
• Exporting and sharing your designs in the best formats for different platforms.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

• Navigate Canva’s tools and select templates suitable for your needs.
• Upload images, and use graphics, and fonts to personalise your designs.
• Develop a cohesive brand kit and apply it to your promotional materials.
• Create high-quality visuals optimised for social media, and print.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is suitable for beginners with no prior design experience. It’s designed to help you build essential design skills with a focus on real-world application.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You’ll be guided step-by-step through demonstrations and hands-on activities, with opportunities for feedback and questions. No outside work is required, as all practice and creation will take place during the class.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There are no additional costs. Access to Canva Pro will be provided for the course duration, and for a few days afterwards giving you full access to advanced design features and resources.

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 Tutor Website

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.