Create social media content using Canva
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- Start Date: 16 Jun 2025End Date: 16 Jun 2025Mon (Daytime): 10:30 - 16:30In PersonFull fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
- Start Date: 29 Sep 2025End Date: 06 Oct 2025Mon (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 2 sessions (over -2 weeks)Course Code: CCANV10Tutors: Byron Johnson-BrownFull 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 dive into the essentials of creating visually engaging social media content using Canva. Whether you’re a small business owner, aspiring social media manager, or simply interested in elevating your online presence, this course will equip you with the skills to design impactful graphics for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Learn to navigate Canva’s user-friendly interface and create professional-quality content that stands out.
What will we cover?
Exploring Canva’s Templates:
• Get an overview of Canva’s layout and design options.
• Discover how to select and customise templates based on your target platform.
Uploading and Editing Images:
• Learn how to upload photos and use Canva’s editing tools to enhance your visuals.
• Use features like cropping, filters, and background remover to achieve a polished
look.
Adding Text and Typography:
• Understand text elements, choose fonts, and experiment with typography.
• Customise text using colours, alignment, and effects for added impact.
Working with Video Content:
• Discover how to upload and edit video clips in Canva.
• Add overlays and transitions to create dynamic video content for social media.
Branding and Exporting Your Designs:
• Explore options for using brand colours, logos, and customised graphics.
• Learn how to export your content in optimal formats for different social media platforms.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
• Confidently navigate Canva’s interface and select suitable templates.
• Upload and edit both images and video to enhance your social media content.
• Customise your designs with text and branding elements.
• Export high-quality visuals optimised for various social media channels.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with limited experience in design. No prior skills are required—just a keen interest in learning about digital content creation.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You’ll be guided through each step with hands-on demonstrations, practical exercises, and opportunities to ask questions. There is no homework, as the course is designed to ensure you can practise and refine your skills during the session.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no additional costs. We’ll provide you access to Canva Pro licence for the duration of this course.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Please click here to view all our courses in Digital marketing and Social media area and their progression 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.