Member Event: Canva for Design Workshop

Join me for a hands-on practical workshop to create professional, eye-catching designs without the need for graphic design experience.

In this engaging session, you’ll learn how to use Canva to design social media content, marketing materials, and branded assets that help your business stand out.

With expert guidance, step-by-step demonstrations, and plenty of time to practice, you’ll leave with ready-to-use visuals and the confidence to continue creating on your own.

Whether you’re new to Canva or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop is perfect for bringing your brand to life with ease.

Course Objectives:

• Learn how to create professional-looking designs for business branding
• Master Canva tools for social media, marketing materials, and presentations
• Customise templates to fit your brand identity
• Gain confidence in creating and scheduling visual content

Workshop Schedule

🕙 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Introduction & Setup

• Welcome and participant introductions
• Overview of Canva and its benefits for small businesses
• Setting up a Canva account (if not already done)

🕥 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM | Canva Basics & Branding Essentials

• Navigating the Canva dashboard
• Understanding brand identity (logos, fonts, colours)
• Uploading and using brand assets in Canva

☕ 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM | Coffee Break

🕚 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Creating Social Media Content

• Designing engaging posts for Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn
• Using templates, elements, and text effects
• Hands-on practice: Creating a post for your business

🍽️ 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break

🕜 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM | Marketing & Print Materials

• Designing business cards, flyers, and posters
• Customising templates for promotions & events
• Hands-on practice: Create a flyer or business card

☕ 2:15 PM – 2:30 PM | Afternoon Break

🕝 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Automation & Final Q&A

• Scheduling and repurposing content
• Exporting designs for print & digital use
• Open Q&A and feedback

Takeaways:

✅ A set of ready-to-use designs for your business
✅ Canva best practices for brand consistency
✅ A step-by-step guide for future designs