The Social Media Content Creation with Canva course teaches learners how to design and execute engaging, platform-optimized campaigns for multiple social channels. Learners begin by mastering technical specifications and adapting content to the behaviors and expectations of different audiences across platforms. They then explore the principles of static content creation, applying visual storytelling and template systems to design posts that are both eye-catching and brand-consistent. Building on this foundation, the course introduces dynamic content creation—animations, carousels, and story sequences—equipping learners to capture attention and drive higher engagement.
Social Media Content Creation with Canva
Social Media Content Creation with Canva
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Beginner level
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3 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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Skills you'll gain
- Content Strategy
- Content Creation
- Animations
- Graphic Design
- Advertising Campaigns
- Social Media
- Marketing Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Social Media Strategy
- Branding
- Social Media Content
- Canva (Software)
- Social Media Campaigns
- Style Guides
- Drive Engagement
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There are 3 modules in this course
Master the critical technical and strategic foundations of cross-platform social media design. This module equips you with the platform specifications, user behavior insights, and optimization techniques needed to create professional content that performs effectively across Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. You'll develop the essential skills to adapt designs for each platform's unique requirements while understanding the "why" behind these differences—transforming technical constraints into strategic advantages for your social media presence.
What's included
1 video1 reading1 assignment1 ungraded lab
Transform your social media presence with attention-grabbing static designs that stop the scroll. This module explores the art and science of visual storytelling for social platforms, teaching you to create compelling graphics that communicate effectively in seconds. You'll learn to develop reusable template systems that maintain brand consistency while enabling efficient content creation, mastering techniques that balance visual impact with strategic messaging across different platforms.
What's included
1 video2 readings1 assignment1 ungraded lab
Elevate your social media engagement with dynamic content that captures and maintains audience attention. This module reveals why animated and multi-image content consistently outperforms static posts, providing you with practical techniques for creating simple animations, compelling carousels, and cohesive story sequences in Canva. You'll learn to develop strategic content arcs that build viewer investment across multiple touchpoints, turning casual scrollers into engaged followers through purposeful motion and visual narrative.
What's included
1 video2 readings1 assignment1 ungraded lab
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