In this 1-hour long project-based course, you will learn how to create different Social Media graphics using Canva. We will use the Canva platform to create social media graphics using built-in templates and also from the scratch. This course includes Canva introduction, exploration of Canva dashboard, you will learn to use different elements from Canva, creation of social media posts using built-in templates, and from the scratch. You will also learn how you can download free images from third-party sites like Pixabay.
How to create Social Media graphics using Canva
How to create Social Media graphics using Canva
Instructor: Priya Jha
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4.8
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Beginner level
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1.5 hours
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Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
Learn to create social media graphics using built-in templates from Canva
Learn to create social media graphics from scratch using Canva
Learn to download free images from a third-party source like Pixabay
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Taught in English
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
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In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Introduction to the Project & Canva (7 min)
Design a Social Media Post from the Scratch (7 min)
Design a Real Estate Social Media Post using built in template from Canva (7 min)
Design a Grocery Store Social Media Post from Scratch (15 min)
Preview the designs and download it (3 min)
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Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
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No downloads or installation required
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5
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2021
It is a very good tool providing course for graphics and templates designing. All possible editing you imagine will done here. Love this Canva platform.
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Reviewed on May 30, 2024
The Canva course on creating social media graphics was super helpful, it was clear, practical and relevant, and I got so much value from it.
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