Creating Stunning Designs Using Canva's Magic Features
About Me
A course by Roger Coles , Guides in using Canva's design tools
Joined October 2022
Joined October 2022
About the video: About Me
Overview
“First, let me tell you how I got started on this wild Canva adventure and how Canva relates to the work I do at my social designer.”
In this video lesson Roger Coles addresses the topic: About Me , which is part of the Domestika online course: Creating Stunning Designs Using Canva's Magic Features. Master Canva's Magic features for stunning social media design using AI tools and techniques.
Partial transcription of the video
“Hi there, my name is Roger Coles and I'm a social media designer based in Washington, DC. My background is a little unusual as I graduated college with a degree in religion. I sort of stumbled into graphic design because I was a pastor and serving in a church designing visual communication pieces for my local youth group. My main goal was that the youth group had a lot of different events and we needed to create things like registration forms and brochures to let people know about these events. So I caught the bug for design and started doing a whole lot more of it. I always sort of had thi...”
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Course summary for: Creating Stunning Designs Using Canva's Magic Features
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Graphic Design, Social Media, Social Media Design
Roger Coles
A course by Roger Coles
Roger Coles is a seasoned Social Media Designer based in Washington, DC, with a unique journey into the design world. Initially graduating with a degree in Religion, Roger found his passion for visual storytelling while serving as a pastor. His creative journey began with designing brochures and graphics using Photoshop, which quickly expanded to video editing and web design. This diverse skill set allowed him to work with prominent brands such as YouVersion and GoDaddy. Roger's innovative approach caught the attention of Canva, leading to his participation in their "Canva Creator" program and further showcasing his talent at global events.
Roger's design philosophy centers around authenticity and innovation, inspired by diverse influences from the design and music industries. His work seamlessly blends creativity with strategy, helping clients communicate their unique brand identities. His ability to adapt and thrive in the face of change has been a hallmark of his career, especially when transitioning from a pastoral role to full-time design work. Today, Roger uses Canva daily to create engaging content for social media channels and clients, driven by a commitment to making design accessible and enjoyable for all.
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