Canva for Business & Branding: For Beginners

Canva for Business & Branding: For Beginners

Design Professional, Branded Content — Even If You’ve Never Designed a Thing Before

By Academy of Success

Date and time

Fri, 16 May 2025 10:30 - 13:30 GMT+1

Location

Equitable House

Academy of Success, 2nd Floor Equitable House 7 General, Gordon Square London se18 6fh United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Canva for Business

A Hands-On Masterclass to Design Like a Pro — No Experience Needed
Delivered by the Academy of Success

Ready to level up your business branding — without needing a graphic designer?

This beginner-friendly masterclass is designed to help you confidently use Canva, the powerful (and free!) design tool, to create scroll-stopping content for your brand or business.

Whether you want to design your own flyers, social media posts, logos, or branded materials, we’ll show you how to do it all — step by step, at your pace, and with zero jargon.


You’ll Learn How To:

  • Navigate Canva like a pro (even if you’ve never used it before)
  • Create professional graphics for social media, flyers, quotes, and more
  • Use Canva templates to save time and stay on brand
  • Add your logo, colours, and fonts to build a strong brand identity
  • Design content that’s clear, clean, and made to sell
  • Use Canva’s free tools to create designs that look custom — not cookie cutter


You’ll Leave With:

  • A full set of custom designs ready to use in your business
  • Templates you can reuse again and again
  • A stronger brand look and feel across your content
  • Confidence to create your own materials moving forward


This session is perfect for:

  • Business owners, side hustlers & content creators
  • Beginners who want to learn Canva from scratch
  • Anyone tired of DIY designs that don’t look professional
  • People who want to save money on outsourcing graphics


Hands-On & Practical — Bring Your Laptop or Tablet

This is not a demo — you’ll design in real time with support, guidance, and feedback.
Please bring a laptop or tablet and have a free Canva account ready to go.

No graphic design experience? No problem.
We’ll show you how to create stunning, scroll-worthy content — even if you’ve never designed a thing before.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need any design experience to attend?

Nope! This masterclass is designed specifically for beginners. If you’ve never designed anything before, you’re in the right place. We break everything down step-by-step in a calm, supportive environment.

What is Canva, and do I need to pay for it?

Canva is a free, beginner-friendly design tool that lets you create everything from flyers to social media posts. You do not need the paid version to take part — we’ll be using the free version during the session.

What do I need to bring?

Please bring a laptop or tablet with internet access. You’ll be designing during the session, so we recommend having a free Canva account set up in advance. If you need help with that, we’re happy to assist before the session begins.

Will I learn how to create content that matches my brand?

Yes! We’ll walk you through how to add your own colours, logo, and fonts so your designs feel professional and consistent with your brand. You’ll even start building your own mini brand kit in Canva.

What types of designs will I be able to create after the session?

You’ll learn how to create branded templates for: Instagram and Facebook posts Flyers and posters Quotes, announcements, and promo graphics And any other visuals you need for your business

I’ve used Canva before but only a little — is this still for me?

Yes! Even if you’ve opened Canva before, this session will help you really understand how to use it properly and confidently. You’ll get design tips, layout guidance, and hands-on help to level up your content.

Can I ask questions during the session?

Absolutely. This is a practical, hands-on workshop. You’ll be guided every step of the way and can ask questions at any time.

Where is the session held?

At The Academy of Success, Equitable House, 9 General Gordon Square, London SE18 6FH 5 minutes from Woolwich Station (Elizabeth Line & Overground) Free parking nearby at Tesco (up to 3 hours)

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Academy of Success

Academy of Success is more than just a business hub—it’s a vibrant, supportive community dedicated to helping individuals turn their dreams into thriving realities. Based in the heart of Woolwich, we specialize in empowering aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and start-up's by providing the tools, resources, and inspiration they need to succeed.

At Academy of Success, we pride ourselves on our unique community-driven ethos. We believe that success is stronger when shared, which is why collaboration, connection, and growth are at the core of everything we do. Whether you’re just starting your business journey or looking to take your venture to the next level, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

What We Offer:

Workshops & Masterclasses: Tailored sessions on topics like starting a business, marketing, and digital product creation.

Business Mentoring: Personalised guidance to help you develop strategies and achieve your goals.

Co-working Spaces: Affordable, welcoming spaces for entrepreneurs and freelancers to work, connect, and grow.

Networking Events: Opportunities to build meaningful connections with like-minded individuals.

Specialised Programmes: From vision-setting sprints to accredited confidence coaching, we offer a variety of programs to suit every stage of the business journey.

Our Mission:

To create a space where ideas flourish, connections thrive, and business dreams become reality. With Academy of Success, you’re not just building a business—you’re becoming part of a community that grows together, learns together, and succeeds together.

Join us and experience what it means to rise together, because "Together We Rise, Together We Succeed."