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Visual elements are critical components in effective communication and presentation. The importance of imagery and how it relates to branding, memory recall, and awareness cannot be underestimated. Whether it's a document, presentation, or video, using one relevant image can replace an entire section of text and be more impactful.

This course, part of the Communication Skills Professional Certificate program, is an introduction to key principles, best practices, and ethics of visual communication for professionals who are not designers by trade. Learners will practice creating visual communication that seeks to educate, inform, persuade, and/or entertain specific target audiences. You will also analyze visual messages appearing in a variety of media and digital platforms.

What you'll learn

How to utilize best practices for presenting quantitative data using images
How to incorporate basics of visual design in everyday workplace presentations
How to select impactful and appropriate images for various audiences to support your message
How to understand visual hierarchy and other text-to-image relationships

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How to utilize best practices for presenting quantitative data using images
How to incorporate basics of visual design in everyday workplace presentations

How to select impactful and appropriate images for various audiences to support your message
How to understand visual hierarchy and other text-to-image relationships

How to utilize best practices for presenting quantitative data using images
How to incorporate basics of visual design in everyday workplace presentations
How to select impactful and appropriate images for various audiences to support your message
How to understand visual hierarchy and other text-to-image relationships

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Develops key principles, best practices, and ethics of visual communication for professionals who are not designers by trade

Taught by Kari Cameron

Examines how imagery relates to branding, memory recall, and awareness

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Learners who complete Visual Presentation will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

UX Designer

UX Designers research, design, and evaluate the user experience of products and services. This course would be helpful for UX Designers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create user interfaces that are both effective and visually appealing.

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Graphic designer

Graphic Designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. This course would be helpful for Graphic Designers because it would teach them how to incorporate the basics of visual design into their work.

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Web Designer

Web Designers create and maintain websites. This course would be helpful for Web Designers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create websites that are both effective and visually appealing.

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Motion Graphic Designer

Motion Graphic Designers create visual content that is used in videos, films, and other media. This course would be helpful for Motion Graphic Designers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create engaging and effective motion graphics.

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Information Architect

Information Architects design and organize websites and other digital products. This course would be helpful for Information Architects because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create websites and digital products that are both effective and visually appealing.

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Social Media Manager

Social Media Managers develop and execute social media strategies to promote products or services. This course would be helpful for Social Media Managers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create social media content that is engaging and effective.

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Art Director

Art Directors are responsible for the visual presentation of marketing materials, including print ads, websites, and social media campaigns. This course would be helpful for Art Directors because it would teach them how to use visual elements effectively to communicate their message.

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User Experience Researcher

User Experience Researchers research how users interact with products and services. This course would be helpful for User Experience Researchers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create user interfaces that are both effective and visually appealing.

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Multimedia Artist

Multimedia Artists create visual content using a variety of media, including photography, video, and graphic design. This course would be helpful for Multimedia Artists because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create engaging and effective multimedia content.

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Photographer

Photographers use visual elements to create photographs that communicate stories and ideas. This course would be helpful for Photographers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create engaging and effective photographs.

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Videographer

Videographers use visual elements to create videos that communicate stories and ideas. This course would be helpful for Videographers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create engaging and effective videos.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote products or services. This course would be helpful for Marketing Managers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create marketing materials that are engaging and effective.

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Museum curator

Museum Curators research, acquire, and preserve museum collections. They also develop and implement educational programs and exhibitions. This course would be helpful for Museum Curators because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create engaging and educational museum exhibits.

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Public relations manager

Public Relations Managers develop and implement public relations campaigns to build and maintain a positive image for their organizations. This course would be helpful for Public Relations Managers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to communicate their message to the public.

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Art teacher

Art Teachers teach students about art and how to create visual art. This course would be helpful for Art Teachers because it would teach them how to use visual elements to create engaging and effective lesson plans.

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