Create a Digital Mood Board with Canva from Coursera

By the end of this project, you will learn how to create a Mood Board from scratch using the free version of Canva.

Mood boards are physical or digital collages that arrange images, materials, text, and other design elements into a format that’s representative of the final design’s style. Mood boards can be used for creating brand designs, product designs, website designs, and pretty much any other type of design project.

You will be able to incorporate a color scheme, images, and other design elements for aesthetically pleasing and value added business marketing collateral. We can use Canva to complete this project because it provides all the tools you need to create an organized and visually appealing product while offering a variety of options for sharing and collaboration. You will learn how to plan and organize your ideas and utilize graphic design tools as you create a Mood Board template for your next visual experience.

Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.

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Syllabus

Create a Digital Mood Board with Canva

By the end of this project, you will know how to use Canva to create a digital Mood Board from scratch that will serve as template for future projects.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops skills in visual design and marketing strategy, which are core skills for entrepreneurs and business professionals

Emphasizes hands-on techniques and provides access to practical tools like Canva

Suitable for beginners with no prior design experience

Project-based learning approach encourages practical application of skills

May not cover advanced design concepts or software in depth

Targeted towards individuals in North America

Career center

Learners who complete Create a Digital Mood Board with Canva will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Brand Manager

As a Brand Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing marketing campaigns that build brand awareness and drive sales. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will resonate with your target audience. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Marketing Manager

As a Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns across a variety of channels. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will capture the attention of your target audience. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Product Manager

As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for developing and launching new products. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will showcase your product's features and benefits. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Creative Director

As a Creative Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the creative vision of a company or organization. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will inspire and motivate your team. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Art Director

As an Art Director, you will be responsible for the visual design of a variety of marketing materials, such as mood boards, brochures, and websites. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials that will capture the attention of your target audience. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Graphic designer

As a Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for creating visual content for a variety of purposes, such as marketing materials, websites, and social media. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will communicate your message effectively. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Web Designer

As a Web Designer, you will be responsible for designing and developing websites. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will attract visitors to your website. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Social Media Manager

As a Social Media Manager, you will be responsible for creating and managing social media content for a variety of clients. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will engage your audience on social media. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Content Creator

As a Content Creator, you will be responsible for creating and publishing content for a variety of platforms, such as websites, blogs, and social media. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will capture the attention of your audience. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Marketing Consultant

As a Marketing Consultant, you will be responsible for providing marketing advice and services to a variety of clients. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will help your clients achieve their marketing goals. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Advertising Manager

As an Advertising Manager, you will be responsible for planning and executing advertising campaigns across a variety of channels. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will capture the attention of your target audience. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Public relations manager

As a Public Relations Manager, you will be responsible for managing the public image of a company or organization. This course will help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will communicate your message effectively to the public. You will also learn how to use Canva, a free online design tool, to create professional-looking marketing materials quickly and easily.

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Sales Manager

As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for leading and motivating a sales team to achieve sales goals. This course may help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will help your sales team close more deals.

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Customer Success Manager

As a Customer Success Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that customers are satisfied with your company's products or services. This course may help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will help you build relationships with customers and increase customer satisfaction.

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Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course may help you develop the skills you need to create visually appealing marketing materials, such as mood boards, that will help you communicate your project plans and progress to stakeholders.

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