I do not have a degree in graphic design or layout. However I my role as a youth director I have spent many years creating graphics, social media posts, newsletters, flyers, and posters.
Just a few years ago the only way to get really professional quality results was to have a good computer and a professional program like Adobe indesign.
But now that has all changed. In recent years a slew of phone, iPad and web based programs have come along to offer professional looking designs that are easy to create by almost anyone.
Though I have tried many, there is one that has become my go to app for everything graphic related. That is Canva!
Canva provides you the ability to create graphics for instagram stories, posters, Facebook posts, fliers, handouts, brochures. It even allows you to schedule and publish content to Facebook twitter, pinterest and more.
One of the best things is that canva is available to use on your computer, iPad and iPhone. Though I will have to say it is easiest to use, and has the most funcitonalty on your computer. For quick graphics on my phone I will still utilize adobe spark post.
I am still learning what all can be done with canva. Which is why I am glad to welcome Brent Aiken to the UMYLEAD Team. Brent has used Canva for years to create graphics for his youth ministry, and his graphic design business.
Brent has already started creating an ever growing list of Canva How To videos that will walk you through all the steps of how to Use Canva in your youth ministry.
His first video covers everything from how non-profits can get canva pro for free and then a basic overview of everything you can do with canva.
Brent also was our guest on the UMYLEAD podcast where we talked more about canva and social media for youth ministry. Look for it soon on the UMYLead Podcast available on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify and Podbean.
I hope you will check out this new series on using Canva for youth ministry. We will post episodes every few weeks and add them to this playlist. If you have a question about canva that you would like answered make sure and send it in to us. Email umylead@gmail.com or find us on Instagram, twitter and Facebook
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