This Specialization is intended for beginners, small business owners, and aspiring creatives seeking to develop essential design skills using Canva. Through three courses, you will cover layout and design fundamentals, branding and identity creation, and advanced tools like presentations, video editing, and AI features. These lessons will prepare you to create professional graphics, logos, branded assets, and multimedia content for both personal and business use.
Daniel Walter Scott is a digital designer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and founder of Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL). With over 14 years of teaching experience, he has helped thousands of learners worldwide master design and creative software across print, web, video, and now 3D. Daniel is an Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Instructor who combines industry expertise with a teaching style that鈥檚 practical, engaging, and memorable.
Originally from New Zealand, Daniel has lived and taught across Australia, Ireland, and beyond鈥攕haring his skills with a truly global creative community. He鈥檚 passionate about helping students build real-world skills they can carry into their careers and creative projects.
When he鈥檚 not teaching, Daniel enjoys life with his Irish wife and kids. He brings this personal, down-to-earth perspective into his courses, making complex tools feel approachable and fun to learn.
Applied Learning Project
Throughout the Specialization, you鈥檒l complete a series of hands-on projects that allow you to apply your skills in real-world contexts. You鈥檒l design social media graphics, build brand kits and custom logos, create styled documents and polished presentations, and even produce short-form video content. Each project is designed to help you practice what you鈥檝e learned while building a professional-quality portfolio. By the end, you鈥檒l be equipped to create content that looks great and communicates with impact鈥攚hether it鈥檚 for personal use, a small business, or a creative team.
