Friday, 6 October 2023

Course Title: "Freelancing and Digital Skills for Success"

Course Description: This comprehensive course is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the world of freelancing, with a focus on key areas such as account management, Canva for graphic design, and utilizing Fiverr as a platform. Whether you are looking to start a freelance career, enhance your existing skills, or improve your online presence, this course provides a solid foundation.

Course Duration: 8 weeks

Course Outline:

Week 1: Introduction to Freelancing

Understanding the freelance economy
Pros and cons of freelancing
Setting personal and career goals in freelancing

Week 2: Creating an Effective Freelancer Profile

Crafting a compelling freelancer profile
Writing an attention-grabbing bio and portfolio
Selecting the right keywords for discoverability

Week 3: Freelancing Platforms Overview

An in-depth look at Fiverr and other freelancing platforms
Choosing the right platform for your skills
Creating and optimizing your profile on Fiverr

Week 4: Mastering Canva for Graphic Design 2 Hours Full Course of Canva For Graphic Designing By Azad Chaiwala ( Free of Cost )

Introduction to Canva and its features
Graphic design fundamentals
Creating eye-catching visuals and graphics using Canva

Week 5: Managing Finances for Freelancers

Basics of freelance accounting and taxation
Tracking income and expenses
Setting up a budget and financial planning

Week 6: Effective Communication and Client Management

Building strong client relationships
Negotiating project terms and rates
Handling feedback and revisions professionally

Week 7: Marketing and Self-Promotion Digital marketing by " Sandeep " one of my favorite Indian Motivation Speaker

Strategies for promoting your freelancing services
Building a personal brand online
Utilizing social media and online marketing

Week 8: Building a Sustainable Freelance Career A valuable interview by Azad Chaiwala

Time management and productivity tips for freelancers
Diversifying income streams
Scaling up your freelancing business

Assessment Methods:

Weekly assignments and quizzes to reinforce learning
Building and optimizing a Fiverr profile and portfolio
Creating and presenting a Canva project
Final project: Developing a freelance business plan

Course Goals: Upon completing this course, students will:

Have a solid understanding of freelancing as a career option.
Possess a professional and optimized Fiverr profile.
Be proficient in using Canva for graphic design.
Understand basic accounting and financial management for freelancers.
Develop effective communication and client management skills.
Know how to market themselves and their services online.
Be prepared to start or enhance their freelance career.

Prerequisites:

Basic computer skills and access to a computer with internet connectivity.
No prior experience in freelancing, graphic design, or accounting is required, making this course accessible to beginners.