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.
