Visual Design Principles for Presentations

Design slides that speak, not shout. Learn simple design principles that help your visuals enhance your message, engage remote audiences, and create lasting impact.
Duration: 1 Day
Hours: 1 Hour
Training: Live Training
Training Level: All Level
Live Session
Single Attendee
$149.00 $249.00
Live Session
Recorded
Single Attendee
$199.00 $332.00
6 month Access for Recorded
Live+Recorded
Single Attendee
$249.00 $416.00
6 month Access for Recorded

About the Course:

Tired of crowded slides and disengaged audiences? This session helps you create presentations that communicate clearly and look professional, without needing a design degree. Learn how to use layout, colour, typography, and visuals to guide your audience’s attention, simplify complex ideas, and strengthen your message. Perfect for trainers, speakers, and anyone presenting in virtual or hybrid environments.

Course Objectives:

  • Understand key design principles that improve audience engagement.
  • Apply layout and spacing for clarity and readability.
  • Use colour, fonts, and imagery intentionally to support your message.
  • Avoid common design mistakes that distract from your content.
  • Create visually consistent presentations that build credibility.

Who is the Target Audience?

  • Trainers, business professionals, speakers, and anyone who wants to elevate their presentation design for both in-person and virtual audiences.

Basic Knowledge:

  • Basic familiarity with PowerPoint or similar slide software. No design background required.

Curriculum
Total Duration: 1 Hour
The Purpose of Visual Design in Communication
The Rule of Simplicity - Less Text, More Meaning
Colour and Contrast for Readability and Emotion
Font Choice and Hierarchy for Clarity
Using Images, Icons, and Whitespace Effectively
Designing for Online Delivery (Virtual Audience Focus)
Before-And-After Slide Examples