Infographics Using PowerPoint & Excel Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class
Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) Access from Anywhere
Outline & Course Information
Duration & Times: 2 Days – 8:30AM-3:00PM EST
Locations for Training:
Virtually Online Live (VOLT) From Anywhere!
Upon Request: Custom Private Training!
Course Description: In this hands-on, two-day Infographics Using PowerPoint & Excel training course, you will learn skills and techniques to analyze data and trends for designing and building compelling Infographics. The use of pre-designed infographic templates and other resources will be covered for use on websites, mobile devices, e-publications, print, blogs and social media. Students will gain hands-on experience where they use data and design compelling visual graphic illustrations utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel. Students will also learn best practices, workflow and techniques through real world examples by applying font, color, images, charts, and maps to complex data.
Prerequisites: Experience of a minimum of two years of current work with the application, demonstrating familiarity with basic to intermediate features, is required.
Required Technical Set-Up:
• Primary computer connected to a second monitor OR second computer to view instructor live
• Reliable High-speed internet connection
• Web Browser: Google Chrome Preferred (Alternative: Microsoft Edge)
• 3-Button Computer mouse
• Audio Speaker/Microphone (built-in to computer or external)
Job Roles That Use Infographics:
Graphic Designers
Creative and Marketing Teams
Communication Teams
Web Designers
Content Managers
e-Learning Designers
Social Media Specialist
Public Affairs
Multimedia Designers
Projects That Use Infographics:
Content centric and data-driven projects needing to be re-purposed graphically for ease of user consumption, and those that must drive a compelling response and/or recognition.
Infographics Using PowerPoint & Excel Course Outline
1. Introduction to Infographics
What is an infographic?
Infographic types and styles
Process and steps to create an infographic
Components of an Infographic
2. Data – What is the story?
Data first, story second
Approaches to concept
3. Templates
Vector vs Raster
RGB vs CMYK
PowerPoint (PPT)
Additional tools, and output
What is an SVG?
Delivery Standards
4. Build Block Elements for your Infographic
Learn the PowerPoint tools best suited for infographics
5. Data Organization
Define your story in the data
Dive deeper into organizing data in Excel
6. Layout and Style
Design matters. Essential pieces of a good graphic – Give your readers the tools to understand your visual.
Grid & Layout: Every graphic needs a grid
Color Perception: Use color to drive your story
Fonts: the single biggest trick to change perceived quality
7. Publishing
Exporting Final Infographic
File Types (png, svg, jpg, pdf)
Website, Social Media, Blog, Print
Publishing for Print
Demo Acrobat DC or PPTools
Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real world use of the technology.
Software Versions: ThinkB!G open enrollment classes are taught on the most current version of software whenever possible. To request a specific version, please Contact Us or call us at 301-362-2250.
What's Included in Your ThinkB!G Training
- Expert Virtual Live Instructor-Led, Hands-On Training by Senior Consultants, Designers, and Developers
- Remote Access to Class Computer with Pre-Installed Software—No Licenses, Installs, or Downloads Required!
- Instructor Live View of Participant Screens for Real-Time Over-the-Shoulder Support
- Digital Course Materials for Post-Class Reference
- 1-Year Access to Searchable Class Recording
- Certificate of Completion
- Certification Pack Option (if applicable): Includes Online Test Prep, Exam Voucher + 1 Retake, and Virtual Exam Proctoring
- IT Support for Technical Setup & During Training
Pricing
Public Enrollment Training Pricing
Commercial Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $795
GSA/Government Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $640.81
Non-Profit/Education Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $745
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Custom Private Training
We offer this course as Custom Private Training or Project Based Training®!
If you have a team of individuals, you can receive bulk discounts by doing your own Private training session & cover your specific learning objectives!
What's Included?
- Custom Outline to include Targeted Topics Based on Your Learning Needs
- Instructor Led Hands-On Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) & Certification
- Training Delivered from Certified Instructors that are Senior Consultants
- Official Curriculum Courseware & Personal Use of Class Recording for Limited Time
- Certificate of Completion
- Remote Access to ThinkB!G Class Computer with Software licenses & Class Files Pre-Installed for Use During Training--No Installs or Downloads
- Instructor's Real-Time View of ThinkB!G Class Computer Screen for Immediate Live Interactive Support
- If Certification Training is Selected, It May Include a Test Prep Tool, Testing Voucher with Free Retake, and Proctor Fee (if taken with ThinkB!G Virtually)
- Note: IT Support is Available to Pre-Flight Virtual Class Set Up Before & During Training
Submit details and a formal training quote will be sent to you!
Policies
Payment Policy for Public Enrollment Classes
Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training class.
Payment Policy for Private & Project Based Training® Classes
Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training service. Pricing provided is firm fixed price based on number of students. Client is responsible for entire amount regardless of change in number of registrations.
Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Public Enrollment Classes
- Classes may be canceled if less than 4 students are registered. We will notify you of cancellations no later than 16 business days prior to class.
- Canceling/Rescheduling more than 16 business days prior to class: You are eligible for a refund or free reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
- Canceling/Rescheduling less than 16 business days prior to class: No refund. No Reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
- No Shows without contact: No refund. No Reschedule.
Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Custom/Private and On-Site Training Classes
- No penalty if cancellation/reschedule is 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class.
- 50% penalty will be incurred if cancellation/reschedule is less than 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class. This fee is to cover instructor expenses, travel, and course materials purchased.
Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Individual Students in Custom/Private Training Classes
- Individual students registered in a private class, who cancel or do not show, are not eligible for a partial refund or reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student. Please contact your class organizer or manager if you need to cancel.