It is an uphill battle for public agencies to compete against worldwide brands, celebrities and world news for the attention of people in your community. Whether it’s for social media, your agency’s website or a newsletter, there is pressure to produce attention-grabbing graphics. Thanks to tools like Canva, PIOs who aren’t as experienced in programs like Photoshop can easily put on their "graphic designer hat" and produce these professional graphics. The platform not only allows you to make simple graphics with text and images, but it also has the capability to create GIFs, videos and more. In this session, Tripepi Smith – a leading marketing, technology and public affairs firm – will demonstrate how to create high-level graphics using design principles and Canva’s basic tools. Make sure to bring your laptops or devices so you can follow along and try out these tips on the spot.