Event Design Certificate
Event Design is a blend of art, theater and style where you become the creative genius of your very own blockbuster production. Become a Certified Event Designer with the Academy and learn how to produce and design Hollywood style events within 6 months.
Price: $995 (*payment options available)
The type of events they work on can include: weddings, product launches, fashion shows, conferences, exhibitions, gala dinners, corporate functions & festivals. Some designers will also plan, consult and coordinate but more often than not, they will limit their services to design and decor.
This course is designed for those already working within the industry, or those who have completed a course in wedding or event planning. The event design course explores the artistic side of creating memorable events. In each unit students will discover unique and innovative ways to design and transform environments for all types of events and venues. The course is a fun blend of conceptualizing, planning and production with lots of hands-on creativity. Students will learn about virtual draping, rigging, prop and centerpiece design. They will also look at how and where to find creative inspiration, design presentations,sourcing materials, budgeting and event execution. Study at your own pace in an interactive environment.
Have you ever watched the Oscars and thought WOW - I would love to be on the design team for an event like this? If you have, then this course will put you on the right p ath.
Until now there hasn’t been a certificate course that is purely dedicated to the inner workings of Event Design. The Event Design Certificate will take you on an unbelievable journey into this field of special event.
From when a client first approaches you with their event idea to creating and designing the event, you will experience firsthand the complexities and excitement that comes with being an Event Designer.
You will work with our branded design software ‘Event Designer Space Planner’, as part of your course materials and be given access to our Virtual Campus.
Your entire course will be based around an ongoing assignment - a Company Awards Dinner. Your mission should you choose to accept it, is to put together the complete design for this event. You will be asked to interpret your client’s initial brief, brainstorm and create a concept, put together a client proposal, source an appropriate venue, design your vision of the event within our software program and produce a client presentation. Your ‘job’ will be to take the design aspect of this event from start to finish as part of your course.
The Event Design Certificate is the most hands-on and comprehensive course available in America and it will equip students with the knowledge they need to work as professionals in the Events Industry. The course is completely self-contained and will give you a defined career path at the end of it. Our tutors will be by your side every step of the way and through our Virtual Campus you will feel as though you have attended class without the hassle of ever having to leaving your desk.
Course Units
Unit 1 THE WORLD OF WEDDING DESIGN
- The World of Event Design
- Spark your Creativity
- Timeless or Trendy
- Striking a Balance
- Traits & Required Skills
- Setting up your Office
Unit 2 CONCEPTULIZATION OF YOUR DESIGN
- Desigining for your Audience
- The 5 Senses in Design
- Unleashing Creativity
- Storyboards: When, Why & How
- The A-Z of Event Design
- Feng Shui & Design
Unit 3 THE PRINCIPLES OF EVENT DESIGN
- Finding your Focus
- Event Design Exercises
- Design Principles
- Design Elements
- Balance and Perspective
Unit 4 DESIGNING THE EXPERIENCE
- Choosing a Theme
- Inject some Razzle Dazzle
- Using your Surroundings
- Telling the Story
- Creating the WOW factor
Unit 5 COLOR SCHEMES & EFFECTS
- The Color Wheel
- The Meaning & Psychology of Color
- Color Tricks
- Color Trends
- Innovative Uses of Color
Unit 6 DECOR TECHNIQUES
- Creative Design
- Killing Designers Block
- Maximising Decor
- Creating a Focal Point
- Tricks of the Trade
- The L Factor
Unit 7 DESIGN & YOUR VENUE
- Choosing a Venue
- Conducting Site Inspections
- Room Configurations
- Transforming a Venue
- Unique Venues
Unit 8 DECORATIVE ELEMENTS
- Visual Styling
- Food Design
- Tips & Trends
- Flower Themes
- Balloon Design
- Backdrops
- Using Props & Decor
Unit 9 FABRIC DECOR
- Design Fabrics
- Event Linen
- Colors & Linen
- Fabric Trends
- Lighting Fabric
- Linen Sizing Charts
- Napkin Folds
Unit 10. Music and Entertainment
- Choosing Music & Entertainment
- Using agencies
- Timing & Planning of Entertainment
- Wedding Entertainment & Types of Musical Groups
- Designing a Musical Program
- Children's Entertainment
Unit 11 LIGHTING & AESTHETICS
- Lighting Design
- Lighting & Shadows
- Intelligent Lighting
- Effects
- Pin Spotting
- Versatile forms of Lighting
- Lighting Secrets & Tips
Unit 12 SOUND & PRODUCTION
- AV Production
- Understanding Sound
- Technical Budgets
- Understanding Power
- Working with Technicians
- AV Secrets & Tips
Unit 13 STAGING, RIGGING & DRAPING
- Pipe & Draping
- Star Cloths
- Rigging & Trussing
- Stage Sets
- Event Staging
Unit 14 SPECIAL EFFECTS
- Pyrotechnics
- The Magic of Ice
- Fog and Haze
- Water Effects
- Using Projection
- Confetti Cannons & Balloon Drops
Unit 15 CREATING A TABLE CENTERPIECE
- Choosing your elements
- Flowers
- Candles
- Mirrors
- Outdoor Pieces
- Indoor Pieces
Unit 16 DESIGNING WITH SOFTWARE
- The Basics of Event Designer
- Using the Interface Tools
- Creating a Plan
- Working with Walls
- Producing the Design
UNIT 17 SOURCING MATERIALS & BUDGETING
- Sourcing Suppliers
- Questions to Ask
- Building Relationships
- Negotiating Tactics
- Finding Staff
- Virtual Help
UNIT 18 TRENDS & TOOLS
- What Hot & What's Not
- Trend Setters
- Interview with top Event Designers
UNIT 19 EVENT EXECUTION
- Bump in and Bump Out
- Run Sheets
- On Site
- Tool Kits & Equipment
UNIT 20 DESIGN VOCABULARY
- The A-Z of Design
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