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Efficient ways to create professional-looking diagrams, images and screenshots Cherryleaf’s elearning course on creating screenshots and images for user guides gives you the foundations for creating professional images in an efficient way. The course includes exercises and model answers for the delegates to complete and review. Why attend this course? Creating screenshots, diagrams and images is something that every technical communicator needs to do, but very few have had any formal training in how to do it. Sometimes, the result is that the user guides and online Help contain images that are unclear, inconsistent, and frankly, unprofessional. They can make the product look like it's poor quality. Creating them can also tie up the Technical Writer's time, especially if they need to be changed frequently. Who is this course for? Anyone developing user guides and online Help who wants: A foundational understanding of how to use diagrams, screenshots and images, in an effective and efficient way. To see practical, real-world examples. It’s ideal for you if you’re: Creating screenshots, diagrams or images, but you’ve never had any proper training in how to do this well. Looking for more efficient ways to create or change screenshots, diagrams or images for end user or developer documentation. We’ll take you from first principles, so all you need is a basic understanding of what is a user guide. What you'll learn Cherryleaf's e-learning course on creating screenshots and images for user guides gives you the foundations for creating professional images in an efficient way. The goal of the course is to enable you to use diagrams, images and screenshots to communicate to your audience, with a focus on simplicity and ease of understanding. This is accomplished through a mix of design theory, best practices, software, and practical application. Please note, we don’t focus on highly detailed technical illustrations or 3D drawings that you might find in the aerospace or automotive industries. Also, the course does not cover Augmented Reality or Virtual Reality. You'll go through the key stages in developing screenshots, diagrams, and other images:in developing images. You’ll learn to understand the context, choose an effective visual display method, focus the user's attention, apply design best practices, and use the appropriate software tools to communicate your message. Introduction Understand the context Choose an appropriate visual display methodScreenshotsSimplified User InterfaceDiagramsAspect ratioIconsImage mapsWordless guides Focus attention where you want itGestalt theoryWhite space Think like a designerLayoutColourAccessibilityStyle guides SoftwareSoftware toolsSVGAutomating tasksStock imagesPresentation applications Animations Summary The course contains 22 exercises (and suggested answers) for you to practice your skills. Delivery format The course comprises eight modules in total, which you can complete at your own pace. The course will take delegates approximately 1 day to complete. You will have access to the modules from the moment you subscribe. You can download the course handouts. The courses are hosted and sold by via the Teachable platform. From a VAT perspective, they are the “Merchant of Record”, and receipts contain their VAT number. You have the option of taking the course on an iPhone or iPad, using the MyTeachable app in the Apple App Store. Prerequisites We'll take you from first principles, so all you need is a basic understanding of what is a user guide. You'll need access to PowerPoint, or a similar application, in order to complete some of the exercises. And it will help if you have a copy of Snagit. Our expertise As well as teaching technical communication, we also create end-user documentation, Help and UI text for clients. This means every course is based on practical experience of technical communication in today’s environment. Your Instructor Cherryleaf Cherryleaf is a technical writing services company formed in 2002 by people with a passion for technical communication and learning development. Cherryleaf is recognised as a leader within the technical communication profession. Our staff have written articles for the Society for Technical Communication's (STC) Intercom magazine, the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicator's Communicator journal and tekom's TCWorld magazine. They've also written books on technical communication. We've presented webinars for Adobe, Madcap Software or the STC, and we've spoken at various conferences around the world. Today, organisations throughout Europe use Cherryleaf’s services so they can provide clear information that enables users and staff to complete tasks productively. Course Curriculum First Section Introduction (2:37) Understand the context (14:22) Choose an appropriate visual display method (55:15) Focus attention where you want it (10:39) Think like a designer (32:18) Software (70:12) Animations (21:09) Summary (1:59) Answers  Frequently Asked Questions When does the course start and finish? The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.How long do I have access to the course?How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.What if I am unhappy with the course?We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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Quality Guarantee: Promising training excellence, satisfaction gurantee Accredited by: CPD UK & Quality License Scheme Tutor Support: Unlimited support via email, till you complete the course Recognised Certification: Accepted by thousands of professional bodies Start Anytime: With 1 year access to the course materials Online Learning Learn from anywhere, whenever you want This extensive course gives you all the secrets to being a successful freelance writer in any genre. From fiction writing to children's book writing, and copywriting, you will learn proven strategies, and insider tips to build a thriving career in your chosen genre. This course at a glance Accredited by CPD UK Endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme Learn the skills required to become a freelance writer Understand about working of the word processors Learn to write a variety of content on different platforms Learn about proofreading and how to proofread content Know how to write an SEO article How to write an informative and engaging press release Able to understand how to write a variety of content How to write and design a winning proposal Why Freelance Writing Course right for you? Whether you are self-taught and you want to fill in the gaps for better efficiency and productivity, this Freelance Writing - Success Secrets course will set you up with a solid foundation to become a confident freelance writer and develop more advanced skills. This comprehensive Freelance Writing - Success Secrets course is the perfect way to kickstart your career in the field of freelance writing. This course will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. As one of the leading course providers and most renowned e-learning specialists online, we're dedicated to giving you the best educational experience possible. This course is crafted by industry expert, to enable you to learn quickly and efficiently, and at your own pace and convenience. Freelance Writing Course Details Accredited by CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.   The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Course Curriculum Introduction Am I the Right Teacher for You. Your Attitude and Easy Cash Writing How Much Money Can You Make Creating Multiple Streams of Income The Main Point of This Course. Your Working Strategy and Its Measurement Pleasure or Profit? What's Your Priority Mindset of the Modern Freelancer Why Do You Want to Be a Freelancer. Do You Have a Heart of Gold. The Best Attitude to Engender for Freelancing Practical Income Creation Drawing Up an 'Activity to Income' Schedule The Reality of Freelancing for a Living Tracking Your Income Tracking Your Income Using Spreadsheets to Track and Predict Your Success Writing for Magazine Writing and Submitting Magazine Articles - the Facts Choosing Sellable Topics for Magazine Articles Writing Non Fiction Books for Publication Why Write Non Fiction Books. Getting Non Fiction Manuscripts Published Pitching Non Fiction to Publishers Choosing Topics for Non Fiction Books Choosing Your Own Topics for Non Fiction Choosing Your Own Topics for Non Fiction - 2 Final Advice for Choosing Non Fiction Topics Genre Fiction Writing Genre Writing Introduction Genre Writing Requirements How to Write Romance Fiction How to Write Thriller Fiction How to Write Fantasy Fiction The Difference Between Science Fiction & Fantasy How to Write Horror Fiction The Increasing Emergence of Cross Genre Fiction Writing for Children Introduction to Children's Writing Writing for Children - the Marketplace and Publishers Writing for Children - Do and Don't Writing for Children - More Do and Don't Writing for Children - More Do and Don't Writing for Children - Conclusion Business Writing - and How to Get Paying Gigs Business Writing - Introduction Business Writing - How to Get Corporate Work Business Writing - How Much Should You Charge Business Writing - Contracts and Payment Business Writing - Getting an Upfront Fee Business Writing - Conclusion Travel Writing Travel Writing - Introduction Travel Writing - Coming Up With Fresh Angles Travel Writing - Dispelling the Myths Travel Writing - a Good Camera is an Investment Travel Writing - Payment and the Big Gigs Travel Writing - Conclusion Ghost Writing Ghost Writing - Introduction Ghost Writing - Getting Started Ghost Writing - Contracts and Payment Ghost Writing - Tools of the Trade Ghost Writing - Conclusion Copywriting Copywriting - Introduction Copywriting - Common Sense and Fairy Gloss Copywriting - Payment Rates Copywriting - the Basic Rules Copywriting - Advanced Rules Copywriting - More Advanced Rules Copywriting - Using Persuasive Language Copywriting - Conclusion Self Publishing Self Publishing - Introduction Self Publishing - the Reality Self Publishing - Defining Your Goals Self Publishing - Your Strategy for Success Self Publishing - Choosing Your Platform Self Publishing - Nine Tips for Amazon Success Self Publishing Online - Conclusion Offline Self Publishing Offline Self Publishing - Introduction Offline Self Publishing - Caring for Your Work Grants & Funding Grants and Funding - Introduction Grants and Funding - Where to Find Donors Grants and Funding - Conclusion Helping other Writers Helping Other Writers - Introduction Helping Other Writers - How to Get the Work Helping Other Writers - How to Deal With Clients Helping Other Writers - How to Deal With the Work Helping Other Writers - Editing Work Helping Other Writers - Book Doctoring and Mentoring Helping Other Writers - Teaching Writing Helping Other Writers - Becoming an Agent Helping Other Writers - Conclusion Self Promotion as a Writer Self Promotion - Introduction Self Promotion - Offline Self Promotion Ideas That Work More Self Promotion Ideas That Actually Work Self Promotion - Two Case Studies Self Belief and Maintaining a New Writing Career The End or Just the Beginning. Self-publishing… Again. Maintaining a Career: Dealing With Writer's Block Self Belief: Your Secret Weapon. Who should take this course? This comprehensive Freelance Writing - Success Secrets course is suitable for anyone looking to improve their job prospects or aspiring to accelerate their career in this sector and want to gain in-depth knowledge of freelance writing. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this Freelance Writing - Success Secrets course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. As long as you are aged seventeen or over and have a basic grasp of English, numeracy and ICT, you will be eligible to enrol. Assessment Method On successful completion of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice assessment. The assessment will be evaluated automatically and the results will be given to you immediately Certification Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65. Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35. FAQs Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK? CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Are QLS courses recognised? Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards. When will I receive my certificate? For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days. Can I pay by invoice? Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment. Can I pay via instalment? Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout. How to take online classes from home? Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace. Does age matter in online learning? No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons. When I will get the login details for my course? After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. Kindly check your inbox, junk or spam folder, or you can contact our client success team via info@lead-academy.org

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