Certificate in Event Design

Do you have the ability to think outside the square? Do you enjoy the design elements of an event? If so then this course will help you take that journey. Event Design incorporates all the elements of an event from sound & lighting to catering and entertainment and your job is to take all these pieces and create something visually stunning out of nothing. Upon completion you will be a Certified Event Designer.

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 practice virtual draping, rigging, prop and centrepiece 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.

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 the UK 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

1. The World of Event Design
2. Conceptualisation & Planning
3. The Principles of Event Design
4. Designing the Experience
5. Colour Schemes & Effects
6. Decor Techniques
7. Design & Your Venue
8. Decorative Elements
9. Fabric Decor
10. Entertainment & Music
11. Lighting & Aesthetics
12. Sound & Production
13. Staging, Rigging & Draping
14. Special Effects
15. Creating a Table Centrepiece
16. Sourcing Materials & Budgeting
17. Designing with Software
18. Presenting your Design
19. Event Execution
20. Event Design Trends
21. Event Technology
22. Design Vocabulary & Tool Kits