Message to Media: Media Production Essentials for Library Workers

Creating compelling media content is essential for today’s libraries. This hands-on session is designed for library staff who create media content specifically to support outreach, programming, and events. Using Canva, participants will learn how to streamline their design workflow and transform a single message into cohesive materials for print, social media, and video. Through guided demonstrations, the course will introduce essential design principles, media best practices, and time-saving techniques to help participants produce professional-looking content with confidence and consistency while going from print to digital to video mediums, effectively communicating their library’s story across multiple platforms.

Scheduled Dates

March 19, 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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Learning objectives for this session may include:
  • Apply essential design principles to library media projects
  • Create cohesive messaging across print, social media, and video formats
  • Use Canva to streamline media production workflows
  • Implement best practices for visual communication and branding
  • Develop confidence in producing professional-quality outreach materials 
Session Duration
This course consists of one 2-hour session.
Contact Hours
2

Instructor(s)

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Nancy Hu portrait

Nancy Hu's passion thrives in crafting compelling visual stories. With a background in art direction, she noticed a growing demand for innovative storytelling in communication and marketing. Leveraging her diverse skill set, Nancy is now a driving force behind the Harris County Public Library's brand. Through creative campaigns, she illuminates the importance of literacy and the transformative power of libraries. By blending digital and print mediums, she hopes to spark engagement and foster connection with the local community.