The Apollo University Conducts Exclusive Hands-On Training Workshop on Design Principles
The Directorate of Press and Publication, in collaboration with the Media and Photography Clubs of The Apollo University successfully organized a Hands-on Training Workshop on ‘From Concept to Creation: Master the Art of Design’ at the Dr. Prathap C Reddy Knowledge Centre aimed at enhancing the creative and technical skills of its non-teaching staff and students.
The workshop was formally inaugurated at 11:00 AM by Prof. Dr. H. Vinod Bhat, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, The Apollo University. In his inaugural address, Dr. Bhat emphasized the increasing relevance of design and visual communication in today’s fast-evolving digital landscape. He highlighted that such workshops not only serve as platforms to explore creative potential beyond regular responsibilities, but also offer avenues for personal skill enhancement and financial growth. By equipping staff with foundational design skills, these sessions empower individuals to enhance internal communication, boost their professional capabilities, and open doors to diverse career opportunities across multiple platforms.
The workshop was divided into two insightful sessions. The morning session (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM) introduced participants to the fundamentals of design principles, color theory, typography, and effective visual storytelling. The afternoon session (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) offered a hands-on training experience, where participants explored easy-to-use design tools to create banners, posters, infographics, profiles and social media content. The interactive nature of the sessions ensured that even participants with minimal prior design experience felt comfortable exploring their creativity.
The training was led by Mr. Sriram Rajagopalan, Project Manager at Apollo Knowledge, and Mr. Akshay Kumar, Marketing Specialist at Apollo Knowledge, both of whom brought valuable industry expertise and practical insights to the session. Their practical demonstrations, real-time feedback, and interactive approach allowed participants to gain hands-on experience in digital design, helping them understand how to apply these skills in their creative responsibilities at the university. Prof. M. Potharaju, Registrar, The Apollo University appreciated the efforts of the clubs and the Directorate to involve them as active participants for contributing to the creative exercises of the University and developing a strong design team of students for the campus.
Dr. Keerthana Thankachan, Assistant Director, Directorate of Press and Publications, set the context for the workshop by explaining how the initiative is part of a larger effort to build internal capacity and nurture a culture of creativity led by student designers in the campus. She acknowledged the enthusiastic response from the non-teaching staff and emphasized that such training programs not only enhance personal skill sets but also contribute significantly to the university’s creative ecosystem.
The workshop concluded with a sense of excitement and empowerment, as participants expressed their eagerness to apply their newly acquired skills to enhance campus communication materials, event promotions, and digital outreach efforts.
Published by,
Directorate of Press and Publications
The Apollo University
[email protected]
The workshop was formally inaugurated at 11:00 AM by Prof. Dr. H. Vinod Bhat, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, The Apollo University. In his inaugural address, Dr. Bhat emphasized the increasing relevance of design and visual communication in today’s fast-evolving digital landscape. He highlighted that such workshops not only serve as platforms to explore creative potential beyond regular responsibilities, but also offer avenues for personal skill enhancement and financial growth. By equipping staff with foundational design skills, these sessions empower individuals to enhance internal communication, boost their professional capabilities, and open doors to diverse career opportunities across multiple platforms.
The workshop was divided into two insightful sessions. The morning session (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM) introduced participants to the fundamentals of design principles, color theory, typography, and effective visual storytelling. The afternoon session (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) offered a hands-on training experience, where participants explored easy-to-use design tools to create banners, posters, infographics, profiles and social media content. The interactive nature of the sessions ensured that even participants with minimal prior design experience felt comfortable exploring their creativity.
The training was led by Mr. Sriram Rajagopalan, Project Manager at Apollo Knowledge, and Mr. Akshay Kumar, Marketing Specialist at Apollo Knowledge, both of whom brought valuable industry expertise and practical insights to the session. Their practical demonstrations, real-time feedback, and interactive approach allowed participants to gain hands-on experience in digital design, helping them understand how to apply these skills in their creative responsibilities at the university. Prof. M. Potharaju, Registrar, The Apollo University appreciated the efforts of the clubs and the Directorate to involve them as active participants for contributing to the creative exercises of the University and developing a strong design team of students for the campus.
Dr. Keerthana Thankachan, Assistant Director, Directorate of Press and Publications, set the context for the workshop by explaining how the initiative is part of a larger effort to build internal capacity and nurture a culture of creativity led by student designers in the campus. She acknowledged the enthusiastic response from the non-teaching staff and emphasized that such training programs not only enhance personal skill sets but also contribute significantly to the university’s creative ecosystem.
The workshop concluded with a sense of excitement and empowerment, as participants expressed their eagerness to apply their newly acquired skills to enhance campus communication materials, event promotions, and digital outreach efforts.
Published by,
Directorate of Press and Publications
The Apollo University
[email protected]
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