Programs

At The Creative Circus, we don’t just teach art direction, copywriting, and design—we unleash your inner creative beast. Whether you're starting your creative journey or crafting your portfolio, our programs are designed to help your work shine and stand out. You’ll earn either a digital badge or certificate of completion, but more importantly, you’ll gain the skills that agencies are actually looking for.

Our instructors? They’re not just teachers; they’re the pros who’ve been there, done that, and are still doing it. By the time you finish, get ready to start your career search.

Art Direction

Art directors are meticulous visionaries, with an eye for detail that others often miss. Their passion extends beyond just crafting visually stunning designs; they are equally invested in the concept and execution of their work. But being an art director isn’t just about making things look good—it’s about thinking strategically. They work hand-in-hand with copywriters to develop groundbreaking ideas and bring them to life across print and digital platforms.

An art director is both a strategic thinker and a visual artist, constantly balancing creativity with strategy to effectively communicate through the right media. The art direction curriculum at The Creative Circus is designed to equip students with the skills needed to navigate and excel in these real-world challenges, preparing them for success in the industry.

Art direction is taught in two virtual programs:

  • The Foundational Program offers learning designed to introduce students to the core essentials of the advertising industry. By the end of this program, you’ll earn a badge that showcases your grasp of creative thinking and conceptual interpretation—a solid starting point for your journey into the creative world.

  • The Portfolio Program takes things up a notch with a deep dive into creative strategy to spark innovative thinking. As you work through this certificate program, you’ll build a portfolio that’s not just a collection of projects, but a powerful tool to kickstart your job search.

Course Titles

  • GD201  | Design Principles: Building Blocks for Visual Excellence
  • TM201 | Teams 1
  • CG201 | Adobe Suite
  • TM203 | Social Media Content and Marketing
  • AD201 | The Essentials of Art Direction
  • TM204 | Teams 2
  • TM202 | Strategic Foundations
  • AD301 | Advanced AI-Assisted Storytelling for Art Direction
  • AD204 | AI-Assisted Storytelling for Art Direction
  • AD204 | AI-Assisted Storytelling for Art Direction
  • AD302 | Portfolio Review for Art Direction
  • TM301 | Teams 3

Copywriting

Today's copywriter must harness creativity across diverse marketing channels, crafting messages that surprise and inspire action. Traditionally part of an advertising agency's creative team, they play a crucial role in delivering impactful advertising. As conceptual wizards and master storytellers, copywriters face the challenge of finding the most compelling way to convey their messages. The Creative Circus' copywriting curriculum equips students to tackle these real-world challenges with skill and innovation.

Art direction is taught in two virtual programs:

  • The Foundational Program offers learning tailored to equip students with the essential skills needed to break into the advertising industry. By the end of the program, you’ll earn a badge that reflects your fundamental understanding of creativity and communication.

  • The Portfolio Program delivers a learning experience focused on strategy and application. Completing this program means you’ll have honed your skills in strategic thinking, conceptual interpretation, and creative execution. Your portfolio will be a testament to your ability to craft innovative solutions across various media, audiences, and tones of voice.

Course Titles

  • CW201 | AI-Assisted Art Direction for Copywriters
  • TM203 | Social Media Content and Marketing
  • CW202 | Find Your Voice and Understand Your Audience
  • TM204 | Teams 2
  • CW203 | Headline Writing: Crafting Attention Grabbers
  • CW301 | AI-Assisted Storytelling for Copywriting
  • TM202 | Strategic Foundations
  • CW303 | Advanced Copywriting
  • CW205 | The Art of Brand Writing 
  • CW304 | Portfolio Review for Copywriting
  • TM201 | Teams 1
  • TM301 | Teams 3

Design

Design is about communicating a unique voice and message. Designers begin by grasping the client's needs and then determine the most effective way to reach the target audience. They craft, design, and produce various media to convey that message, employing a range of formats and dimensions. The Creative Circus' design curriculum prepares students for this by teaching design principles and innovative approaches to solving any challenge.

Design is taught in two virtual programs:

  • The Foundational Program offers learning to cover the essentials of design. Upon completing this program, you’ll earn a badge that showcases your understanding to establish a visual identity and effectively connect a brand with its target audience.

  • The Portfolio Program provides a learning experience focused on strategic thinking and hands-on application. By the end of this program, you’ll have mastered production methods and industry practices, showcased in a portfolio—a critical tool for launching your job search.

Course Titles

  • GD201 | Design Principles: Building Blocks for Visual Excellence
  • GD206 | App Design
  • CG201 | Adobe Suite
  • GD207 | Collateral
  • GD202 | Content Creation and Management
  • GD208 | Branding and Trademarks 
  • GD203 | Logo Design
  • GD209 | Advertising Design
  • GD204 | Web Design
  • GD301 | AI-Assisted Storytelling for Design
  • GD205 | Animation 
  • GD302 | Portfolio Review for Design
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