Academy for Continuing Education (ACE)

Augmented reality (AR) has made its way into today’s popular social media platforms. These days, social media users are increasingly familiar with AR filters which are often used in a type of post known as “stories” on platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.

These AR filters are not only creative and fun, they can also increase brand awareness by tapping on emotions; creating unique experiences that captivate the audience.

But what exactly are AR filters? Simply put, they are computer-generated elements that layer over real-life images. AR filters can also make “stories” more appealing and interactive as they add functional elements onto the visuals.

Engage your audience more effectively through this course. Participants will learn how to make AR filters using a beginner friendly tool, Spark AR Studio. Within two days, participants will be better prepared with the knowledge and skills needed to create and publish AR filters that are suitable for use on Facebook and Instagram.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding on the basic principles of AR filter design
• Use Spark AR Studio to create a variety of AR experiences
• Submit and publish AR effects onto Facebook and Instagram successfully

Who Should Attend?

Content creators, influencers, marketing agencies, brands, professionals, and individuals who are keen to learn how to create AR effects for Facebook and Instagram.

Entry Requirement

Participants are expected to have basic internet search knowledge, and be familiar with the general operation of a personal computer (PC), such as browsing the internet, opening and saving files, etc.

Certification

Participants will be awarded a certificate of completion upon meeting the 75% course attendance requirement.

For courses with formal assessment component, participants will be awarded the certification of completion upon passing the assessment. Otherwise, a certification of attendance will be issued instead upon meeting the 75% course attendance requirement.

Trainer's Profile

Mr. Jeffery Koh joined Republic Polytechnic in 2007 and is a senior lecturer at the School of Engineering. His duties include teaching and conducting research. He is an expert in design and development of augmented and virtual realities. Mr. Koh also plays a role in nurturing innovation and entrepreneurial learning – by creating an environment that encourages learners to develop problem-solving skills as well as a positive attitude towards lifelong learning.