[VIRTUAL TRAINING]

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT

BEYOND THE BASICS

Learn the PowerPoint tools that make your decks cleaner, faster to create, and more professional, without starting from scratch every time.

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What is Covered:

A training designed for users who are comfortable with the PowerPoint basics and ready to level up. We’ll walk through advanced features that help you manage presentations the right way, so they look polished and stay consistent.

Whether you’re building internal updates, client-facing decks, or leadership presentations, you’ll leave with practical tips you can apply immediately.

Topics

  • Slide Masters & Layouts – Build consistent, professional slides faster with reusable templates.

  • Custom Themes & Branding – Apply fonts, colors, and styles across your deck with one update.

  • Embedding Video & Audio – Add multimedia and control playback smoothly during your presentation.

  • Transitions & Animations – Create clean movement that enhances your message (not distracts).

  • Reusing Slides + Organizing with Sections – Import slides from other decks and keep content structured.

  • Custom Shows & Hidden Slides – Present different versions for different audiences without duplicating.

Meet Your Instructor

JoLynn Rihn

Microsoft Master Instructor

JoLynn Rihn has been helping people work smarter with Microsoft applications since they were first released. She is a Certified Trainer and Microsoft Master Instructor with over 30 years’ experience. She teaches on the basics to advanced features using programs like Teams, Excel SharePoint, Outlook and more. 

JoLynn’s background as a college instructor and corporate software trainer makes her uniquely qualified to teach you how to get the most out of your technology.

Who We Are

Aldridge is a leading Texas-based IT Managed Services and Cybersecurity provider, serving hundreds of client organizations across many industries. Aldridge delivers Scalable, Local, and Personal service from its 5 locations, 110+ full-time staff, and continuing experience over 40 years in business.