Graphic Design

Program Description:

A two-year graphic design program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and software proficiency essential for creating visually compelling content. Through hands-on projects and theoretical coursework, students explore various facets of design, including branding, layout design, user experience (UX), and illustration, preparing them for diverse career opportunities in advertising, marketing, web design, and more. The program emphasizes creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and the application of design concepts, fostering a portfolio that showcases their ability to communicate ideas effectively through visual mediums.

Work-Based Learning

• Creation of flyers, menus, travel posters, logos and layouts

Program Highlights

• Sports team logo designs and travel destination posters

Projects

• Logo research, planning and design and trends and style research

Clubs/Activities Associated

• FBLA

Certification/Credentials

• Adobe ACA

Program Standards

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Job Possibilities:

Tier 1 GRAPHIC DESIGNER Average base salary updated 1/08/2025 $18.61/ $38,815 per hour/ per year

Tier 2 MAGAZINE ARTIST Average base salary updated 1/08/2025 $20/ $42,000 per hour/ per year

Tier 3 ART DIRECTOR Average base salary updated 1/08/2025 $41.05/ $85,619 per hour/ per year