Get on the fast-track toward a successful career as a graphic designer. Learn how to create original designs that support marketing communication using both traditional and non-traditional methods such as typography, photography, and graphics. The focus is on building brand recognition.
Graphic Design & Promotional Media Summary Sheet
CORE SKILLS
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- Professional presentation skills
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- Digital photography and studio lighting
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- Multi-media graphics & typography
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FUTURE CAREER OPTIONS
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- Advertising and marketing specialist
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- Large format and vinyl production
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CERTIFICATIONS and ACADEMIC CREDIT
- English and/or math credit
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- Visual Performing Applied Arts credit
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- Postsecondary articulated credit
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- PASSES EDGE workplace safety certificate
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SETTING STUDENTS UP FOR SUCCESS
Students engage in active learning by taking advantage of job shadows, co-op and work experiences as well as making career connections through guest speakers from the graphic arts industry.
LEADERSHIP and SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Club participation, competition and leadership can occur with Skills USA, MITES, National Cherry Festival Arts competition, the National Technical Honor Society and student council.
