Do
you want a career in graphic design? If you are
serious, you're going to have get some sort of
degree or certificate at a graphic design school,
college or university. You'll need more than just
talent to make it as a graphic designer. Get the
education and training you need.
Check out the programs offered in Minnesota and
Online below..
Associate - Multimedia / Computer Graphics: This
program develops skills in basic computer operation, software
knowledge, project design and management, and understanding
of industry standards and practices. This course will
prepare the student for an entry-level position in the
computer multimedia graphics industry.
Diploma
- Multimedia / Computer Graphics:
Provides fundamental knowledge in the principles of computer-generated
multimedia presentations. Students develop skills in basic
computer operation, software knowledge, project design
and management, and understanding of industry standards
and practices.
Visual
Communications Associate Degree with specialization in
Animation, Multimedia or Graphic Design: Students
who successfully complete the 18-month program will be
awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Visual
Communications.
During the course of their program, students will have
the opportunity, based upon demonstrated qualifications,
to choose a specialization in Animation, Multimedia, or
Graphic Design.
AIU
Online accelerated Visual Communication program:
provides
you the opportunity to develop your graphic design skills
and quickly put them to use in the workplace. Students
are trained in advanced design software - PageMaker, InDesign,
Flash, PhotoShop, DreamWeaver - all included with the
course materials Courses are taught by real-world practitioners,
each with an advanced degree and extensive design experience
Enrollees can build a design portfolio for use in job
interviews, while leveraging the AIU Online Career Placement
Department.
Associate
of Science Degree in Graphic Design:
The Graphic Design
program at The The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division, a division of The
Art Institute of Pittsburgh, is the first step toward
a career in commercial graphics. Initially, students develop
an understanding of color and composition, design and
typography, and drawing board skills. As they progress
through the program, students are trained in creative
problem solving and learn to offer solutions that are
effective in the business world. Emphasis is placed on
learning the skills and techniques of computer graphics,
electronic imaging, and production. Tools include scanners,
digital cameras, and computer-based hardware and software.
By graduation, Graphic Design students have acquired the
training and the portfolio necessary to interview for
entry-level positions in advertising agencies, design
studios, publishing houses, corporate communications departments,
and television studios.
Bachelor
of Science Degree in Graphic Design:
The Bachelor of Science
in Graphic Design degree program provides students the
opportunity to develop an understanding of color and composition,
design and typography, and drawing board skills. As they
progress through the program, students are trained in
creative problem solving and learn to offer solutions
that are effective in the business world. This program
also offers students an opportunity to developed advanced
graphic design skills and focus additional studies in
associated art and design areas. Emphasis is placed on
learning skills and techniques of computer graphics, electronic
imaging, and production. By graduation, students have
acquired the training and portfolio necessary to interview
for entry-level positions in advertising agencies, design
studios, publishing houses, corporate communications departments,
and television studios. Graduates work as production artists,
graphic designers, assistant designers, assistant art
directors, production coordinators, and computer artists.
Associate's
Degree in Graphic Design: Learn
the fundamentals of graphic design and turn your ideas
into reality with hands-on experience with the latest
technology and software. Courses can be completed in as
few as 17 months and are taught by instructors trained
in online course delivery.
Visual
Communications Bachelor of Science Degree:
Get the skills
you need for creative positions in advertising agencies,
in-house design departments, design companies, web-design
firms, and Internet companies.
