A
graphic designer is a visual problem solver. In order
to solve these problems, a designer must be skilled in
the use of typography, design, color, layout, packaging,
illustration, photography, production, computer software,
marketing, advertising, and presentation.
Graduates of this program will have the skills to enter
the graphic design field at entry-level or to transfer
to institutions offering a baccalaureate degree. Regardless
of their immediate goal, students will be encouraged to
develop all conceptual and technical abilities most applicable
to the field.
Career opportunities are available as graphic designers,
art directors, pre-press artists, typographers, and graphic
arts sales representatives. Various working environments
include design studios, advertising agencies, corporate
art departments, publishing houses, print shops, display
houses, television stations, and newspapers.
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