Graphic Design 1 & 2

Pathway: Arts & Design / Media Arts

Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2 Fine/Practical Arts or Elective

Course work and projects are developed to equip each student with a comprehensive understanding and the essential skills needed to become a proficient and knowledgeable visual designer. Projects are designed to increase students’ artistic abilities, provide a variety of perspectives for visual problem-solving, and expand critical and creative thinking. 

Using a variety of industry-standard practices, students will engage in a structured design process that includes research, ideation, prototyping, and testing. Students will gain proficiency with industry-standard technologies, including the Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign). Projects will span a range of media, including brand identity, photo manipulation, motion graphics, social media advertising, packaging, and print collateral (posters, brochures, banners), preparing students for an evolving creative landscape.

 Notes: 

●  Students may have the opportunity to earn college credits.

Supplies required:

• Sketch book or journal
• 32 GB or larger flash drive
• Portfolio
• Refillable or disposable artist inking pen

Course fee: $40.00

POSSIBLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN GRAPHIC DESIGN:

• Graphic, Industrial, Web, Publication, Packaging, Brand or CD/Book Jacket Designer
• Production Artist or Designer/Manager
• Layout Artist   
• Art Director   
• Entertainment Media
• Creative or Communications Director
• Prepress Technician

Instructor: Brooke McKaig