Graphic Design 3 & 4

Pathway: Arts & Design / Media Arts

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

In Graphic Design 3 & 4, students develop advanced skills and techniques across the entire creative process, including communication arts, production, post-production, and both print and web media development. This course emphasizes visual problem-solving, critical thinking, and artistic fundamentals while fostering teamwork and essential real-world employability skills.

The curriculum is designed to equip each student with the competencies necessary to become proficient and efficient designers who effectively integrate technology, psychology, and marketing principles into their work.

Coursework and projects are strategically developed to further advance their Adobe Creative Cloud skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Express), software knowledge, elevate students’ artistic capabilities, provide diverse perspectives for visual problem-solving, and enhance critical and creative thinking skills. Collaborative projects will simulate a studio environment, allowing students to refine their teamwork skills.

 Notes:

• Students may have the opportunity to earn college credits.

Counseling Notes:

1. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Graphic Design I & 2

Supplies required:

• Sketchbook 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 THE GRAPHIC DESIGN PROGRAM:

• 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