Arts, Audio/Video, Communications – WVEIS#AV1850
Vision is the Sense We Rely on Most.
So, why do schools teach us how to communicate verbally and with the written word, but not visually? Is it because it takes a Graphic Designer to do it well?
What is Graphic Design? Graphic Design is about solving problems visually. A Graphic Designer uses text, illustrations, symbols, photography, textures, colors and letterforms to create print and web-based design for a large variety of clients.
Graphic Design is all around you. Have a product or message you want an audience to view? If you are trying to communicate an idea or concept in a visual way, then you will be using Graphic Design to get your message across.
Graphic Design is all around you, from the posters hanging in your room to your favorite band’s logo! All created by a graphic artist! Imagine what you can do, and ask, what will you create?
What You Will Do in the Class
Drawing, illustration, and image manipulation using traditional media and computer software, typography, and design fundamentals.
Skills You Will Learn
Advertising concepts, form and space, advanced layout design, package design, publication design, art direction, color and design fundamentals, image manipulation, typography, layout and concept design, Graphic Design business fundamentals.
Tools You Will Use
Adobe design and graphics software, vinyl sign cutter, cutting boards, large format printer, color laser printer
Syllabus
Class Syllabus Graphic Design 2023-2024
Reading Materials
Students use the internet to locate relevant articles and tutorials.
Related Job Titles
Graphic Designer
Desktop Publisher
Print Shop Employee
Screen Printer
Sign-Shop Employee
Photographer
Industrial Designer
Web Designer
Medical Illustrator
Computer Animator
Related College Programs
Graphic Design
WVU, Morgantown, WV
Graphic Design
Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV
Graphic Design
Art Institutes International, Pittsburgh, PA
Game Art & Design
Art Institutes International, Washington, DC
Digital Arts & Design
Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL
Our Happy Students
Not only did James Rumsey Technical Institute give me great memories and wonderful friendships, it also gave me the leadership qualities and self confidence that I lacked before attending. James Rumsey has opened up my future in so many ways that I can now sleep a little easier knowing my future is brighter. I will be grateful for my opportunity to learn at such an advanced technical institution for the rest of my life.
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