Program Description:

The Visual Design Career Associate in Science degree program is designed to prepare students for direct workforce entry.

Students will learn to create visual designs using various media, including print, web, and multimedia platforms. They will develop their skills in industry-standard software programs and learn about the latest trends and techniques in the industry.

Through our internship program, students will also work on real-world projects and build a portfolio of their work, which can be used to showcase their skills to potential employers.

Career and Transfer Outlook:

Upon completing this program, students are prepared to pursue careers as visual/graphic designers, web designers, art directors, multimedia artists, user experience (UX) designers, or production designers, among other possibilities.

Although not intended as a transfer degree, some students do continue on to a bachelor’s degree program on a full- or part-time basis.

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Helpful Hints:

Students interested in transferring to a four-year degree upon graduation should consider the A.S. Visual Design Transfer program.

Program Outcomes:

• Apply design principles to create compelling visual designs that communicate a message effectively.
• Use industry-standard design software to create professional-level designs for various media, including print, web, mobile, and social media.
• Develop and follow a design process to effectively analyze design problems, brainstorm ideas, create sketches, and refine designs through iteration.
• Demonstrate technical competency and troubleshooting skills using visual design tools, equipment, technology, and computer software.
• Apply visual literacy skills to critically evaluate and analyze the design, message, audience, purpose, and credibility of a visual design.
• Work effectively in teams, communicate ideas clearly, and provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Effectively present designs to clients, stakeholders, and other audiences and defend design choices based on design principles and project requirements.
• Create a professional portfolio that demonstrates skills and design process.
• Behave ethically and professionally in accordance with the visual design industry standards.