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Graphic Design

Graphic Design is the ideal program for students interested in careers in multiple aspects of the design field, including hand-drawn and computer-generated art. Students will learn the basics of screen printing and produce custom job orders, and they will create advertisements, pamphlets, posters, and brochures using Adobe Creative Cloud and other software and equipment. Students will leave the program with a portfolio of their work. 

 

This program is located on the main Verona campus. Transportation is available. 

 

What Students Learn 

The Graphic Design program helps students develop a comprehensive understanding of the field through the study of:

  • Idea Generation
  • Principles of Design
  • Design Process
  • Macintosh OS/Hardware
  • Digital Illustration
  • Page Layout
  • Photo Manipulation
  • Multimedia Design
  • Web Design
  • Portfolio Development

How Students Learn

Students gain hands-on learning experiences and industry skills through:

  • Classroom instruction
  • Daily hands-on practice
  • Field trips, guest speakers
  • Project-based learning with other CTE classes

 

Students will need the following equipment for this class:

  • Flash drive
  • Pens
  • Colored pencil set
  • Mechanical pencil
  • Sketch pad
  • Workbook
  • 3-ring binder
  • Folders
  • Metal ruler

Career Exploration

This program prepares students for potential careers (with additional training/education) that include:

  • Graphic Artist
  • Animator or Illustrator
  • Front-End Developer
  • Production Artist
  • Package Designer
  • Web Designer
  • Creative Director
  • Logo/Branding Designer

Course Credits

Upon completion of this two-year program, students will earn a total of 7.5 integrated high school credits:

  • 3 Units of CTE
  • 1 Unit each of English 12, Math 11, and Science 11
  • 1 Unit of Government & Economics
  • .5 Unit of Career & Financial Management

College & Industry Connections

This program provides further learning and career opportunities through college and industry connections such as:

  • Bryant & Stratton College
  • Mohawk Valley Community College
  • Onondaga Community College
  • SUNY Canton
  • SUNY Cobleskill

Graphic Design students show off their new T-shirt design.

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