Program Description
Digital Graphic Designers learn to communicate through graphics. It involves using visual material incorporating words and images to convey a message or instruction.
The field of Digital Graphic Design and Imaging encompasses all phases of the process from origination of the idea through reproduction, finishing, and distribution of products or electronic transmission. Projects are endless: Fliers, Menus, Booklets, Calendars, Clothing, Blankets, Plaques, Phone Covers, and so much more! Digital Graphic Design and Imaging is a growing field in which people earn a living in Marketing Agencies, Quick Print, Commercial Printing, Screen Printing, or one of the many other industries.
No drawing is required! All images can be done through electronic clipart and manipulated. Students have the opportunity to run a production shop where selling, estimating, ordering, producing, packaging, and delivery can be an everyday occurrence.
Students in this program will learn:
- Commercial Desktop Publishing
- Electronic Image Manipulation
- Digital Photography and Photo Editing
- Digital Printing Methods and Practices
- Wide Format and Offset Printing
- Commercial 3D Printing
- Screen and Heat Transfer Printing
Teacher Contact Information
TEACHER: Kathy Duraney
TITLE: Digital Graphic Design Instructor
Career Resources
Career Options
- Illustator/Logo Creator
- Digital Imaging Specialist
- Video Game Designer
- Graphic Designer
Earned Credentials
Certification: PrintED, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, OSHA 10-Hour, First Aid/CPR
College Connection
Articulation Agreements
- Kent State
- YSU
- Pittsburgh Art Inst.
Agreement Description
Credits from the course carry to these colleges.