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EDUCATION OPTIONS:
- Associate Degree in Graphic Arts is a 2-year program
- Bachelor Degree in Graphic Arts is a 4-year program
- Courses cover design and art principles that enable you to create designs for all types of media including websites, print and multimedia
- Common classes include, Drawing, Typography, Illustration, Logo design, Color theory, Art history, Computer Applications Design Fundamentals and Web Design
- A Graphic Arts degree will expose you to design topics and resources you likely won't discover on your own
- Internship programs are a great way to build your portfolio and interact with graphic design professionals
CAREERS & COMPENSATION:
- Graphic Arts careers create visual concepts, by hand or using computer software, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform and captivate
- Job-seekers find themselves in a highly competitive job market
- Graphic Arts majors typically work in specialized design services firms, publishing companies, advertising or public relations agencies
- In 2010, 29% of graphic designers were self-employed
- According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of graphic designers is projected to increase by 13% from 2010-2020
- Architectural, Industrial and Mechanical Drafters and Graphic Design Specialists can earn between $30,000-$50,000/year
- Art Managers, Senior Graphic Designers, Web Designers and Production Manager salaries can range from $50,000-$80,000/year
- Some Packaging Designers can earn between $80,000-$100,000/year
BENEFITS OF A CAREER IN GRAPHIC DESIGN:
- Ability to express your creativity while still earning a great living
- You can create in different mediums such as web and print design
- Designers can enjoy great flexibility by doing freelance work or by opening their own studio
- Low cost career to get into