Graphic and Web Design

Our next Graphic & Web Design cohort begins September 27, 2022! In this live online workshop via Zoom, Donna Sandsmark, lead instructor for the Professional Certificate in Graphic & Web Design, will discuss the current state of the graphic and web design industry, current industry standards and workflow, and more. Students who attend this workshop will learn more about the one year professional certificate, meet program instructors and staff, and more. Our 2022 workshops are scheduled for the below dates. To attend a session choose one of the dates below by clicking "ADD TO CART". Upon...

Designers are faced with the challenge of visual-problem solving and utilizing a wide variety of graphic elements. How they organize these elements in layout can determine the success of a project. In this introduction to InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, students will develop a broad range of skills to effectively bring a project from concept to completion. Students will learn to evaluate audience response, determine appropriate aesthetic sensibilities, identify effective spatial relationships, and explore color theory, typography, and effective page layout concepts.

Continue to build upon design processes and skill sets acquired. Use Adobe Illustrator to develop design projects based on specific aesthetic and goal requirements. Students will also learn about file management principles and branding, and advance their understanding of color theory, typography, and spatial relations.

Graphic design projects are not complete until a high quality product with acceptable output or reproduction clarity is accomplished. Whether it is printed collateral, screen presentations, or projected digital media, the visual designer must be familiar with the technical requirements associated with a variety of output methodologies. Using Adobe Photoshop, students will learn to identify key technical requirements such as color definitions, file formats, and resolutions, and understand how to implement these requirements into design projects. *Light refreshments will be provided at...

Students will learn contemporary practices of web design using top web design software and Adobe Creative Suite. Students will develop and refine their portfolio websites by demonstrating thoughtful integrated media presentations and intuitive design and navigation structures.

Learn the fundamentals of the digital photographic process. In this course, students will gain a basic understanding of photography concepts such as lighting, composition, digital processing workflow, scanning, outdoor photography, architectural photography, product photography, portraits, studio set ups, filters, and more.

Students will immerse themselves in the professional project development sequence by completing a series of design projects. Using Adobe InDesign, students will develop collateral material such as brochures, posters, packaging, labeling, corporate identities, and signage. From concept through output, each project will engage a specific production process.

Apply the advanced principles of design to real-world projects, taking on your first client work as introduced by your instructors. Clients may come from varying disciplines and backgrounds and present a variety of specific requirements and visual challenges. More in-depth work will enhance and sharpen your skills in Design.

Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of web design. Students will discuss basic terminology, and identify internet components. In an intense overview of site planning, students will explore techniques of effective design and layout. Students will learn how to create web graphics, optimize them for website usage, and build their first websites using current web tools and best practices.

This course is designed to further students’ understanding of the principles of web design, including user experience and responsive design for viewing content on multiple devices. Emphasis will be placed on expanding HTML and CSS skills. Website projects will be introduced, challenging students to accommodate a variety of specific marketing-related requirements.

Students will continue to develop the skills necessary to design websites. Adhering to the contemporary practices of web design, and using top web design software, students develop and refine their portfolio sites to demonstrate thoughtful integrated media presentations and intuitive design and navigation structures.

Continue to develop the skills necessary to design websites. Adhering to the contemporary practices of web design, and using top software such as WordPress, students will develop a dynamic website for their portfolios that will demonstrate thoughtful integrated media presentations and intuitive design and navigation structures.

Learn how to position yourself for a career in the creative industry. Review careers and jobs in the field. Address the issues of starting and running a successful design business, including working in the field and as a freelancer. Become skilled at marketing and self-promotion, budgeting, purchasing, manage documentation, and copywriting in the communications industry, as well as a comprehensive portfolio and the development of marketing materials.