Associate - Visual Communication

The Associate of Arts Degree Program in Visual Communication is designed to educate and to prepare artistic and imaginative students for careers in the fields of commercial art and design. The program emphasizes the development of the thinking process and the ability to solve design problems creatively. Students are encouraged to learn the principles, practical applications, and methodologies used in completing competent and creative design solutions.

This career-focused curriculum is designed for students wishing to help parlay their creative skills into rewarding, interesting professions. Students can study design principles and techniques for the creation of visual solutions. They can also be challenged to apply project management skills to design creative visual compositions.

Career Opportunities

The Associate of Arts in Visual Communication offers an up-to-date education that can help prepare students to pursue a career as a:

• Production Assistant
• Advertising Specialist
• Graphic Design Assistant
• Communications Specialist
• Gallery Assistant

Challenging, Relevant Coursework

The Associate of Visual Communication features industry-relevant coursework taught by faculty members with real-world experience. Some of the key topics addressed in the degree program include drawing and illustration, typography, fundamentals of graphic design, and strategies for working effectively within a design team.

Students who successfully complete the program should be able to:

• Plan and create effective, cohesive design solutions using a variety of media.
• Use current software and technology to create digital compositions.
• Apply project management skills to design creative visual compositions.
• Develop skills for effective oral and written communication, presentation, and critical thinking.
• Apply graphic design principles and color theory to compositions.