Graphic Design

Are you interested in using art and design to help engage consumers? Do you notice design elements like logos, branding, and illustrations? The graphic design program can help you turn your artistic skills into a successful career!

Whether you are a beginning student or an industry professional, Allan Hancock College’s graphic design  program will teach you how to plan and execute your designs in innovative and creative ways using digital tools from the state-of-the-art, fully equipped graphics studio. Students will gain an understanding of the complete graphics experience, from start to finish, including: learning design fundamentals, digital illustration, publishing, typography, 3D modeling, and portfolio and website development. 

While enrolled in the program, students will have access to Mac Studio Pro computers, Cintiq monitors, large-format inkjet printers, 3D printers, a digital press, professional mat cutters, traditional tools for hand-crafting skills and more to create their projects and build their portfolios. 

Graduates of the program are employed in local design firms, print shops, 3D modeling companies, large corporations like LinkedIn, or as self-employed freelance designers and illustrators. An associate degree will provide students with the skills they need to gain entry-level employment in the field or transfer to a four-year institution. A certificate option is great for those looking to develop new skills and/or advance their careers. 

This program will help you to: 

• research, conceptualize and create innovative responses to design projects using knoweldge of visual literacy for meaningful communication
• demonstrate proficiency in industry-standard processes and technologies to create, capture and manipulate visual content in developing artwork for digital and print media
• develop a portfolio and design mockups
• learn how to plan and execute the design of visual communications
• develop critical and creative thinking skills
• strengthen skills in communication, typography, and media integration

Click on the links below for program information:

Media Arts: Graphic Design AS Degree

Media Arts: Graphic Design (CSU Option) AS Degree

Media Arts: Graphic Design Certificate of Achievement

Media Arts: Visual Design Certificate of Achievement

Degrees and Certificates Offered

Each program has unique requirements. The order in which you take courses may affect your completion time. Visit the links below to view the program requirements and a general semester-by-semester course schedule.

To view all available degrees and certificates visit the Allan Hancock College course catalog.

Programs you may also be interested in exploring:

• Animation
• Art
• Film and Video Production
• Multimedia
• Photography
• Web Design

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