Majors / Programs

Graphics - Design

Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science

Overview

Graphic Design is visual communication. Designers create advertising and editorial design, packaging, corporate and information design, exhibit design, as well as web site and multimedia design. Design students start with visual design principles, an overview of the graphic design industry, and a survey of graphic design history. Sophomores study design aesthetics, typography, advanced layout techniques as well as the full compliment of graphics software. Students gain an understanding of the related fields of print and prepress production, illustration, photography, and advertising.

Sample Careers

Graphic Designer, Publication Designer, Web Designer, Account Representative, Advertising Consultant

Additional Resources

Course Syllabi: Search this section for specific syllabi offered at NWC.

Scholarship Opportunities

NWC offers a variety of scholarships. We invite you to access more scholarship information on these opportunities.

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Contact

Renee Tafoya
Assistant Professor of Art & Graphic Design & Coordinator of Art
307.754.6041

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