An Interactive Media and Graphic Design Degree
When choosing a graphic design school, ask how the college can be sure the training you will receive is up to date.The Interactive Media and Graphic Design program at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business was developed with the help of industry professionals. We see that graduates of our associate degree and diploma programs have the skills and hands-on experience employers in the contemporary commercial art field are looking for.
Graphic design in the print and Internet industries
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What makes an advertisement sparkle? Which design burns an indelible image onto the consciousness of the viewer? Advertising and graphic design define our culture and the way we live. Every company, from the multi-national corporation to the sole proprietor, needs to communicate effectively with potential customers and to establish its brand on the Internet and in print. Every company needs a multimedia and design program.
Transform your artistic training into a career
At Globe University/Minnesota School of Business,you will learn to communicate effectively through print advertising and web site design. Enhance your creative talent, develop technical expertise and learn essential business skills. As a graduate of our graphic design program, your knowledge base will cover three key areas of the advertising and web design industry: print design and production, web page development and website management, and the advertising business.
Your college classes will focus on specific skills in color theory, typography, graphic design, page layout, digital imaging, web page design and website management. Upon graduation, you will be familiar with industry standard software, project design and management from conception to completion, and current industry principles and practices.
What you can do with a graphic design school degree
There are a wide range of career opportunities in graphic communications, including Web design and graphic design for print media. Printing alone is one of the largest custom manufacturing industries. The following are a few of the many professional positions our students are prepared for:
- Web page designer
- Graphic designer
- Illustration/page layout artist
- Production/traffic manager
- Marketing/advertising/public relations
- Freelance artist
Featured courses in advertising and graphic design
Interactive media (Internet, television, training DVDs and other electronic media) and graphic design (print publications, packaging, direct mail, and other print images) work hand-in-hand to establish a company's image, target market and best promotional avenue. Principles learned in the following classes reinforce that comprehensive view:
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Applied Color Theory: Learn the fundamentals of color from an artistic and aesthetic point of view, and how to use that knowledge to communicate effectively.
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Illustration: Produce professional quality illustrations, logos and graphics for your portfolio.
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Digital Imaging: Using professional image-editing and creation software, learn the techniques necessary for compositing, photo retouching, restoration and color correction.
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Typography & Composition: Learn the essential skills necessary to use typography to create professional quality designs and effective visual compositions.
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Page Layout: Using current industry standard software, learn how to lay out and assemble an ad, a flier, or a book using type, color, artwork and photography to produce effective and compelling print publications and products.
More options for the media enthusiast
Along with the Interactive Media and Graphic Design degree programs described above, we offer several other programs designed to prepare you for a career in the entertainment industry:
- Bachelor's in Business Management: Music Business
- Bachelor's in Media Business
- Associate Degree or Diploma in Digital Video and Media Production
Find out more about our Interactive Media and Graphic Design program
Contact our admissions office today for detailed information about the Interactive Media and Graphic Design two-year degree or college diploma program. Turn your talent into a career!
