Graphic Design

Graphic Design students plan, analyze, and create visual solutions to a variety of real world communication challenges. Students will learn to combine imagery and visual text to effectively deliver messages for a variety of purposes, including advertising, displays, promotional materials, and instructional manuals. They will learn to create strong page layout compositions using the foundation principles of design, color theory and typography. Second-year students build upon their skills learned in their first year and begin to explore a variety of animation techniques.

Instructor: Jennifer Michael

A Typical Student in Graphic Design

Creative and enjoys hands-on projects
Comfortable using a computer and are proficient navigating a Mac
Artistically minded and has some artistic skills, especially drawing skills
Comfortable working independently and in small groups
Enjoys working with clients on real-life projects

In the past
five years

Students have worked on projects for community groups, local companies, area high schools, and student organizations
Students have gone on to attend Ball State School of Art, Purdue Richmond, IUPUI Herron School of Art, Butler University, and more
Students collaborated with other career programs to complete joint projects

What You Will Learn

Learn design principles
Implement conceptual designs
Interact with clients during the design process
Learn industry software

GRD I
GRD II

Course Information

Number of High School Credits:

Prerequisites:

None

Eligible Grade Levels:

11, 12

Location:

New Castle High School

Required Cost:

Approximately $163.00 Covers: Drawing tools, notebook, Adobe Certification

Industry Certification:

Adobe Certification – Testing is required and fees apply. Qualifies for THD.