Graphic Design II
This course expands upon digital design skills learned in Graphic Design 1 and introduces Adobe Flash to build and edit animation and graphics using the Flash interface. Adobe InDesign (desktop publishing software) is then utilized to create effective publications such as print and digital announcements, fliers, advertisements, and reports. This course covers the processes to create, import, and manipulate text and/or graphics through use of software features.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 10-12 grade
Digital Image II
This class will provide advanced level education in digital techniques, including Adobe software, and the development of expertise in the elements and principles of design as they relate to the art of photography. Lighting techniques are taught in detail including studio electronic flash lighting and continuous lighting. The working methods of the professional photographer are explored in the production of a portfolio of black-and-white and color images for commercial or fine art applications. Students will leave this class with an extensive digital portfolio.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 10-12 grade
Graphics Production I
Digital Media Capstone focuses on the development of a professional ePortfolio of student work within a dynamic digital environment. The course takes an integrated approach to build this portfolio through a combination of hands-on exercises, case analysis, and current industry expectations of digital media. Students will explore how to develop and organize a portfolio for presentation, how to work on proposals from clients, create a body of work that illustrates their skills, and how to work collaboratively on a team. In addition to understanding the tools and techniques required to successfully solve a clients’ problem or meet their design needs, students will learn how to make proposals, develop the perfect resume, and cover letter, and gain presentation skills. The focus of the class will be to have a completed portfolio to present to a future employer for an internship or entry-level position, or to a university for entry into their program of choice.
- 1 Credit (2 semesters)
- 10-12 grade
Graphics Production II
This course is a continuation of Graphic Productions 1. Students can focus on a specific area in this experiential project-based class in which they collaborate with the Marketing Seminar students to create real design assets for clients or work on DAM Mag. If students wish to work on the school publication, DAM Mag, or if they wish to forecast for building design work for clients, they should forecast for this course. The capstone requires students to complete Graphic Design 1 and 2 or instructor approval.
- 1 Credit (2 semesters)
- 11-12 grade