Program: Digital Design & Publication
The Desktop/Media Publishing program trains students to write, design, and produce a variety of publications on different computer platforms. The program prepares students to work in office environments involving desktop publishing or to work on a freelance basis.
Career Opportunities
Students learn to write, design and produce publications (websites, fliers, brochures, newsletters, in-house magazines). The program prepares students to work on websites, newspapers, magazines, in advertising agencies or in other environments involving digital design and publication or to work on a free-lance basis. For successful employment, you should be able to type 30+ words a minute, write with a proficiency equal to placement in ENGL 1, and have a basic understanding of the principles of color and design theory.
Degrees & Certificates
This Certificate of Achievement prepares students for an entry-level position in a variety of web journalism and graphic arts settings and serves as a foundation for specialization.
This Associate degree prepares students for career advancement once a certificate has been earned. Appropriate course selection also facilitates transfer in a related major.
Digital Design & Publication (AA + Cert) Curriculum Guide
Explore the degrees and certificates offered by Digital Design & Publication Program.
Associate in Arts (AA), Digital Design & Publication
Students learn to write, design, and produce publications (websites, flyers, brochures, newsletters, in-house magazines). The program prepares students to work on websites, newspapers, magazines, in advertising agencies or in other environments involving digital design and publication or to work on a freelance basis. For successful employment, you should be able to type 30+ words a minute, write with a proficiency equal to placement in ENGL 1, and have a basic understanding of the principles of color and design theory. This Associate degree prepares students for career advancement once a certificate has been earned. Appropriate course selection may also facilitate transfer in a related major.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Write, design, and produce a publication.
- Prepare students for entry an level position in desktop publishing.
Certificate of Achievement, Digital Design & Publication
This Certificate of Achievement prepares students for an entry-level position in a variety of business settings and serves as a foundation for specialization.