Graphic Design
Are you artistic? Do you like to be creative? lf so, the Graphic Design program could be for you!
The Graphic Design program teaches through hands-on projects that include the creation of logos, business cards, brochures, stationary, advertisements, posters, T-shirts, CD covers and more! Problem solving is emphasized using the principles of design, ad color, layout, typography and production artwork. Students become proficient in the operation of sophisticated MacIntosh graphic design software including QuarkXPress (design and layout), Adobe Illustrator (drawing) and Adobe Photoshop (photo manipulation).
What Students Say...
"The Bollman Center is a great way to get vocational and academic education. You get a lot of one-one-one help."
"The Bollman Center allows me to express my talent in an artistic setting."
"Bollman is a wonderful school. My teacher allows for learning at all paces. My graphic design class has also given me a chance to letter."
Graphic Design I (2 CCHE Academic Elective credits)
Graphic Design I teaches students the basics of graphic design. Course work and projects are designed to give each student a well-rounded understanding of the skills needed to become a proficient designer. Projects are designed to increase students' artistic abilities and creativity using a variety of mediums such as ink and marker. In addition, student projects reflect the use and knowledge of graphic design software programs. Students begin to produce a portfolio of their best work and a resume. Students become proficient in the operation of sophisticated MacIntosh graphic design software.
Notes:
This program is open to 11th and 12th grade students only.
Class meets for a double period daily.
Instructor recommendation/approval are required prior to enrollment in Graphic Design I.
Students who pre-register for Graphic Design I are required to attend a spring orientation session.
Letters of invitation will be mailed to all applicants.
Students accepted into Graphic Design I receive notification by mail.
Drawing and keyboarding are strongly recommended as a pre-requisites to Graphic Design I.
This is a two-credit course.
Graphic Design II (2 CCHE Academic Elective credits)
Graphic Design II teaches advanced skills and techniques in all areas of graphic design. Emphasis is placed on the continuing development of a professional portfolio that can be used for job and scholarship interviews and college acceptance requirements.
Students enrolled in Graphic Design II have the opportunity to take their projects one step further; they choose what they want to add to their portfolios and work on the project from the developmental and creative stages to completion, as if it were a professional job. Graphic Design II students may also complete a job shadow or internship with professional graphic designers.
Notes:
This program is open to 12th grade students only.
Class meets for a double period daily.
Successful completion of Graphic Design I and instructor recommendation/approval are required prior to enrollment in Graphic Design II.
This is a two-credit course.
Careers
Graphic designers use design principles to create a variety of commercial applications, ranging in complexity from a simple logo or symbol to an extensive corporate identity packages. Jobs in graphic design include Art Director, Designer, Layout Artist, Production Artist and Computer Designer. Graphic Designers work for companies such as advertising agencies, design firms, in-house graphics departments, commercial printing plants, newspapers, magazines and book publishers.
Although some students are able to secure entry-level employment upon completion of the two-year Graphic Design program, graduates are encouraged to seek additional training and education through a technical college or university. Several local colleges visit the program annually and offer college credit and/or scholarships to students completing the BTEC program.
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