Receiving a degree in graphic design means you are well schooled in visual design and animation. There are many opportunities with graphic design because companies are always seeking skilled individuals for marketing. You will be focusing on the visual organization of a company’s niche and message they wish to deliver. This is more than designing billboard ads, you will concentrate on utilizing computer technology combined with media, various art and communications to convey your messages. Career options include developing web sites such as e-commerce business sites, working with all forms of media in a corporation and also developing new methods to express meaning in digital media.

The US Dept. of Labor reports the graphic design field will grow 17% in the next 5 years, similar to most other fields in America. You will want to make sure you are well versed in all computer design software and website design to give you the best chance of employment.

Popular design programs:

• CAD/Computer Aided Drafting
• Fashion Design & Merchandising
• Film & Television Production
• Fine Arts
• Graphic Design
• Interior Design
• Multimedia Design
• Video Game Design
• Visual Communications
• Web Design