Interactive Media for Graphic Design, Certificate

Program Details

Semester 1

• GRD 470 - Interactive Media I Credits: 3

Semester 2

• GRD 471 - Interactive Media II Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 6

These credits are applicable to the AAS degree in Graphic Design  .

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$185.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for certificate: $1,125-$1,275**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Video production on a crew working on sets and in studios.
• Define goals and audience content and assets.
• Structure flowcharts and site maps.
• Design page comps and production storyboards.
• Build and test sites using Adobe Fireworks, Adobe Dreamweaver and other adobe software
• Upload, launch and revise pages and sites.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Ability to learn new procedures and software technical skills quickly and independently.
• A thorough knowledge of basic computer OS skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Desire and discipline to spend whatever time it takes to complete complicated projects.

What Else Should I Consider about this Specialist Certificate?

• Working in interactive media requires a dedication to keeping current with standards and software that change every year. Continuing self-education is a must.
• Average starting salary for Graphic Design degree: $35,000 (U.S. Dept. of Labor)

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