Digital Illustration, Certificate

Program Details

Semester 1

• GRD 459 - Illustrator Credits: 3
• GRD 463 - Photoshop Credits: 3

Semester 2

• GRD 464 - Digital Artistry Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 9

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

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$215.00 per credit

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

Varied Costs

Approximate total for certificate: $2,050-$2,110**

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

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Digital Illustrator.
• Digital photo illustration and correction.
• Technical production of illustrations for ads, flyers, brochures, magazines, newspapers and corporate material.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Have good computer skills.
• Accurately follow project specifications and instructions.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Have the ability to take art direction from supervisors, clients and coworkers to improve your work.
• Manage your time to meet established deadlines, work on multiple projects and stay within project budget.

What Else Should I Consider about this Specialist Certificate?

• Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Nondiscrimination Statement

It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.  

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