Graphic Design

Overview

Students in the Graphic Design program of the St. Clair College  display a passion for print and web design, package design, typography, motion graphics, photography and illustration. Students will develop the ability to visualize and express concepts based on the clients’ needs. This requires creativity and imagination while meeting tight deadlines.

Program Highlights

• Six week internship in an industry environment.

• Traditional media and enhanced digital media training.

• All faculty are professional graphic designers, illustrators or multimedia artists.

• Graduation from this program provides the first step in professional accreditation as a Registered Graphic Designer (Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario).

• Student-run Graphic Design Club.

• Graduate design exhibition in the community in year three.

• Program emphasizes creativity, originality and critical thinking.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can find entry-level positions including junior designer, prepress production artist and web designer. Opportunities exist in advertising agencies, graphic design studios, with printers or publishers, with newspapers and doing in-house design. There is also the potential for freelancing and contract work. With experience the designer can become an art director, creative director or production manager.