Graphic Design
Graphic designers are professional visual communicators who convert the written word into abstract ideas. They think in images, typography, and design and visually communicate type as an art form. Graphic design is direct communication. Graphic designers are found in corporations, government, institutions, advertising agencies, design firms, and commercial printers. Many freelance as independent designers. Duties may include creating web sites, books, magazines, logos, symbols, newspapers, print and TV ads, packaging, exhibits, signage, and other types of visual communications.
The Graphic Design program at Bauder College is designed to give students a balanced and comprehensive course of instruction that provides an in-depth knowledge of the graphic design business, and encourages creativity while stressing technical and presentation skills. The traditional concepts of craphic design with the current graphic design practices and the latest in technology enable students to be more competent and efficient designers. Professionals guide students in exploring the many ways of developing and creating a range of design projects such as advertising campaigns, logogs, packaging, posters, publications, and more from the concept to final printing process. Students have many opportunities to interact with professionals from field trips and externships to the active Advisory Board of the College.
