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326 - Graphic & Media Design (AS)

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Digital Media and Animation

College/School

School of Arch,Mgmt & Eng Tech

Program Description

The graphic and media design (AS) program provides graduates with foundational knowledge in graphic design for screen-based and print media. The program focuses on developing the contemporary problem-solving and design skills needed to apply the elements and principles of design, drawing, and visual communication. An awareness of design history is combined with the latest topics in graphic and media design to provide an informed student aimed at innovation in the field.

Graduates will possess the skills necessary to be well rounded in both design and production across a wide variety of print and digital media. They will be prepared for entry-level positions at design firms and in-house design and/or production departments within larger companies.

Program Advantages

The Alfred State graphic and media design (GMD) program is different from other such programs because it is constructed to meet the current needs for design in a time-based, screen-filled world. From cellphones to video billboards, new venues are demanding movement and interaction. This program is built to take advantage of new and ever-changing technologies and remain at the leading edge of design.

Because designers are being asked to design for print and screen, this requires new thinking, new versatility, and a new type of creative problem-solver. A new versatile designer is what Alfred State's graphic and media design program is designed to produce.

Professional Outlook

Employment and continuing education rate of 67 percent – 100 percent continued their education.

OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

  • Graphic design

  • Media design

  • Fine art

  • Video and audio production

  • Marketing

  • Communications

  • Education

Continuing Education Opportunities

DIRECT ENTRY INTO BACCALAUREATE DEGREE PROGRAM

Graphic and media design AS graduates may enter directly into either the graphic and media design BS, the interdisciplinary studies BTech, or the technology management BBA degree program.

Graduates will be well prepared to continue into baccalaureate programs in graphic design, media production, and education

Related Programs

Related Clubs

  • Visual Impact Club

Office of Accessibility Services

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact the Office of Accessibility Services by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.

Title

Program Coordinator

Name

Kylan Sattler

Email

sattlek@alfredstate.edu