Master the fundamentals of graphic design for web, print, and marketing in the digital age. The Graphic and Digital Design Program offers intensive training in industry standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to build a foundation of skills for your creativity to play on.
But industry professionals need more than artistic ability. Learn how to work with clients in a real-world setting and how to implement their business goals in your marketing and designs. The program also covers how to network, pitch your value, run campaigns, and showcase a tailored portfolio
Classes run Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a total of 20 hours of instruction per week. A three-day school week frees time for you to work a part-time job, build your skills, make industry contacts, or simply relax in beautiful Vancouver.
• Small class sizes maximize individual attention
• Master graphic design on industry software
• Create powerful websites using WordPress
• Learn branding and business strategy
• Build a personal brand and professional portfolio
Next Intake: September 23, 2019 to July 10, 2020
Domestic Students: $9,900
International Students: $11,900
Financial assistance may be available to eligible students
Certificate
Small class sizes mean all our industry professional instructors are able to foster personalized learning through maximized individual attention. This ensures you can take full advantage of the program’s interactive lectures and project-based learning environment.
However, small class sizes also mean that space is limited. Apply early for your best chance of acceptance.
Create a professional portfolio that commands the attention of employers. Plus, put your best foot forward in this in-demand field with your own personal brand (including a personal logo, business cards, and resume), networking skills, and business development knowledge gained through the program.
Graduates may immediately seek job opportunities such as graphic designer, web designer, advertising designer or director, layout designer, UX/UI designer, and a variety of other positions in and beyond the fields of marketing, print, and digital design.
Jaime is a Studio Master’s Professor, Graphic Designer, Industrial Designer, and Front End Web Designer. A graduate of the University of Illinois and Scuola Politecnica di Design, Jaime has worked for design firms with big-name clients such as Armani, Disneyland, Motorola, Adidas and more. He is also an award-winning instructor of design, teaching at various schools including Tribeca College, Tecnológico de Monterrey, and InFocus Film School.
Angela is an award-winning designer and leading advocate for social change through design. She is a graduate of University of the Arts London and her clients have spanned from big clients such as Marks and Spencer, Disney, and BBC to a host of social and environmental causes. As an educator of graphic design, Angela has seen many of her students go on to be leaders in their field, working in corporations, design firms, and as entrepreneurs across the globe.
Chas has over 30 years of experience working with the world’s top brands in the creative and marketing industry and has won numerous international design awards. As Creative Director of TransformEXP, he has worked alongside his wife, Angela, for companies such as BC Liquor Stores and Ritz-Carlton Resorts.
Intakes are capped and spaces fill quickly. Apply early for your best chance of acceptance.
Portfolios are not required, however, submitting one will improve your chances of acceptance. Portfolios may include up to 10 photos or images, and/or a video submission up to 2-minutes in length. Portfolios do not have to be directly graphic design related.
Portfolios are used to evaluate the applicant’s photographic, technical, and/or design strength and their passion for visual media. No specific artistic or technical skills are required, however, any an applicant does possess is an asset.
