IT-Graphic Design (AAS.DPGD)
Become an asset to any business with the IT-Graphic Design program. As a graphic designer, you will be able to use publishing software to create page layouts for print or electronic publication. In addition to designing pages, you may edit or write text. Some graphic designers might be responsible for correcting spelling, punctuation and grammar, or for writing original content themselves. Your responsibilities may vary widely from project to project and employer to employer. Smaller firms typically use graphic designers to perform a wide range of tasks, while graphic designers at larger firms may specialize in one part of the publishing process.
There is a moderate demand for graphic designers. Some jobs graphic designers may qualify for include:
- Graphic Designer
- Prepress Operator
- Blend of Administrative & Graphic Design Duties
- Freelance Designer
According to Career Coach, the median pay for area professionals in this career field in 2023 is $31,521 per year.
Hands On Experience
As a student in the Graphic Design program, you will be able to work with professional programs like:
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Dreamweaver
In addition to these courses, Lake Land offers two higher level courses that will help you learn exactly how to make various documents and to build your portfolio.
Meet the Faculty
msatterw@lakelandcollege.edu