Graphic Design

Entertainment Option

The Graphic Design Entertainment option prepares students for careers in graphic design within the entertainment industries. The curriculum stimulates creative expression in all aspects of the field of entertainment marketing to facilitate the creation of design. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, using effective communication, professionalism, and critical reasoning to strengthen the students’ abilities to compete in this global industry.

Associate of Arts Curriculum

Course Description Units
GNST 1040 English Composition 3
GNST 1080 Drawing Fundamentals 3
GNST 1230 Color & Design Theory 3
GNST 1600 Effective Speaking 3
GNST 1620 The Creative Process 3
GNST 1650 Critical Thinking 3
GNST 2020 Survey of Western Art I 3
GNST 2220 History of Design 3
GNST 2420 Survey of Western Art II 3
GNST 2440 Professional Practices for Graphic Design 3
GNST 2780 Major Art Movements 3
GNST 2960 American Political & Economic History 3
GRPH 1050 Digital Imaging 3
GRPH 1100 Desktop Publishing 3
GRPH 1250 Design I 3
GRPH 1300 Computer Illustration 3
GRPH 1450 Design II 3
GRPH 1500 Critical Concepts 3
GRPH 1720 Typography 3
GRPH 2080 Photo Rendering 3
GRPH 2180 Brand Innovations 3
GRPH 2250 Website Design 3
GRPH 2280 Key-Art Design 3
GRPH 2300 Prepress Production 3
GRPH 2420 Developing Assets 3
GRPH 2480 Specialty Design 3
GRPH 2840 Title Design 3
GRPH 2990 Industry Studio 3
GRPH 2820 Graphics in Motion 3
MMKT 1550 Marketing & Brand Development 3
  Total Units of Credit
90