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What Will I Learn?
Basic Drawing
Art Medias
Graphic Design
Desktop Publishing
Advertising Fundamentals
Adobe CS2
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Technical Skills
Leadership & Employment

Career Opportunities
Graphic Designer
Illustrator
Print Media Specialist
Art Director
Web Designer
Freelance Artist

If you are thrilled with the idea of using your imagination to create works that stimulate, excite, and challenge others, then you may have what it takes to be a designer. The key is your creativity - nearly everything else is just practice. Your imagination is what will set you apart from everyone else, and it is your most important tool as a designer.

Awards & Contests
2006 AWARDS
2005 AWARDS

On-The-Job Training
While still in school, students can participate in On-the-job training where they work during and after school and during the summer. Average entry wages range from $7.06 to $11.00 per hour

It's Your Choice
Choosing any of the occupations in the Commercial Art program can provide job security, an above average wage, leisure time and the opportunity to pursue other interests. If one of your interests is a college degree, those high-skill wages will help with tuition.

Examples of Student Works
Gallery 2005-2006
Student Gallery Archive 1997-2005 |

Advance Technical Training
Receive Credit toward programs at:
Erwin Technical Center
Hillsborough Community College
Four-Year Universities
Technical Colleges

Average national wages range from $440 to $885 per week.
Top 10% earned and average of $800 to $1,500 per week

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