Graphic Design Training Program

Good design is something you can recognize and appreciate. If you find the creative process to be fascinating, then don’t just be fascinated – be determined. Show off your talent through your design and enjoy a sense of accomplishment when you complete a project from start to finish. The Graphic Design program at Carrington College® California is challenging, satisfying and a good fit for individuals who want to make it their career.

Graphic Design is a combination of art, discipline and innovation. Our program is set up to help you gain the knowledge and confidence to be successful in the creative industry. Ideally, you’ll leave here with the ability to:

• Express your creativity and imagination using industry-standard graphic design software
• Demonstrate your critical thinking, information management and communication skills
• Maintain respectful, responsible and professional relationships with clients and colleagues
• Gain an understanding of design theories and principles and how to best implement them
• Produce a portfolio that demonstrates your range of graphic design skills

Designing a new vision for your future

As a graphic design student, you don’t need any computer experience to join the program. What matters is that you have the dedication, creativity and positive outlook necessary to learn new material.

A career in graphic design involves using technical and creative skills to create visual solutions for clients. It’s about having the ability to understand and visually communicate information. We’ll work to teach you what you need to know for an entry-level graphic design job. You could end up working at advertising agencies, publishing companies, design firms, marketing departments or as a freelancer.

The Graphic Design training program at Carrington College California focuses on preparing you for an array of different avenues within the digital media field. We make sure to offer the most up-to-date software and technology that you’re likely to use throughout your career. As a student pursuing your Certificate or Associate degree in Graphic Design, you’ll learn about design concepts that focus on:

• Photo editing
• Logo design
• Branding and identity
• Desktop publishing
• Website design
• Website animation
• Video editing

When it comes to freelance design, the program can provide helpful advice for building your own business. From establishing rates to generating estimates and invoices to communicating with clients, you can develop professional skills that can help you build an impressive and professional portfolio. After all, success in graphic design isn’t based on creativity alone. You also have to get compensated accordingly.

Build your creativity. Build your career.

Keep in mind the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts that the number of graphic design jobs will grow this decade. Employment is expected to increase by 13% from 2010 to 2020,* including many new jobs associated with interactive media.

To learn more about educational and career opportunities as a Graphic Designer, contact one of our Enrollment Services Representatives at Carrington College California. 

Graphic Design available at the following campus locations

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