Digital Graphic Design

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis

DiplomaNon-degreeCIP: 50.0402

The mission of the Digital Graphic Design Program is to meet the needs of business and industry by preparing students for employment as entry-level graphic designers and updating the skills of existing personnel.

Credits

35 credits

Format

In-Person

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

Program Pathway to Digital Media & DesignFrom The University of Tennessee

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Digital Graphic Design

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis

DiplomaNon-degreeCIP: 50.0402

Credits

35 credits

Format

In-Person

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingReading ComprehensionWritingTime ManagementActive LearningComplex Problem SolvingSocial PerceptivenessMonitoringCoordinationOperations Analysis

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageCommunications and MediaDesignCustomer and Personal ServiceEngineering and TechnologyAdministration and ManagementFine ArtsTelecommunicationsProduction and ProcessingMechanicalMathematicsAdministrative

Abilities

Near VisionOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityOriginalityWritten ExpressionVisual Color DiscriminationVisualizationInformation OrderingFluency of IdeasSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityFar VisionInductive Reasoning

Tasks

Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.
Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
Design complex graphics and animation, using independent judgment, creativity, and computer equipmen
Create basic designs, drawings, and illustrations for product labels, cartons, direct mail, or telev
Participate in design and production of multimedia campaigns, handling budgeting and scheduling, and
Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and cam
Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising
Adjust positions and controls of cameras, printers, and related equipment to change focus, exposure,
Operate drones to capture aerial or unique angle footage for film, television, or video productions.
Prepare sketches of ideas, detailed drawings, illustrations, artwork, or blueprints, using drafting
Modify and refine designs, using working models, to conform with customer specifications, production
Evaluate feasibility of design ideas, based on factors such as appearance, safety, function, service
Work with creative directors to develop design solutions.
Present final layouts to clients for approval.
Manage own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.
Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and
Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation o
Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarit
Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.

Technology

Document management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareVideo creation and editing softwareDesktop publishing softwareDevelopment environment softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareWeb platform development softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareWord processing softwareComputer based training software

Tools

35 millimeter camerasComputer laser printersComputer scannersDesktop computersDigital camerasGraphics tabletsLaptop computersPersonal computersPhotocopying equipmentWide format printersDigital paperDigital pensPanoramic digital camerasAudio equalizersAutomatic film processorsBatteriesCable compression crimp toolsCircumaural headphonesDJI Go 4DJI PilotDigital light metersDigital multimetersDirectors' viewfindersDistortion analyzersDroneDeployDroneLogbookElectronic field production EFP camerasExternal monitorsCompact digital camerasLiquid crystal display LCD video projectors

Work Values

AchievementIndependenceRecognitionWorking ConditionsRelationshipsSupport

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