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Digital Graphic Design

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski

DiplomaNon-degreeCIP: 50.0402

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Credits

12 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

  • Program Pathway to Digital Media & DesignFrom The University of Tennessee
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Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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Locations

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 27-1024.00

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
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Graphic Designers27-1024.00
  • Special Effects Artists and Animators27-1014.00
  • Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film27-4031.00
  • Commercial and Industrial Designers27-1021.00
  • Artists and Related Workers, All Other27-1019.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

Auto-populated·from NSX Competency Framework

Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Diploma)

  • Concept development from creative brief — produce 3–5 directions for review on routine projects.
  • Brand-system applications across multiple touchpoints — execute consistently in a defined system.
  • Multi-channel asset packages (web, social, email, print) — deliver as a cohesive system.
  • Client and stakeholder revisions — manage diplomatically and translate vague feedback into specific changes.
  • Photo art-direction and retouching — direct or execute to a senior's vision on shoot days.
  • Layout systems and grids — design and apply across publication-scale projects.
  • Junior designers and interns — mentor on technical and conceptual fundamentals.
  • Project timelines and dependencies — plan and meet on a personally owned project.
  • Cross-functional review with copy, account, and production — collaborate substantively in meetings.
  • New software and platform features — learn and incorporate from Creative Cloud releases.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
89%
Placement Rate
38%