English Search Visual Design Program Description Visual Design is a four-year program that prepares students with skills needed to excel in graphic design, advertising design, technical illustration, 2-D and 3-D design, drawing, painting, sculpture, and photography. In Visual Design, there is a strong focus on the fundamentals in art, computer graphic programs, and photography. Students learn the use of various media and techniques of the trade, and the proper tools needed to develop these skills. Our program prepares students for employment in the art field and entrance into post-secondary colleges. Students apply critical thinking to solve problems in a creative manner using state-of-the-art technologies. Upon graduation, students are able to pursue careers as computer graphic artists, designers, illustrators, freelance artists, photographers, and production artists. Through experience and higher education, they can become a Creative Director, Art Director, Senior Designer, Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Production Manager, or Illustrator. Students focus on industries responsibilities, career paths, and skills necessary for successful employment. By earning a “B” or better in certain courses, students in the program can earn college credits at Bristol Community College. Staff Teachers Keith Francis Laurie Hipolito Uthai Panayakul- Curriculum Leader Academy Administrator Jarrod Lussier 1234567 Course of Study Freshman Color Theory Exploring Art Medium Design Principles Computer Illustrations Typography Sophomore 60F2 General Trade Math 61F2 Studio Art 1 70F2 Visual Design Art Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign Junior Art History I 61F3 Principles and Concepts of Design I 62F3 Software Utilization I 70F3 Design and Visual Communications Advanced Computer Software Portfolio Development Motion Graphics Basic Photography Basic Web Design Senior 60F4 Analytical Mathematics 61F4 Principles and Concepts of Design 62F4 Software Utilization II 70F4 Design and Visual Communications Portfolio Development Web Design & Development Studio Photography Career Opportunities Packaging Designer Editorial Designer / Publications Designer Environmental Designer Book Designer Type Design Advertising Designer Trademark / Logo / Brand / Identity Designer Corporate / Annual Reports Audio / Visual Packaging Motion Graphics Production Artist Print Production Artist / Manager Digital Imaging Specialist Mac Operator Typesetter Desktop Publisher Layout Artist Production Director Production Manager Project Manager Interior Design Type Design Game Design Landscape Design Textile Design Design Professor Web Programmer Gaming Programmer Illustration Medical / Scientific Illustration Art Education (K-12) Art Therapy Museum Curator Gallery Director Art Historian Filmmaker Craft Artist Fine Artist Cartoonist ABOUT US The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, homelessness, immigration or veteran status in its education programs and activities, including admission to or employment in such programs or activities. 2019 Public Disclosure Statement of Non-Discrimination Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District 1121 Ashley Boulevard – New Bedford – MA – 02745 (508) 998-3321 Apply Now JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER Subscribe now to get latest news from Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Name Email* Designed and Developed by Higher Site