The Graphic and Interactive Design Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program is a two-year program that prepares you to go directly into a specialized career in print design, advertising design, web design or interactive design.

As a graphics student, you’ll learn what it means to kern type, crop photos and “lose the widows.” From the creative process to interpersonal communication, our students receive hands-on experience and learn employable skills that prepare them to enter directly into a career. With a trusted reputation in the Orlando creative industry, we pride ourselves in educating some of the most talented designers in Central Florida. Our students have received recognition in local, regional, national and even international competitions. Their accomplishments include over 100 ADDY Awards, Florida Print Awards, the Create Awards, the ONE Show, Print Magazine and Siggraph.

Specializations Available:

Graphic Design

Interactive Design

Learn How To

Layout and create graphic elements for user interfaces (UI) and design web pages.

Layout and create graphic elements for publications, advertisements, and other printed collateral.

Create advertising campaigns; including branding, printed collateral, websites, social media, and user interfaces.

Job Outlook

Combining the fundamentals of good design with proficiency in new computer and multimedia technologies, talented graphic designers are in more demand than ever. Our graduates have landed jobs in design studios, advertising agencies, marketing and public relations firms, printing and publishing companies, web design firms, interactive design companies and other highly creative environments. There are also many freelance opportunities.

Potential Careers

• Graphic Designer
• Web Designer
• Brand Designer
• Advertising Designer
• User Interface Designer
• Interactive Designer
• Illustrator (digital and traditional)
• Front-end Web Developer
• Production Artist