Graphic Design and Interactive Media

Statewide Program of Study

The Graphic Design and Interactive Media program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos.

This program of study may also include exploration into designing clothing and accessories, and creating special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media, for use in computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

Informational One Pager

This Program of Study is in our

Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster

This cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content, including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.

Pathway Courses

Below are the classes that are taken in this pathway.

Having an asterisk * by the course name represents it being an advanced course.

Level 1

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications

Level 2

Graphic Design and Illustration I

Level 3

Graphic Design and Illustration II/Lab*

Level 4

Practicum in Graphic Design & Illustration*

OR

3D Modeling & Animation*/Digital Art & Animation*

Expanded Learning Opportunities

Learning beyond the walls of the classroom is extremely important to making sure you are college and career ready. See what we offer for this pathway.

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Exploration Activities

  • Participate in

    SkillsUSA

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Work-Based Learning Activities

  • Intern with a

    multimedia or

    animation studio

  • Obtain a certificate or

    certification in

    graphic design

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Industry-Based Certifications

  • Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic Design and

    Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator - Level 2

  • Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design Using

    Adobe Photoshop - Level 3

  • Adobe Certified Professional in Print and Digital

    Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign - Level 4

Postsecondary Opportunities

Explore what degrees that will continue your learning past high school.

Aligned Occupations

Below are potential careers that are aligned with this pathway. Review their salaries and job trends.

Graphic Designers

$44,824
Median Wage

1,433
Annual Openings

15%
Growth

Multimedia Artists and Animators

$67,392
Median Wage

186
Annual Openings

21%
Growth