Program Description
As the price of computers drops and more and more companies move into the digital marketplace, there is a growing need for graphic designers. Students interested in pursuing entry-level positions in ad design, graphics for the web, or the creation of flyers and brochures would benefit from the Graphic Design and Prepress Technician Certificate program. Students will learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, and will receive a general introduction to design and preparing files for print.
Career Information
Occupation
Special Effects Artists and Animators
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 25% nationally and 60% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $30,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Program Contact Information
Karen Shacham
Director, Design and Media Production
Academic Building C1110V
kshacham@atlantatech.edu
404-225-4552
Trent Lumpkin
Instructor, Design and Media Production
Academic Building C1110H
tlumpkin@atlantatech.edu
404-225-4540
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 2 Terms
Credit Hours: 24
Estimated Program Cost: $3,384
Required Courses
Occupational Courses (24 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 24
Program Outcomes
1. The graduate will be able to demonstrate proper usage of page layout software.
2. The graduate will be able to demonstrate proper creation and editing of both vector graphics and raster images.
3. The graduate will demonstrate proper pre-flighting, correction, and packaging of files for print.