Looking to grow a deep portfolio and skill set for a career in publication design or branding/advertising?

The Master's Certificate program is a platform for success, enabling you to develop a rounded portfolio in print design or brand identity, and branch out into Web design, digital imaging, digital photography, or game art.

As a Master's Certificate program student, you'll complete the Foundation level, developing technical and creative skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Digital imaging, illustration, and layout projects prepare you to work creatively with color, typography, composition, and visual identity.

At the Master's level, students choose two professional concentrations. One concentration must be in graphic design: either Print Design or Brand Identity. In the second concentration, you can deepen your graphic design portfolio or explore a related art/design field: Web Design, Digital Imaging, Digital Photography, or Game Art.

Imagine your portfolio with your digital photography or 3D artwork alongside your ads, logos, and packaging work. Upon completing the Master's Level, you'll present a body of work to a portfolio review panel for feedback. The focus of the class is to help you present your work effectively to potential employers.

Certificate programs start on a monthly basis. You'll progress through your program in a cohort of up to 30 students. A designated Student Advisor will guide you throughout your program, helping you keep track of course deadlines and complete your program on time. Group progress reports and student work showcases foster peer interaction and inspire you to put your all into every project. More about the student experience.

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