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Graphic Arts

Overview

The Graphic Arts program equips students with the technical skills and practical experience necessary to design and produce printed communications using offset, screen, and digital technologies. Students learn the fundamentals of graphic design and use software applications, including Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and QuarkXPress, to prepare electronic files for output. First-year studies focus on computer graphic illustration, graphic design, and print production. Throughout the program, students gain hands-on experience with large format printing, single and multiple color offset printing, and screen printing. Juniors work on real projects for the school and local non-profit organizations, developing a portfolio of printing projects. Eligible seniors are in demand for paid employment with local co-op employers, leading to continued full-time employment or further training in the printing field.
 

Program Highlights

  • Curriculum:
    • Offset, screen, and digital technologies
    • Computer graphic illustration, graphic design, and print production
    • Large format printing, single and multiple color offset printing, and screen printing
    • Bindery finishing, including trimming, folding, padding, and stitching
    • Development of a portfolio of printing projects

Learning Experience

Students in the Graphic Arts program engage in both theoretical and practical training in print production and graphic design. Juniors have the opportunity to work on real-world projects under the supervision of their instructors, providing valuable experience and portfolio development. The program also includes hands-on experience in bindery finishing and various printing technologies.
 

Certification

  • Adobe Photoshop CS
  • Adobe Illustrator CS
  • Adobe ACE Specialist
  • Adobe ACE Master
  • ICIA Certified Technology Specialist
  • GAERF PrintED Accreditation for Intro to Graphic Arts and Graphic Design

Employment opportunities available with senior year co-op and after graduation:

 

Graphic designer, art director, creative director, web designer, illustrator, packaging designer, print production manager, branding specialist, multimedia designer, screen printing, wide format signage

 

Earning Potential Range:

$19/hr to $22/hr, depending on role and experience.
 
 

Locations:

 

DELCASTLE TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Instructor:

Mr. John Rykaczewski