Design Your Future: AAS in Graphic Design & Digital Media
A graphic design degree from RCBC provides the skills needed to succeed in the industry, whether you plan to transfer to a bachelor-granting institution or enter the workforce directly.
Students interested in this program should have an aptitude for the visual arts. While not required, an interview or portfolio review may help assess interests and ensure proper course placement. Those considering transfer options are encouraged to research admission requirements for four-year degree-granting institutions early in their studies.
The Graphic Design & Digital Media program at RCBC equips students with essential design concepts and practices while fostering critical thinking about visual communication.
Graduates can pursue careers in various creative fields, including layout artist, web design, art direction, creative direction, freelance, advertising design, package & logo design, animation, illustration, environmental design, and information graphics specialists.
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Upon completion of the Graphic Design & Digital Media (AAS.GDD) program, students will be able to:
- Apply visual composition, typography, symbolic representation, and design history principles to their work.
- Demonstrate strong collaboration and problem-solving skills throughout the design process.
- Utilize industry-standard tools and technologies to create original print and digital media designs.
- Develop a professional portfolio and implement strategies for employment or transfer opportunities.
The GDD Program Advisory Board seeks to maintain an open relationship with industry
professionals to guide curriculum development, course content and learning outcomes,
internship opportunities and guidance in all areas of the design industry. Our Advisory Board
members include professionals from package design, brand identity design, UX/UI design,
typographic design, prepress design, product design as well as instructors at the secondary and
post-secondary levels. Some of our members are former graduates from the GDD program who
have been working in the industry for the past decade. Our Advisory Board provides us with
valuable feedback which allows us to better train the designers of tomorrow.
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