College Diploma - Graphic Design

Graphic Designers use highly developed technical skills and a mastery of digital technology to capture the imagination through original design in a variety of media from print to screen. They develop solutions for businesses, building corporate branding, designing websites and creating inspiring visuals that send a powerful message. Graphic design has a proven return on investment and has become essential to the success of all business, putting designers in high demand.

Traditionally graphic designers created for print. There is still a great need for design and printing of environmental graphics for retail store interiors, conferences, wayfinding and events, as well as swag, product packaging and much more. But now through digital space, graphic designers are also working in fields like user interface design, online marketing and advertising, motion graphics and more. The opportunities are limitless!

In CNA's state-of-the-art facilities, students will gain traditional and cutting-edge skills through problem-solving and creative exploration with typography, colour, space and placement. Students will train in digital photography, package design, traditional and digital printing and more, and students will leave here with a professional portfolio of your work to take out into the world with them.

Program Highlights

• Extensive training that combines natural creativity with strategic design techniques
• Experiential, hands-on learning with industry associations and companies
• Collaborative projects with other CNA arts programs such as Sound Recording & Production, Journalism and Applied Music, Textile & Apparel Design, and the suite of Television & Film programs
• High job placement success rate