Graphic Design & Animation

Explore concepts in print and digital media including illustration, typography, layout design, logos, advertisements and animations that you can display in your professional portfolio. You will have the opportunity to explore graphic design and animation skills that will help you pursue additional training.

Work EnvironmentCourse OutlineStudent Supplies
Most graphic designers work as staff or freelance artists for in-house departments of companies, printing, publishing firms, media studios and a variety of other businesses. Job duties include creating graphic concepts for print, multi-media design, web media and animations. Other aspects of the job may include: developing corporate branding, designing logos, illustrations, advertisements, posters, event flyers/program covers, typography, package designs, novel cover concepts and animations.
  • Foundations in Art and Design
  • Illustration, Perspective, Color Theory, Drawing, 2-D Design
  • Job Interviewing
  • Portfolio Development
  • Graphic Design
  • Typography
  • Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop and Animation
  • Design Preparation
  • Digital Design
1. (3) #2 Pencils, Fine line black sharpie marker, Extra fine black sharpie marker
2. Sketchbook
3. Binder
4. Flash Drive

CTE Endorsement

Students must successfully meet the academic and attendance criteria for a two-year Wilson Tech Certificate of Completion, be High School diploma eligible, and pass the following national certification exam: SkillsUSA Graphic Design Career Essentials Assessment Exam.

About the instructor

Cindy McEvoy worked as a designer and art director for several advertising agencies across New York State before starting her career in education. She holds undergraduate degrees from Fashion Institute of Technology and Dowling College and a master’s from SUNY Albany. She has taught both high school students and adult students and maintains affiliations with many art and design professional organizations. Ms. McEvoy is a SkillsUSA advisor.