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From movie posters and social media stories to video shorts and websites, media plays a vital role in the way businesses communicate with their audience. Our program enables you to be successful in today’s media environments and design-driven industries.
Grow as creative storytellers in multi-channel marketing avenues. You’ll develop a broad range of skills in visualization, communication, presentation, writing and technology. Learn about the importance of research, critical thinking, and unique cultural perspectives. Get skills in tactical strategic thinking, brand development and production that you can apply to your career right away. Pathways include Mass Communications, Graphic Design, Web Design and Development, and Videography.
The Graphic Design program prepares you for an entry-level career in graphic design and production. The program will teach you to use current industry software to design and develop graphic elements which are produced for electronic and print communications. The integrated curriculum includes courses in fine art and design, graphic arts, computer layout and illustration, and small-business planning.
Graphic design is a highly competitive field and your key to starting a career is developing in-demand skills for the industry. You are working to build a powerful portfolio of work to showcase your talents as a layout artist, illustrator, and/or website designer. Throughout the program, portfolio development and following the best business practices are emphasized.
I became a mom at age 18. When this happened, I let go of having the university experience. However, I still valued my education and knew I needed to better myself for my children and community. My family encouraged me to start classes at PCC. The quality of education and professors, connections to peers, and campus community made PCC an easy choice when returning to get a second degree. Looking back, I would have chosen this institution to begin my education journey again.
Our discipline-specific courses average 20 students per class and are taught using industry standard software and equipment.
Our PCC Media Communications staff consists of professionals working for local media, broadcast and news organizations or entrepreneurs. Many instructors have 20 or more years of experience in related fields, bringing current real-world experience straight into the classroom.
The PCC Center for New Media offers hands-on learning through work-study and internships, providing valuable broadcasting experience through major events in Pueblo and surrounding communities.
Further your career. Our team will assist you in building a professional portfolio of work, strong resume optimization, and interview tactics. We also leverage PCC expert career resources.
You’ve got choices! Your goals are important, and we have options to meet them. Degrees are specialized to meet student needs. Not sure of a long-term commitment? Want to retool your resume? Each degree is matched with a certificate that introduces you to core concepts in a specialty media area with the flexibility to apply to a media degree.
Stackable certificates include Intro to Creative Communications, Video Production, and Web Design.
The Graphic Design program prepares you for an entry-level career in graphic design and production. The program will teach you to use current industry software to design and develop graphic elements which are produced for electronic and print communications. The integrated curriculum includes courses in fine art and design, graphic arts, computer layout and illustration, and small-business planning. Courses are taught on both PC and MAC platforms.
Graphic design is a highly competitive field and your key to starting a career is developing industry-demanded skills and a portfolio to showcase your talents as a layout artist, illustrator and/or website designer. Throughout the program, portfolio development and attaining the best business practices are emphasized with utmost importance.
Prospective students interested in the Mass Communications courses should begin by filling out a free Admissions Application online or go to the New Student Studio at PCC. Please contact the department chair to learn more and confirm your interest in the program.
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