The Graphic Design and Interactive Media: Fashion Design Program of Study allows students to experience all aspects of the fashion industry with an emphasis on textiles, apparel, design and construction. Students will develop professional standards and employability skills as required in the fashion industry. Fashion Design is a hands-on lab-based program where students produce fashion, textile, and apparel projects, learn industry equipment/technologies/software, create a portfolio, and gain business and industry career experiences.
Recommended Course Sequence:
Fashion Design I
Fashion Design II
Practicum in Fashion Design I
Practicum in Fashion Design II
Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop
StartSafe: Preparing for Work-Based Learning
Work-Based Learning opportunities may include:
Internship - gain hands-on experience by interning with a stylist or fashion merchandiser
Job Shadow - spend a day or more observing a career in fashion design, such as a fashion buyer, designer, or stylist
Service Learning Project - apply your knowledge and skills by volunteering for an organization like Dress for Success or with a local fashion event
Competitions - while not direct work experiences, participating in FCCLA competitions can involve development of practical skills and simulated real-world scenarios (ex: Fashion Construction or Fashion Design STAR events)
Mentorship - seek out mentorship from professionals for feedback/guidance as you develop your portfolio
Field Trips and Guest Speakers - gain understanding of a variety of career paths and insight into the industry from professionals
While most of these course opportunities don't apply to Program of Study completion, some may. Students are advised to consider them to strengthen preparation.
AP or IB:
AP Studio Art: Two-Dimensional Design Portfolio
Dual Credit:
ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I*
ARTV 1402 Introduction to Technical Animation and Rendering*
*High school credit awarded applies to Animation Program of Study completion