Communication Design

Length/credit:  1 semester - 0.5 credit

Grade(s):  9, 10, 11, 12

Students explore a variety of digital media and artistic concepts, while being introduced to the process of design thinking and creative problem solving. Investigations in graphic design, illustration, motion graphics, multimedia and interactive design allow students to build an understanding of the essential elements of visual design, and how those have an impact on their imagery. No prior experience with digital platforms is needed but students should be open to working on the computer daily. Supported Software: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc), Sketchbook Pro, and more.

Length/credit: 1 semester - 0.5 credit

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

In this course, students continue their creative exploration of Communication Design by building on the technical and visual design skills introduced in Level 1. Students explore advancing concepts and creative challenges, with a greater focus on the successful communication of intended meaning and message.

Length/credit: 1 year - 1.0 credit

Grade(s): 10, 11, 12

Students continue their study of Communication Design with the development of visual style and technique. Students begin to work collaboratively to design more complex communication across multiple platforms with a focus on addressing real-world challenges. More of an emphasis is placed on the design thinking and problem-solving skills of ideation, prototyping and testing the success of their communication.

Length/credit: 1 year - 1.0 credit

Grade(s): 10, 11, 12

At the advanced level of Communication Design students should have a strong technical and conceptual foundation that will enable them to create authentic and impactful designs and messages. Students use design thinking to develop and refine their work through a sequence of unique critique-centric and technical seminars. Student-driven projects create a unique point of view, engaging collaborative work, and individualized portfolios. Supported Software includes Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), iPads with Procreate and more.