Graphic Design Program

The graphic design program at Independence University prepares students for careers as a package designer, creative director, strategic branding director, visual designer, and more. The program focuses on applying artistic and computer techniques to interpret technical and commercial concepts. Program courses include: computer-assisted art and design, printmaking, concept sketching, technical drawing, color theory, imaging, studio technique, still and life modeling, communication skills, and commercial art business operations. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer graphic design program.

Independence University

15950 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ

Independence University is a private career college dedicated to providing a sound education for students in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. Over 270 students have completed their education in the last few years with a graduation rate of more than 26%. Independence University has several programs to select from. Some of the more popular programs being offered:

• Respiratory Therapy
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To help support students, Independence University may provide some services to students like those listed below:

• Online course work available
• Weekend and night classes available
• Remedial courses
• Academic counseling for students
• Work study style employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

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Students Enrolled in the Graphic Design Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Independence University offers a bachelor's degree program in graphic design.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Art Directors

Description

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual communications media, such as print, broadcasting, and advertising. Direct workers engaged in art work or layout design.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, art directors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $82910

Multimedia Artists and Animators

Description

Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, multimedia artists and animators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $53890

Artists and Related Workers, All Other

Description

All artists and related workers not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).