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Illustrators develop a strong personal style in their images and use their image-making skills to support the communication needs of a variety of clients in multiple contexts. Contemporary illustration ranges in application from client-led publications and merchandise to self-directed projects and exhibitions. A faculty of working professionals guides majors through a curriculum that emphasizes strong concepts, technical proficiency, and the development of a unique style and voice. Visiting artists, conventions, field trips, and student exhibitions support a rich community for emerging illustrators. Recent clients include Nike, Hurley International, Chronicle Books, and LA Weekly. Careers/Positions: Advertising, Animation, Art Direction, Art Traffic Coordination, Book Design, Branding and Identity Design, Broadcast Design, Character Development, Children's Book Illustration, Copywriting, Collateral Design, Content Development, Creative/Design Direction, Editorial Illustration, Environmental Design, Interactive Media, Packaging Design, Photography, Print design, Print Production, Publication Design, Storyboarding, Signage + Wayfinding Design, Textile Design, Web Design, Exhibition Design.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Illustrators develop a strong personal style in their images and use their image-making skills to support the communication needs of a variety of clients in multiple contexts. Contemporary illustration ranges in application from client-led publications and merchandise to self-directed projects and exhibitions. A faculty of working professionals guides majors through a curriculum that emphasizes strong concepts, technical proficiency, and the development of a unique style and voice. Visiting artists, conventions, field trips, and student exhibitions support a rich community for emerging illustrators. Recent clients include Nike, Hurley International, Chronicle Books, and LA Weekly. Careers/Positions: Advertising, Animation, Art Direction, Art Traffic Coordination, Book Design, Branding and Identity Design, Broadcast Design, Character Development, Children's Book Illustration, Copywriting, Collateral Design, Content Development, Creative/Design Direction, Editorial Illustration, Environmental Design, Interactive Media, Packaging Design, Photography, Print design, Print Production, Publication Design, Storyboarding, Signage + Wayfinding Design, Textile Design, Web Design, Exhibition Design.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
Other English Language Requirements accepted: Minimum TOEFL score of 550 on paper-based exam, 213 on computer-based exam; PTE Academic with a minimum score of 58 or above of English.
48 Months
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
Domestic
0 USD
International
0 USD
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48 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Programme overview
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Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Admission Requirements
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