Graphic Design
Graphic Design
Graphic Design
Whether you have pen or computer mouse in hand, your handiwork reflects your creativity, values and response to God's world. Northwestern's graphic design major will teach you the principles of print and web design, helping you become an expert in industry-leading design programs. You'll also have opportunities to practice your trade through internships and freelance marketing projects in collaboration with campus departments.
Why NWC?
Why NWC?
Why NWC?
As a graphic design major, you’ll gain a strong foundation in traditional fine arts media, which will inform your digital creations in Adobe Creative Suite. Our faculty of professional artists will mentor you by providing constructive, encouraging feedback—plus you’ll observe their own practice and create alongside them in the studio.
Major course offerings include layout and design, writing and design for the web, and video production. If you hope to pursue work with a marketing and communications firm—or to start a freelance business—minors in arts administration, entrepreneurship or public relations would be a boost to your business savvy. An art minor and K-12 art education endorsement are also available.
Outcomes
The graphic design field involves a wide variety of positions, including work in advertising, public relations, marketing, print media, website creation, branding and more. Nearly 24,000 job openings are projected each year, with the median annual wage for designers averaging $50,710, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Experience
The Korver Visual Arts Center is fully equipped to help you experiment with new mediums, expand your portfolio, and present your work in a professional gallery setting. You’ll have access to studios, including:
- Ceramics room with 17 wheels and 4 kilns
- Drawing studio with 17 drafting tables
- Mac lab with 21 computers set up with Adobe Suite
- Painting studio for oil, acrylic and watercolors
- Darkroom for processing film photography
- Sculpture lab with professional-grade power tools
- Printmaking studio with 4 presses
Experience
The Korver Visual Arts Center is fully equipped to help you experiment with new mediums, expand your portfolio, and present your work in a professional gallery setting. You’ll have access to studios, including:
- Ceramics room with 17 wheels and 4 kilns
- Drawing studio with 17 drafting tables
- Mac lab with 21 computers set up with Adobe Suite
- Painting studio for oil, acrylic and watercolors
- Darkroom for processing film photography
- Sculpture lab with professional-grade power tools
- Printmaking studio with 4 presses
Faculty
Brilliant scholars. Committed Christians. Invested in you. That's Northwestern's faculty.
