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Graphic Design And Photography

Graphic Design And Photography

You will learn to:

  • Shoot commercial photography and video clips for print and web media
  • Perform professional copy shop operations

Description

Discover an introduction to a range of careers in the Graphic Design field. You will use a variety of professional applications – Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop to create a variety of advertising and publication design layouts. You will also learn professional camera operation, use of copy machines and finishing and bindery techniques. You will create a portfolio of work assigned to demonstrate mastery of subject matter.

Employment Options

 

The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.

Photographer, Copy Specialist, Desktop Publishing Specialist, Binding/Finishing Operator, Graphic Designer – Approximate Pay Potential: $13-35 per hour. (O*NET source: Graphic Designers 27-1024.00)

Who can attend?

A blue letter 'A' inside a white circle, with a blue border. Adult 

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Where?
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Lawton - Main Campus

Secondary (High School) Students

  • Tuition: Free
  • Graphic Design and Photography Fee: $200.00
  • Misc. Expenses: $85.00

Post-secondary (Adult) Students

  • Tuition: $2,976.00
  • Graphic Design and Photography Fee: $200.00
  • Misc. Expenses: $85.00

See Cost Sheet for details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify. (See Financial Aid)

Class Hours

This program may be taken as a half-day session in the morning or afternoon, or as a full-day option for ADULT students who wish to accelerate their progress.

  • Morning sessions run from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Afternoon sessions run from 11:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
  • The full-day schedule combines both sessions.

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ODCTE:

  • Photographer
  • Bindery Operator
  • Copy Center Technician
  • Graphic Designer

Certiport:

  • Adobe Certified Professional: Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Certified Professional: Graphic Design and Illustration using Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Certified Professional: Print and Digital Media Publication using Adobe InDesign

Applying for this Program

Adult Student

Non-medical Admission Booklet

Start Your Application Today!

Please download and read the Non-Medical Admission Booklet above then start your application below.

If you are applying as an ADULT STUDENT, please come to Student Resource Center at Great Plains Technology Center and meet with a Career Advisor to finalize your application.

Student Resource Center

Call: 580-250-5535
Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

Walk-in or Postal:
Great Plains Technology Center
Attn: Student Resource Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Building 100, Room 107
Lawton, OK 73505

High School Student

Start Your Application Today!

For more information, visit with your high school counselor, or use any forms of the communications below to schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor.

Student Resource Center

Call: 580-250-5535
Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

Walk-in or Postal:
Great Plains Technology Center
Attn: Student Resource Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Building 100, Room 107
Lawton, OK 73505

APPLY NOW ONLINE

Contact:
580-250-5621
bcraddock@greatplains.edu

Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505

Useful Information

Graphic Design and Photography

Cost Sheet

Program Begins

August & January