Design & Visual Communication (Digital Media; Graphic Arts)
As a student in this program, you’ll acquire skills in graphic design and related fields of study. You also will develop a good theoretical understanding of the systems and equipment used in the graphics and web technology design industries. Students work with a variety of software programs used to explore digital media and communication through project-based activities, and will gain expertise using Adobe Creative Cloud, the industry-standard software used by top professional designers worldwide. Some programs also cover video and animation software and techniques.
This CTE program available at:
- Nashua Technology Center at Nashua High School (Design & Visual Communications)
- The Wilbur H. Palmer Career and Technical Education Center at Alvirne High School (Digital Media)
- The Applied Technology Center at Milford High School (Graphic Arts)
Sample Career Pathways for Design & Visual Communications Graduates (Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics)
| Job Title | Projected Job Growth Through 2028 | Average Yearly Salary |
| Multimedia Artist & Animator | 3,000 | $75,270 |
| Graphic Designer | 8,800 | $52,110 |
| Film/Video Editor | 7,900 | $59,810 |
| Art Director | 900 | $94,220 |
