Graphic Communications is the study of technology needed to produce the millions of imaged products that are used in all aspects of our lives. Examples of these products are magazines, books, newspapers, and packaging, as well as electronic media such as Web sites, e-books, and CD-ROM catalogs.
The graphic communications industry is high-tech and rapidly changing. It requires a highly educated workforce for employment in positions such as production coordinator, project manager, digital media manager, web developer, web administrator, quality control specialist, sales representative, cost estimator, accounts manager, and production technician.
Students engage in hands-on activities with high-tech equipment related to digital imaging, document layout, development, and print technologies. Students also develop technology multimedia management skills.
Graduates of the graphic communications program are actively recruited for leadership roles. Initial placement positions include:
Salaries vary from urban, suburban, and rural positions; however, the typical starting salary is between $33,000 and $50,000.
Most have found positions before graduation with 95 percent finding positions 3 months after graduation.
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