Associate of Arts in Digital Arts in Huntington Beach United States | Golden West College

This program equips students for careers in graphic design, illustration, web development, advertising, marketing, and social media. The curriculum covers applied design, digital imaging, graphic design fundamentals, layout techniques, and web design. Students will explore design thinking, visual communication, and develop skills for both print and digital media in graphic design, illustration, and web development.
Career opportunities after completing the program include:
Web Designer
Animator
Corporate Designer
In-house Designer
Advertising Designer
Freelance Designer
Editorial Designer
Typography Specialist
Illustrator
Program Learning Objectives
Upon graduating, students will demonstrate the ability to:
Implement graphic design principles throughout the creative process of visual communication.
Develop audience-focused solutions by understanding human-centered design factors.
Recognize diverse perspectives in design history, theory, terminology, and critique.
Employ industry-standard software and technology to create and distribute visual content.
Integrate design methodologies from concept to execution to solve communication challenges effectively.