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Visual Communication
About the program
In the Visual Communication program at Platt College, you will be trained to start an exciting career in highly specialized areas of visual design.
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication: 3D Animation/Video Specialization
This Bachelor program includes coursework in architectural 3D, video production, 3D character development, 3D texturing and lighting, advanced 3D animation, and more.
Become a leader in visual communication
The visual communication field should have better job opportunities than other design-related fields.* Demand for these professionals will increase as consumers continue to want more realistic video games, movie and television special effects, and 3D-animated movies. Additional job opportunities will arise from an increasing demand for website development and advanced computer graphics.
About 63 percent of these workers are self-employed. Many find success doing freelance work!
A bachelor degree will continue to give individuals an edge in the competitive job market.
*U.S. Department of Labor, Occupation Outlook Handbook
The different aspects of visual communication
Visual communication involves the communication of ideas through the visual display of information. Professionals in this field use type, illustration, sound, music, photography, and animation to create an effective technical image.
This ever-changing field requires knowledge of multimedia and animation technologies, as well as an understanding of how to apply artistic concepts and design techniques to create visually-appealing projects. Creativity, technical expertise and the right training are essential for success!
- Visual Communication Tasks
- Design website pages
- Incorporate Flash animation
- Create animated images or special effects
- Draw storyboards
- Participate in video production
Training with sophisticated computer technologies.
In Platt College visual communication programs, you can get comprehensive training in computer graphics and other visual display software. You will get skills to produce visual images using interactive media, advanced 3D modeling and animation techniques.
The Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication (BAVC) program provides you with the artistic and technical design skills necessary to seek entry-level employment opportunities and start a whole new career.
Careers
What kind of training do I need?
Most employers will prefer graduates of formal and specific visual communication programs. With training in current computer applications, and a portfolio that truly showcases your skills, you will have best chance for success.
Platt College can provide you with a solid visual communication foundation and assist you to build a comprehensive portfolio..
What are the working conditions?
Visual Communication professionals that are employed by advertising agencies and design firms usually work typical business office hours, plus they may need to work overtime to meet deadlines or production schedules. Self-employed visual communication professionals have the ability to set their own hours, but are usually required to deliver projects on time to clients.
Platt College’s hands-on training program can help prepare you for many work expectations.
What training will I receive?
Students in the Platt College Visual Communication program choose either 3D Animation/Video Specialization or Interactive/Web Specialization. With these specializations, graduates of Visual Communication from Platt College will receive the training and skills to compete for entry-level occupations in many related careers. You can transfer your skills to another design-related profession and start your career as a multimedia graphic designer, web site graphics developer, 3D animator, or 3D modeler.
Platt College can give you skills that are applicable to many other design-related professions.