To help you better understand if a Graphic Design degree is the right fit for you, we’ve asked industry pros to weigh-in on everything you need to know about the value of this area of study. Learn more about what this degree could do for your future.
We asked graphic designers and the professionals who hire them which skills and certifications for graphic designers will make the biggest impact. Read on to get a few ideas on making yourself more marketable in the field.
In the design world, learning the lingo will not only benefit your work but it could also enhance your reputation in the industry. We compiled definitions of 25 of the most common graphic design terms you should add to your repertoire.
You're considering acquiring a degree in graphic design but you want to know what your job prospects will look like after graduation. Take a look at the top 10 positions that hire individuals with a graphic design degree.
You may be skeptical of online learning, but graphic design is one field where getting your degree online could actually be an advantage! With some help from experts, we’ve compiled a list of six practical reasons to earn your graphic design degree online. Read on to discover if you’re ready to dive into online learning.
We connected with a handful of seasoned professionals who launched their careers with graphic design internships. Keep reading to hear their best insight about why internships are important for budding designers.
But is a graphic design degree worth it? If you aspire to make a splash in the industry, the answer is ‘Yes!’ We combined government data, real-time market intelligence and expert insight to identify four benefits that come with earning a graphic design degree.
Throughout your college career you will learn and develop a number of graphic design skills, but how do you know if they will help you find a job? Once you graduate, the plan is to be armed with all of the tools you'll need to be successful in the industry. Well, I'm here to let you know what those tools should be.
Whether you decide to earn a design degree, prefer to teach yourself or if that part of the journey is already behind you, wouldn’t it be nice to have a bird’s eye view of the options unfolding ahead? We gathered some graphic design pros of all kinds to help you begin planning your custom-made graphic design career path.
While becoming a freelance designer has serious perks, it also comes with some struggles and added work. We connected with veteran freelancers and asked them what lessons they wished they had learned BEFORE launching their careers.
There are scores of self-taught graphic designers who have launched careers without a formal education. But there are several overlooked advantages of acquiring a degree. Hear from experts who insist their formal education has played an instrumental role in their careers.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we’ll show you how to crop an image. You’ll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
We connected with Jennifer Ayotte, Rasmussen College School of Design dean, to help us identify five key courses included in the graphic design program. Her insight will give you a little taste of what you’ll experience after enrolling.
Once you decide you want to become a graphic designer, the hard part is over, right? Wrong! The next step is deciding which graphic design work environment you'd prefer: in-house, agency or freelance. Take this quiz to find out which is right for you!
The year has come and gone and it's time to reflect on everything that happened in 2014. There's no better way to kick off a new year than to celebrate the last one! We identified five of our most-read and most-engaging design posts from this past year.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll show you how to work with gradients. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this InDesign tutorial, we'll walk you through how to create a template. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this InDesign tutorial, we'll walk you through how to use keyboard shortcuts. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of using the content aware feature. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Dreamweaver tutorial, we'll show you how to use the properties panel. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
But graphic designers are set to face some tough competition in the coming years, battling other creatives for those highly-valued positions, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Rather than letting that scare you away from the field you're starting to love, let that serve as motivation to up your game a little bit!
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Illustrator tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of using the pen tool. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of using the array tool. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this InDesign tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of creating liquid layouts. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Dreamweaver tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of using fluid grid layouts. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll walk you through the steps needed to create a GIF animation. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.
If you're considering enrolling in the Rasmussen College graphic design program you've come to the right place. Rasmussen College School of Design dean Jennifer Ayotte helped us identify some exciting features that make the program unique. Here are 10 fascinating tidbits that set the program apart from the rest!
Before enrolling in any graphic design program, it's important to be sure it's the right fit for you. To help you in your search, we've come up with three simple questions that will help you uncover the critical details about a program.
Becoming a successful designer isn't easy. It takes dedication, passion and a constant drive to learn new skills, and hone the old ones. The following formula discusses each element that is commonly found in the world's greatest designers.
Animation has been around for over 100 years, but thanks to the help of constantly emerging technology its applications is now endless. When most people think of animation they think of storybook characters coming to life or Saturday morning cartoons, but it has evolved into so much more.
Industry professionals agree that real-world graphic design experience is a vital ingredient in a student's recipe for success after graduation. Graphic design gurus explain why this experience is so crucial and how it could help you stand out among other aspiring designers competing for jobs.
I spent an hour playing Angry Birds-Star Wars on my smartphone last night. I kept failing at the game, however, that's OK because every failure teaches me about something that I should do differently the next time.
The Rasmussen College Fargo campus held an exciting web design workshop in August. The four hour workshop was packed with web design essentials, such as page analysis, design, concept development and site organization. The instructor then moved on to html structure, links, and imagery dived pretty deep into CSS. The workshop ended with some banner animation in flash and a discussion of ftp space, domain names and blogs
From high-definition television to social media and smartphones, technology has drastically changed the way we receive and share information. Just think - ten years ago, iPhones, Facebook and Twitter didn't even exist. Nobody knew of 'status updates' or the concept of hashtags. To get directions, many of us printed them from MapQuest, right? These days, it's hard to imagine life without social networking or mobile phones turned GPS device. We live in an information-driven world, and Americans want their information in the most accessible way possible. This is the perfect time for all you technology dreamers out there to develop the next big thing. Here's the catch: you have to know your dream is original.
Earning your animation degree can be an exciting process with many rewarding career options. With a degree in animation, you can choose multiple paths including advertising, design, and animation. Let's explore the many facets of earning your animation degree and what to expect during your program.
Check out our latest "What Should I Do With My Life" video to learn more about exploring graphic design jobs and salaries.
With the hundreds of Pinterest boards featuring all types of design pins ranging from graphics, advertising or web design, it may be difficult to narrow down your options of boards to follow. Whether you are already in the design world or you're looking to further your design education, these 16 polished and prolific Pinterest design boards will surely grab your attention.
Are you looking to maximize artistic skills and earn a liveable wage at the same time? By earning a Graphic Design degree, you'll be able to use your creativity to enjoy a competitive salary and thrive in the job market.
