Design and Visual Communication
Students interested in the world of Design and Visual Communication will find opportunities to explore several areas of this exciting field at Keefe Regional Technical School. Freshmen and sophomore students learn the foundations of design, including color theory, drawing, perspective, and layout.
During the junior and senior years, students work with Photoshop, In-Design, Digital Photography and Video to produce a variety of multimedia projects for their portfolio. Package Design, Product Photography, Multimedia Presentations, Web design, and Audio Production will be introduced through the use of the latest technology.
Graduates of this program will be prepared to continue their education at the college level or obtain an entry-level position.
● Express your unique artistic vision through illustration, design, computer graphics,
video and digital photography
● Cultivate and enhance personal creativity and artistic abilities
● Create a professional portfolio for college and employment showcasing digital
photography, print media and website design
CAREER FOCUS
Prepared with a professional portfolio for immediate employment and further education
ENTRY LEVEL POSITIONS
High School Diploma from Keefe Tech
Graphic Design Intern
Sign Design/Production
T-shirt Design/Production
Associate Designer
Interior Design Assistant
Website Design Assistant
Art Framing Technician
TECHNICAL CAREERS
Associates Degree (2-year), Certificate Program, Licensing or Adult Education
Art Therapist
Art Teacher
Studio Photographer
TV/Video Production Assistant
Interior Designer
Website Designer
Computer Animator
Video Editor
Computer Based Illustrator
PROFESSIONAL CAREERS
Bachelors Degree (4-year) and Graduates or Doctoral Degree for some
Mobile App Design
Fashion Designer
Art Director
Packaging Designer
Video Game Designer
Industrial Designer
Toy Designer
Children’s Book Illustrator
Design and Visual Communications Department Resources
- Design and Visual Department Contact Information
- Certifications
- Articulations Agreements and College Credit
- Design and Visual Communication Frameworks