Web designers

To work as a graphic designer or illustrator in B.C., you may choose to be certified by the Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD). Eligibility is achieved through a combination of education and work experience. 

To work as a graphic designer or illustrator in B.C., you may choose to be certified by the Design Professionals of Canada (DesCan). Eligibility is achieved through a combination of education, work experience, and work examples. 

Graphic designers and illustrators

This instructional program class comprises any program not listed above that relates to Computer software and media applications.

Computer software and media applications, other

Arts Technology Master's Degrees

Arts Technology Bachelor's Degrees

Web designers develop and create the visual presentation, layout and functionality of websites and related applications. They are responsible for ensuring that the website is easy to use, and that the information is easy to access. Web designers are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, information technology units throughout the public and private sectors, advertising agencies or they may be self-employed.

Graphic designers conceptualize and produce graphic art and visual materials to effectively communicate information for publications, advertising, films, packaging, posters, signs and interactive media such as Web sites and CDs. They are employed by advertising and graphic design firms, by establishments with advertising or communications departments and by multimedia production companies, or they may be self-employed. Graphic designers who are also supervisors, project managers or consultants are included in this unit group. Illustrators conceptualize and create illustrations to represent information through images. They are almost solely self-employed.

The Bachelor of Arts Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree in Interactive Arts and Technology combines the science of human experience, the analysis of media and culture, the creation of experimental art and the implementation of new technologies. You'll take courses in design, digital games, new media, multimedia programming, technological systems, and more. You will graduate ready to contribute to emerging sectors of the economy and build technologies and experiences.

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