DAD-434 CONTENT CREATION

Content creation is the future of digital media,and video. Students create long format commercial,content with extended narratives that focus on,branded storytelling that engages, motivates and,influences diverse audiences and consumers in a,positive and emotional way beyond the traditional,thirty second broadcast format. Students gain more,experience in writing, concepting and pitching,,storyboarding, producing and editing their,commercial concepts. Credits: 3 … Continue reading “DAD-434 CONTENT CREATION”

DGD-152 TYPOGRAPHY II

This required typography course is the second in a,sequence of three, that develops an understanding,of 2D design space and the unique nature of,typographic communication principles. Building on,Typography I, students expand their ability to,work with typographic form, understanding the,nuance of language-based messages, and,organization through projects that introduce,organizational systems, grids, and the associated,nomenclature. Classifications, and anatomy of,letterforms, … Continue reading “DGD-152 TYPOGRAPHY II”

FAD-404 FASHION BUYING AND MERCHANDISING

Effective fashion buying and merchandising are,key to success in fashion retailing. An,understanding of the retail business environment,gives students the ability to perform more,effectively as design professionals.,Merchandisers can provide information on,profitability and sales to impact the design,process. The designers must learn to balance this,feedback with their creative process in order to,achieve corporate goals and maintain brand,integrity. … Continue reading “FAD-404 FASHION BUYING AND MERCHANDISING”

AVIS-279 WHEEL THROWING

Learn the basics of using the potter’s wheel to,create your own functional ceramics. ,Intermediate students will learn how to assemble,pieces to create multifaceted pieces. All,students will also explore different glazing and,firing techniques including: Reduction, Wood, and,Electric firing. Open to all skill levels,including beginners. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:

DGD-201 COMMUNICATION DESIGN FOR NON-MAJORS

This non-major course is designed to,introduce/develop two-dimensional design skills,in the context of typographic environments to,students outside of the major of Communication,Design. Projects will introduce students to the,principles of typography and image in order to,develop skills related to organizing typographic,and image environments to achieve clear,communication based on an understanding of,typographic hierarchy, message, and aesthetics,,as well as … Continue reading “DGD-201 COMMUNICATION DESIGN FOR NON-MAJORS”

FAD-411 SENIOR STUDIO-PRE-COLLECTION

In this studio students construct the prototypes,for the final collection. They are required to,construct six total looks based on the designs,,including tops and bottoms and/or accessories,depending on the emphasis. The prototypes will,help students to develop solutions when,constructing their final collection in the,following semester. This class runs parallel with,FAD 401: Advanced Collection Design. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: … Continue reading “FAD-411 SENIOR STUDIO-PRE-COLLECTION”

DGD-212 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION DESIGN II

This required course, is the second in a sequence,of sophomore courses, that develops an,understanding of theories, processes, and methods,associate with Communication Design practices. ,Through assigned projects, students develop the,ability to research content that translates into,concept, that consider audience, and utilize,creative problem-solving methodologies in order to,create a system of visual communication solutions.,Design Writing, research, and presentation … Continue reading “DGD-212 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION DESIGN II”

DAD-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent Study is available to students who are,at Junior or Senior level standing with a,cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above.,The student may receive approval to work in an,area or on a project that is not otherwise offered,or addressed in the regular curriculum. An,Independent Study should include opportunities for,individual student voice and provide a … Continue reading “DAD-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY”

DGD-224 MOTION NARRATIVES

This second motion design course is an elective,,and expands on the concepts and methods presented,in designing dynamic digital communications that,rely on the use of typography, image, video,,message, and sound that were introduced in Motion,I. Students will expand on their understanding of,how messages are created in a dynamic context,using typography, image, sound, and semiotics. ,Project will … Continue reading “DGD-224 MOTION NARRATIVES”

FAD-485 SPECIAL PROJECT

The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored., ,WINTER 2024, ,,STUART WEITZMAN SPON PROJECT,, In this sponsored studio with Stuart Weitzman,,one of the most iconic US luxury footwear brands,,students will design and develop a collection,their assigned brief. One of the main skills for a,graduate,designer is the … Continue reading “FAD-485 SPECIAL PROJECT”