Graphics/ Media Arts

The Graphics/Media Arts Program provides students with a unique opportunity to earn graduation credits and experience with industry professionals. Students will be able to select courses that provide training to use applications such as: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, Premiere Pro & InDesign.  

WHAT DOES A GRAPHIC/MEDIA ARTIST DO?

  • graphic design layout for logos, posters, products, magazines, 2D animation, etc.
  • video and film production
  • photography
  • illustration
  • animation

WHAT DO I NEED TO START?

  • entering grade 11 or 12
  • good employability skills
  • strong interest in entering industry
  • commitment to learning and creating work within the scope of multi-media, graphic arts and/or media arts related fields
  • effective interpersonal and communications skills

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

  • 16 graduation credits
  • community-based work experience placements
  • building connections with industry employers
  • develop a portfolio that supports post-secondary application and/or employment

WHEN AND WHERE IS THE PROGRAM OFFERED?

  • Byrne Creek Community School 
  • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday afternoons (period 3, 4 & Y), September – June
  • attend current school in the morning and available full days to complete other courses

 

HOW DO I REGISTER?

  • submit an application package
  • participate in an interview
View Emily Carr Programs here!
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Programs
Capilano University Programs
To view the BC Career Trek video click here!
For more information,
Contact your School Career Advisor
or email CareerEducation@burnabyschools.ca