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
- up to 120 hours of work experience
- building connections with industry employers
- develop a portfolio that supports post-secondary application and/or employment
- scholarship opportunities
WHEN AND WHERE IS THE PROGRAM OFFERED?
- Byrne Creek Secondary School – 3 afternoons per week
- attend current school in the morning and available full days to complete other courses
Please note that for the 2021-2022 School year, all Burnaby Schools will be running on a semestered system. This change will impact the schedules of our programs. See below for the current schedule:
- Byrne Creek Semester 1 afternoons (period 3, 4, Y)
- Work Experience Semester 1 and 2
HOW DO I REGISTER?
- submit an application package
- participate in an interview
For more information,
Contact your School Career Advisor
or email CareerEducation@burnabyschools.ca
or email CareerEducation@burnabyschools.ca
