Graphics/ Media Arts

The Graphics/Media Arts Program provides students with a unique opportunity to earn graduation credits and post-secondary credits. Students will be able to select courses that provide training to use applications such as: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign, After Effects, Flash, Final Cut Pro and ProTools.

WHAT DOES A GRAPHIC/MEDIA ARTIST DO?

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

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

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