Commercial Media

Commercial Media I #A06301 (one full credit) This course will introduce students to the commercial aspects of art. Students will work with guest professionals; visual aides, examples of commercial art, signs, ads in newspapers, magazines, TV, and online. Students will participate in discussions, submit essays, and work on group and individual commercial media design projects to meet course art standards. Open to sophomore, junior, and senior level students. Class will meet two hours per day in the fall semester. Students scheduling Commercial Media I should also schedule Commercial Media II.

 Commercial Media II #A06308 (one full credit) This course is a continuation of Commercial Media I. The student will learn skills required to become a commercial artist. Studio work is combined with classroom instruction to develop student understanding of the application of art to the design of commercial products for the purpose of decorative, aesthetic effects and current styling. Software applications and training will be introduced so students are able to develop products electronically as well as traditionally. It is a fast-paced and deadline-oriented program that specializes in preparing artists and designers for careers in the world of design, communication, and marketing. Students will engage in a real world curriculum driven by high expectations. Prerequisite: Commercial Media I. Open to sophomore, junior, and senior level students. Class will meet two hours per day during the spring semester.

Charles Adkins, Director

Phone:  217-4390

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