WHAT PATHS?
PATHWAYS
Visual Arts,
Design, & Entertainment
Students that typically pursue Visual Arts and Design focus on careers in producing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Careers in this pathway require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication.
AT A GLANCE
IS THIS YOU?
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I appreciate the arts
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I like to create new things or ideas
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Self-expression is important to me
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I work well in unstructured situations
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I like to speak and/or perform in front of people
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I enjoy being around imaginative individuals.
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I am attracted to creativity or cultural expression.
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I am independent, original, or innovative.
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I like to create things that entertain or inform others.
EXPRESSING MYSELF CREATIVELY
DESIGNING SOMETHING FUNCTIONAL
CREATING TO ENTERTAIN OR INFORM
Explore the Different Possibilities
Check out the specific concentrations within this interest cluster, with information regarding specific careers, as well as potential majors to pursue in college!
Animation
For the student looking to explore the art of the moving image, and to learn how to master the tools needed to articulate a creative vision, whether using film, animation, installations, interactive media or a combination.
Potential Majors
CONCENTRATION IN
Interior Design
Students pursuing interior design analyze design challenges of a complex nature. Issues of graphic communication, project analysis, programming, space planning, design and selection of interior components are presented in a logical sequence. Instruction emphasizes the three-dimensional possibilities of sculpting interior space, from conceptual ideas.
Potential Majors
CONCENTRATION IN
Performing Arts
For the student interested in maximizing their talents in their respective craft. Potential careers involve: Actor, Musician, Musical Theater Performer, Dancer, Theatre Director
Potential Majors
CONCENTRATION IN
Architectural Design
For the student seeking to design, plan, manage, build and maintain environments. Potential careers involve: CAD drafting, Architectural Technology, Interior Design, Exhibit Design, Set Design, Interior Decoration
Potential Majors
CONCENTRATION IN
Communication Design
For the student pursuing design across a wide variety of media, designing communications that function effectively within complex webs of interactions between people, products, and environments. Potential careers involve: Graphic Design, Brand Communication, Industrial Design, Product Design, UX/UI Design
Potential Majors
CONCENTRATION IN
Storytelling, Directing & Editing
For our creative thinkers that seek to become future storytellers and story creators. Potential careers involve: Film and Video Editing, Screenwriting, Producers and Directors, Sound Design, Journalism, Communication, Production, Photography
Potential Majors
CONCENTRATION IN
Multimedia Design & Cinematography
For students who see themselves as visual creators in the film industry or in business settings. Potential careers involve: Motion Design, Video Graphics, Special Effects, Cinematography, Animation, Computer Graphics
Potential Majors
CONCENTRATION IN
ROADMAPS
Connect with Alumni or a Senior Mentor
Check out how our alumni students and current seniors are pursuing this pathway! Learn about what it takes. To learn more about an alumni's journey, check out their roadmap.
GENERAL ADVICE FOR THIS PATHWAY
For students who are considering applying to an art program, a creative portfolio (required for submission from colleges in visual arts and design) is most often the deciding factor in whether they are accepted. As such, students pursuing this pathway should look into mastering the practical skills relevant to their respective field.
Make sure to document your performances and to keep track of your creative pieces. It is recommended to begin crafting your portfolio in the summer before your junior year.
Show range with your work. If your strong point is graphite, do portraits or landscapes, for instance.
