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Question: How do i become a graphic designer!?
ok so im totally confused and want to know what my future has in store for me!. i go to a community college and want to transfer to a 4 year university soon!. soo what pre reqs do i have to take to major in graphic design!? or what classes do i have to take to qualify for a four year university!?
also my community college doesnt have a lot of visual communication classes!. just basically information & computer science classes!. i took photoshop&illustrator and nex semester im going to take design for print and web!. those are the only classes relating to graphic design!. do you guys think im taking the right path!? b/c i think im at a dead end and i dont know how to get out!. help please!!!!!Www@QuestionHome@Com
Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:
The best thing to do is research the graphic design program that you want to apply to!. Which colleges do you want to go to!?
Visit their web-sites and find out the requirements for application to their specific programs!. Then begin to prepare a portfolio tailored to their needs!. Most schools don't expect you to be a graphic designer at the application point!. You should build your portfolio with the strongest examples of fundamental arts like drawing (from observation), painting, photography and any graphic design you might have!.
again, the best thing to do is decide which programs (or schools) you might want to apply to and then work toward their application standard!. Don't be afraid to contact the school admissions counselor for advice!. Remember, you are a potential customer bringer in thousands of dollars, they don't want to push you away!.Www@QuestionHome@Com
I dont know where you live but in London there is a Uni called Lcc, where famous photographer Rankin went!.
In America why dont you try and get a job with a magazine or a publishing company!? Maybe Vogue!?!.!. Build up a portfolio if you do get an interviewWww@QuestionHome@Com