Graphic Design Program Details
Questions? Contact Us!
Heather Sumners-Purdy
Program Chair
hvpurdy@dmacc.edu
515-964-6572
It begins in the mind . . . as a feeling, an expression, a warmth. Small at first,
it builds to creation. Real. Possible. A potentially powerful design ready for explosion
into life, message and meaning.
The graduates of the DMACC Graphic Design Degree program advance in pushing their ideas beyond the boundaries of the mind. They can unleash their thoughts and construct those ideas with precision and grace.
Develop your artistic gift. Explore new directions. Use your time for the important. Creativity. Thinking. Experimenting. IT IS TIME! See what DMACC can do for your artistic career and portfolio.
What We Offer
If you are interested in turning your passion for art into a career, or learning new skills, we offer:
- A hands-on education
- Design, Page layout, Adobe Photoshop image editing, Adobe Illustrator, Animation, Illustration, Typography, and Web Design
- Taught by professionals
- State-of-the-art computer hardware and software
- Culminating in a personal portfolio and AAS degree
- At a price you can afford.
Sound Interesting? Want to Learn More?
Take the next step—building a professional quality portfolio and earning a DMACC Graphic Design degree, diploma, or certificate. Sign up for an information session to learn more about the program.
Additional Resources
Who can I call for more information about the program and classes?
Call or e-mail Jeremy Austin: 515-964-6556, jcaustin@dmacc.edu.
What type of facilities, computer hardware and software do you have available for students?
The Graphic Design department has a dedicated computer lab with professional iMac computer workstations available for student use. Adobe Creative Cloud software is used.
The labs are open:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where are you located?
We are on the Ankeny, Iowa campus. Directions and map
What type of computer will I need? What type should I buy?
Beginning for the Fall 2024, students will be required to purchase their own laptops. Please view this website to see system requirements to run Adobe software for either PC or Mac laptop purchases or contact Program Chair, Heather Purdy at hvpurdy@dmacc.edu for more information.
Note: Most graphic designers in the regional area work on Apple computers. Instructors and equipment in the computer labs are Apple products. Students may choose to purchase a PC if that is their preference, however, it will be up to them to learn shortcuts as instructors will all be working on Apple MacBook Pro laptops.
