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• New York, NY
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• Phoenix, AZ
• Pittsburgh, PA
• Portland, OR
• Raleigh-Durham, NC
• Orange County, CA (Santa Ana)
• Sacramento, CA
• Salt Lake City, UT
• San Bernardino, CA

About the Program:

In the Animation Art & Design program, you’ll learn to conceive and design two- and three-dimensional images using both traditional and digital techniques. You’ll alter, manipulate, and reconstruct characters to interact with audio and video elements. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as 3-D character animator, modeler, and storyboarder.

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• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institute of Vancouver

About the Program:

The Applied Photography program will prepare you to enter the photographic and electronic imaging industries through intensive hands-on utilization of photography equipment and materials. Coursework focuses on theory and visual design. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as photographer’s assistant, digital imaging artist, or as studio, commercial, and product photographers.

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Video production is at the center of everything from sports coverage to news programming, Internet broadcasts, television commercials, and corporate presentations. The Video Production program presents the skills needed to effectively operate a camera and process film in analog and digital formats – leading to a final production. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as audio-visual technician, video editor, video producer, or videographer.

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• The Art Institute of New York City

About the Program:

In the Audio & Media Technology program, you’ll study audio recording, audio for video, and production. You’ll work on industry-related equipment to gain experience with the technology used in the audio and media fields. Coursework may include everything from recording and mixing to using software and hardware to produce audio in digital formats. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as audio engineer, radio producer, assistant sound technician, promoter, or sound engineer.

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• The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire
• The New England Institute of Art
• The Art Institute of California - San Diego
• Miami International University of Art & Design
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago

About the Program:

In the Audio Production program, you’ll study audio recording, live sound reproduction, audio for video, and broadcast production. You will record, mix, and produce audio in analog and digital formats while gaining an understanding of what it takes to succeed in the audio industry. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as audio engineer, radio producer, assistant sound technician, promoter, or sound engineer.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Philadelphia
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Austin
• The Art Institute of Houston
• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
• The Art Institute of California - San Francisco
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas
• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The New England Institute of Art
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
• The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville

About the Program:

In the Broadcasting program, you’ll learn how to write a script, produce a show, manage a station, promote on-air personalities, and record audio for the radio, television, cable, and interactive media markets. You’ll also build your skills in sales, public relations, financial management, and business management. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as television broadcasting director, television broadcast production, sportscaster, newscaster, broadcaster, assistant record producer, or announcer.

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• The New England Institute of Art

About the Program:

The Commercial Photography program teaches you composition, lighting, and equipment use. Darkroom techniques, color, and design are explored both on location and in a studio. You’ll develop business skills as you fine-tune your eye for detail. You will become familiar with the intricacies of photography for commercial purposes. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as technician, photographer’s assistant, digital-imaging artist, product or still-life photographer, and photo re-touch professional.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Charleston
• The Art Institute of Washington

About the Program:

In the Computer Animation program, you’ll learn the skills needed to bring characters to life using computer software. Computer Animation is part acting, part storytelling, and part visual art. You’ll study methods to create realistic movement in 3-D digital environments, and collaborate within a team environment to gain practical experience. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as 3-D character animator, computer animator, modeler, and storyboarder.

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• The Art Institute of California - San Francisco
• Miami International University of Art & Design

About the Program:

In the Design Research program, you’ll learn the fundamentals of research, business and art and understand how they integrate to enhance the design process. Students will focus on analyzing design trends, understanding design philosophies, and gathering research to provide support for new designs. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as market researcher, account manager, or photographer’s assistant.

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• The Art Institute of Portland

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• The Art Institute of Portland

About the Program:

The Digital Film & Video program provides the basics to help aspiring videographers understand nuances of digital filmography. You’ll gain knowledge of shooting, directing, and editing digital pieces using industry-related software and equipment. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as digital or film videographer.

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• The Art Institute of Portland
• The Art Institute of Vancouver

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• The Art Institute of New York City

About the Program:

In the Digital Filmmaking & Video Production program, you will have an opportunity to learn to formulate, construct, and deliver digital audio, video, and motion graphics. Coursework will familiarize you with advances in high definition video, storage area networks, and software toolsets - and you’ll work with industry-related software and equipment. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as video editor, video producer, or digital videographer.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Austin
• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
• The Art Institute of Charleston
• The Art Institute of California - Orange County
• The Art Institute of California - Sacramento
• The Art Institute of California - San Francisco
• The Art Institute of Sunnyvale
• The Art Institute of Colorado
• The Art Institute of Charlotte
• The Art Institute of Dallas
• The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale
• The Art Institutes International - Kansas City
• The Art Institute of Houston
• The Art Institute of Jacksonville
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas
• The Art Institute of Philadelphia
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Salt Lake City
• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institute of Tampa
• The Art Institute of Tucson
• The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
• The Art Institute of California - Hollywood
• The New England Institute of Art
• The Art Institutes International Minnesota
• The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati

About the Program:

The Digital Photography program teaches you composition, lighting, and equipment use, utilizing a digital camera and software. Darkroom techniques, color, and design are explored both on location and in a studio. You’ll develop business skills as you fine-tune your eye for detail. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as a digital photographer, industrial photographer, photo lab technician, or photojournalist.

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• The Art Institute of California - Orange County
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas
• The Art Institute of Jacksonville
• The Art Institute of Salt Lake City
• The Art Institute of Indianapolis
• The Art Institute of Tampa
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
• The Art Institute of Michigan
• The Art Institute of California - Hollywood
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Tucson

About the Program:

Music can set a mood, enliven a movie scene, or stand on its own as entertainment. In the Electronic Music program, you will learn how to use electronic music both on its own and as an element within other media. You’ll utilize industry-related software and equipment as you work alongside other students interested in this growing technology.

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• The Art Institute of Vancouver

About the Program:

Entertainment design needs to have a special spark. It must reach an audience and quickly communicate a message. In the Entertainment Design program, you’ll study design, layout, and color theory as you learn to create eye-catching designs. Industry-related software is utilized to help you gain experience as you create designs for everything from posters and advertisements to Web sites. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as production and design positions with advertising agencies, graphic design firms, corporate communications departments, and printing companies.

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• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

About the Program:

The Film program helps you to develop the creative principles of narrative filmmaking, as well as the culture, discipline, and professional protocols of the business. You’ll write, shoot, direct, and edit several narrative films in collaboration with your peers, under the guidance of faculty with direct experience in the film industry. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as producing feature films, shorts, music videos, and commercials.

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• Miami International University of Art & Design

About the Program:

The Film & Digital Production program provides the basics to help aspiring videographers understand nuances of digital filmography. You’ll gain knowledge of shooting, directing, and editing digital pieces using industry-related software and equipment. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as producing feature films, shorts, music videos, and commercials.

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• Miami International University of Art & Design

About the Program:

In the Game Art & Design program, you’ll learn the art and design skills needed to get into the gaming field. You’ll use your talents to create applications used within the business, education, training, and entertainment industries. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as modelers, storyboard artists, animation artists, 3-D illustrators, digital artists, FX artists, video post production artists, broadcast graphics designers, and game designers.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur
• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire
• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
• The Art Institute of Sunnyvale
• The Art Institute of California - Orange County
• The Art Institute of California - Sacramento
• The Art Institute of California - San Diego
• The Art Institute of California - San Francisco
• The Art Institute of California - Hollywood
• The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
• The Art Institute of Portland
• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institute of Tampa
• The Art Institute of Vancouver
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
• The Art Institute of Salt Lake City

About the Program:

The Game Art & Design & Foundation program teaches you to focus on the art and design of games. This program will help you to gain the skills needed to enter the game design industry. Coursework includes basic art and design skills, and you’ll study design and learn to create characters and their environments. You’ll also apply knowledge of video and computer games to plan games and determine unique personalities for characters. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as modelers, storyboard artists, animation artists, 3-D illustrators, digital artists, FX artists, video post production artists, broadcast graphics designers, and game designers.

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This program is currently not available at any location.

About the Program:

Game Programming students are those who want to be more than a gamer -- they want to create the virtual worlds that attract the gamers. While pursuing a game programming degree, students learn coding, production, artistic concepts, and game play strategies. In this evolving industry, Game Programming students receive a hands-on introduction to programming, allowing them to collaborate on new ideas and techniques and speculate on those coming tomorrow.

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• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles

About the Program:

In the Independent Recording Arts program, you’ll study audio recording, live sound reproduction, audio for video, independent recording, and broadcast production. You will record, mix, and produce audio in analog and digital formats while gaining an understanding of what it takes to succeed in the audio industry. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as audio engineer, radio producer, assistant sound technician, promoter, or sound engineer.

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• The Art Institute of Vancouver

About the Program:

The Independent Short Film program takes you through the elements of film creation – from writing to production and exhibition. You’ll learn from experienced professionals as you become familiar with the technology and software used in filmmaking. Site scouting, choosing talent, and the business aspects of creating your own short film are also discussed. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as assistant videographer or to create their own short films.

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This program is currently not available at any location.

About the Program:

Interactive Media Design is used to create everything from DVD menus to Web site navigation and touch screen. In the Interactive Media Design program, you’ll learn the skills needed to create accessible, engaging interactions via the Web, CD-ROMS, DVDs, and kiosks. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as interactive designer, animator, special effects artist, and computer artist.

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In the Media Arts & Animation program, you’ll have an opportunity to develop a strong foundation in drawing, design, and illustration in order to produce traditional 2-D formats. Then you’ll move into computer generated 3-D formats that make characters and objects come alive. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as animator, computer animator, digital media producer, special effects artist, background designer, computer artist, layout artist, or video game artist.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur
• The Art Institute of Austin
• The Art Institute of Jacksonville
• The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire
• The Art Institute of Sunnyvale
• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
• The Art Institute of California - Orange County
• The Art Institute of California - Sacramento
• The Art Institute of California - San Diego
• The Art Institute of California - San Francisco
• The Art Institute of California - Hollywood
• The Art Institute of Colorado
• The Art Institute of Dallas
• The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale
• The Art Institute of Houston
• The Art Institute of Indianapolis
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas
• The Art Institute of Philadelphia
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
• The Art Institute of Portland
• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institute of Tampa
• The Art Institute of Tucson
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Art Institutes International Minnesota
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
• The New England Institute of Art
• The Art Institute of Houston - North
• The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville
• The Art Institute of York-Pennsylvania
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division
• The Art Institute of Washington-Northern Virginia
• The Art Institute of Virginia Beach
• The Art Institute of Salt Lake City
• The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati

About the Program:

In the Animation & Media Arts program, you’ll develop a strong foundation in drawing, design, and illustration in order to produce traditional 2-D formats. Then you’ll move into computer generated 3-D formats that make characters and objects come alive. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as animator, computer animator, digital media producer, special effects artist, background designer, computer artist, layout artist, or video game artist.

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This program is currently not available at any location.

About the Program:

The Photographic imaging program teaches you darkroom techniques, color, and design. Composition, lighting, and equipment use are explored both on location and in a studio. You’ll develop business skills as you fine-tune your eye for detail. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as commercial photographer, digital photographer, industrial photographer, photo lab technician, or photojournalist.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Charleston
• The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Art Institute of Washington-Northern Virginia
• The Art Institute of Virginia Beach

About the Program:

The Photography program teaches you composition, lighting, and equipment use. Darkroom techniques, color, and design are explored both on location and in a studio. You’ll have an opportunity to develop business skills as you fine-tune your eye for detail. Both digital and film will be utilized. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as commercial photographer, digital photographer, industrial photographer, photo lab technician, or photojournalist.

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• The Art Institute of Austin
• The Art Institute of Colorado
• The Art Institute of Charlotte
• The Art Institute of Dallas
• The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale
• The Art Institute of Houston
• The Art Institute of Philadelphia
• The Art Institutes International - Kansas City
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institutes International Minnesota
• Miami International University of Art & Design
• The New England Institute of Art
• The Art Institute of Houston - North
• The Art Institute of Fort Worth

About the Program:

In Professional Recording Arts, you’ll learn within digital and analogue recording studios using linear and non-linear recording technologies. Courses include professional session engineering, microphone techniques, outboard equipment, MIDI, signal flow, critical listening and audio/acoustic principles, and advanced recording techniques. Production, project management, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills are emphasized. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as in foley work, location audio production, and advanced synthesis applications for sound effects creation.

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• The Art Institute of Vancouver

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• The Art Institute of Vancouver

About the Program:

The Video Skills program is an exciting offering. If you know this is for you, request more information and we will get back to you soon. We will shortly have more detailed information about this program.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Washington

About the Program:

Video production is at the center of everything from sports coverage to news programming, Internet broadcasts, television commercials, and corporate presentations. The Video Production program presents the skills needed to effectively operate a camera and process film in analog and digital formats – leading to a final production. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as audio-visual technician, video editor, video producer, or videographer.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
• The Art Institute of Colorado
• The Art Institute of Dallas
• The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale
• The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville
• The Art Institute of Washington

About the Program:

Video production is at the center of everything from sports coverage to news programming, Internet broadcasts, television commercials, and corporate presentations. The Video Production program presents the skills needed to effectively operate a camera and process film in analog and digital formats – leading to a final production. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as audio-visual technician, video editor, video producer, or videographer.

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• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

About the Program:

In the Visual Arts program, you’ll focus on painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, and installation art. The program encourages you to combine media to redefine traditional boundaries. You’ll also work closely with faculty members to gain communication and promotional skills needed to visually and verbally articulate ideas. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as artists and instructors within the visual arts field.

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• Miami International University of Art & Design

About the Program:

In the Visual & Entertainment Arts program, you will build your artistic talents through paint, canvas, and clay. Coursework focuses on drawing, figure drawing, two- and three-dimensional design, and painting. Based on an understanding of the history and tradition of painting, the Visual & Entertainment Arts program will help you to create work with depth and resonance. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as artist or art instructor. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as artist or art instructor.

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• Miami International University of Art & Design

About the Program:

In Visual & Game Programming, you’ll take courses in art, general studies, mathematics, science, computer engineering, and computer graphics. As you gain experience, you’ll create modified prototype games in a group environment, learning how a whole team works together to create a product. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as digital artist, character animator, texture artist, and character modeler.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of California - Orange County
• The Art Institute of California - San Francisco
• The Art Institute of California - San Diego
• The Art Institute of California - Hollywood
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Portland
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Art Institute of Vancouver

About the Program:

The Visual Effects & Motion Graphics program helps you to learn how to use your creativity to produce attention-grabbing communication design for film, television, and the Web. Visual effects are responsible for movie trailers, opening film credits, television commercials, animated network identities, and short promos. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as production assistant, assistant designer, visual effect specialist, or broadcast design assistant.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of California - Hollywood
• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
• The Art Institute of California - Orange County
• The Art Institute of Colorado
• The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas
• Miami International University of Art & Design
• The Art Institute of Philadelphia
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
• The Art Institute of Portland
• The Art Institutes International Minnesota
• The Art Institute of Tampa
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
• The Art Institute of Houston

About the Program:

In the Web Design program, you’ll study HTML scripting, designing graphics for the screen, Web site development using current applications, operating systems, network technology, web animation, and desktop editing skills. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as Web site designer, Web artist, Web producer, Web site developer, and multimedia producer.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur
• The Art Institute of Charlotte
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg

About the Program:

In the Web Design program, you’ll study HTML scripting, designing graphics for the screen, Web site development using current applications, operating systems, network technology, web animation, and desktop editing skills. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as Web site designer, Web artist, Web producer, Web site developer, and multimedia producer.

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• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division

About the Program:

In the Web Design & Interactive Media program, you’ll focus on interface design, interactivity, visual design, database design, dynamic Web content design, technology, and information design and employ creative solutions across all Web-related mediums. You’ll have an opportunity to learn skills that will enable you to create accessible, engaging interactions via Web sites and other interactive mediums. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment in positions such as interactive designer, animator, special effects artist, and computer artist.

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• The Art Institute of Atlanta
• The Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur
• The Art Institute of Austin
• The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire
• The Art Institute of Raleigh - Durham
• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
• The Art Institute of California - Orange County
• The Art Institute of California - Sacramento
• The Art Institutes International - Kansas City
• The Art Institute of California - San Diego
• The Art Institute of California - San Francisco
• The Art Institute of Sunnyvale
• The Art Institute of California - Hollywood
• The Art Institute of Colorado
• The Art Institute of Charlotte
• The Art Institute of Charleston
• The Art Institute of Dallas
• The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale
• The Art Institute of Houston
• The Art Institute of Indianapolis
• The Art Institute of Jacksonville
• The Art Institute of Las Vegas
• The Art Institutes International Minnesota
• The Art Institute of Michigan
• The Art Institute of New York City
• The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
• The Art Institute of Portland
• The Art Institute of Philadelphia
• The Art Institute of Phoenix
• The Art Institute of Seattle
• The Art Institute of Salt Lake City
• The Art Institute of Tampa
• The Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville
• The Art Institute of Tucson
• The Art Institute of Vancouver
• The Art Institute of Washington
• The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg
• The New England Institute of Art
• The Art Institute of York-Pennsylvania
• The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division
• The Art Institute of Washington-Northern Virginia
• The Art Institute of Virginia Beach
• The Art Institute of Fort Worth

About the Program:

Web Design & Interactive Media Design is used to create everything from DVD menus to Web site navigation and touch screen. In the Interactive Media Design program, you’ll learn the basic skills needed to create friendly, usable interactions via the Web, CD-ROMS, DVDs, and kiosks. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as interactive designer, animator, special effects artist, and computer artist.

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• The Art Institute of Vancouver

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• The Art Institute of Vancouver

About the Program:

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• The New England Institute of Art