Visual Communications

Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Video, Photography, Web Design, and Illustration

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Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Web Design, Photography, and Illustration

What is VC?

Visual Communications is a program at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. We offer two degree tracks: An AAS in Graphic Design, and in Graphic Design with an Option in Interactive Media (Web design, animation, and filmmaking). Have other questions? Follow the links below:

Overview Sessions

If you are interested in more information about graphic design options at Chemeketa, we invite you to attend an overview session of the VC program.

2012–13 Dates

  • Tuesday, April 16th, 2013
  • Tuesday, May 14th, 2013
  • Monday, June 17th, 2013

All sessions are from 4:30–6:00PM in 4/279 on the Salem campus

We will talk about our degrees in graphic design and interactive media, show examples of student work, provide information about the application process and discuss transfer and career options. A packet of information is available online.

You are also welcome to attend our annual student portfolio show to be held Thursday June 6th, 2013 from 4–7pm in Building 4, room 279.

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Latest News

Student Portfolio Show Coming Soon

May 9th, 2013

Our graduating student Portfolio Show is June 6th, 2013 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The event will take place in Building 4/279 on the Salem campus of Chemeketa Community College (parking passes are not required during the show).

Come see the amazing work our students do, connect with faculty, staff, alumni, and employers from the industry, and enjoy an appetizer (or three).

Visual Communications: Twilight & Online in Spring

March 6th, 2013

Filmmaking, photography, and Illustrator headline the Visual Communications late afternoon, evening, and online classes this spring.

You do not need to be a VC program student to enroll in these courses, but some do have prerequisites.

All computer classes are on Macintosh platform. For more questions about these or other classes, contact Christine Linder at 503.399.6473. All courses listed meet for the full eleven-week term. See the schedule timetable for additional information on how to register for these classes.

 

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Instructor Kelly James’ Work Featured on Filson.com

February 19th, 2013

Crater Lake by Kelly James

Professional photographer and Visual Communications part-time faculty member Kelly James was recently featured on the Web site for Filson, an outdoor apparel retailer. His photo of Crater Lake (shot in January) and the story he wrote about capturing the image is the featured article in their The Filson Life section. Congratulations to Kelly for the both capturing an amazing photograph and for sharing the great story behind the image.

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VC Overview Session February 26th

February 15th, 2013

If you would like information about graphic design and interactive media options at Chemeketa, we invite you to attend an overview session of the VC program. We will talk about program options, show student work, provide information about the application process, discuss transfer and career possibilities and answer all your questions.

The next overview date is Tuesday February 26th, 2013.

All sessions are scheduled from 4:30–6:00 pm in building 4, room 279. Everyone is welcome and no reservations are required.

We’re Hiring!

December 14th, 2012

Wanted: Graphic Design Instructor

We are happy to announce the opening of a full-time graphic design faculty position in our Visual Communications Program.  We are looking for someone to teach graphic design, page layout, file preparation, print production, and software application classes. Opportunities to teach and develop other courses in illustration, web design, or photography may be available, depending on your professional experience.

Review of applications will begin after February 11, 2013, with a starting date of September 2013.

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