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Prepare for a dynamic career in the digital arts.
Prepare for a growing career in the digital arts! Our hands-on program can equip you with the training and multi-industry skills to become an expert in fundamental design principles, imaging techniques, graphic design, video production, creative branding, and web and interactive design, among other areas.
The Right Pathway for You
MCC offers Certificates of Completion and Associate Degrees for this program. Your interests and goals will guide you in selecting the pathway that is ideal for you. You may find a combination of certificates or degrees is the fastest way to realize your dreams.
Certificates
The knowledge and skills acquired while earning a Certificate of Completion (CCL) can help launch you into a new career or energize your current job. Generally requiring fewer credit hours than degrees or transfer programs, a CCL may be your best first step into higher education.
A list of available certificates offered in the Digital Arts program
| Name |
Type |
Title |
Courses |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
Animation |
Pathway Map |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
Animation |
Pathway Map |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
Digital Arts: Digital Photography |
Pathway Map |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
Graphic Design |
Pathway Map |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
Illustration |
Pathway Map |
Associate Degrees
MCC’s associate degrees enhance your resume and prepare you to enter the workforce with an advantage. Whether you are interested in simply completing basic, required college courses or specializing in a specific area, there’s a degree for you.
A list of available associate degrees offered in the Digital Arts program
| Name |
Type |
Title |
Courses |
|
Associate in Applied Science |
AAS |
Animation and Time-Based Media |
Pathway Map |
|
Associate in Applied Science |
AAS |
Graphic Design |
Pathway Map |
|
Associate in Applied Science |
AAS |
Illustration and Sequential Art |
Pathway Map |
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of a degree or certificate within the Digital Arts program may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages*. Some occupations may require additional education or training. You can click on any occupation to view more detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$29.14
Annual Median Wage
$60,615
Number of People Employed
865
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 10.5%
Design and develop manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$38.48
Annual Median Wage
$80,044
Number of People Employed
305
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.1%
Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$24.46
Annual Median Wage
$50,885
Number of People Employed
56
4-Year Employment Growth
Decrease by -14.3%
Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May work with a producer or director to organize images for final production. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$25.08
Annual Median Wage
$52,180
Number of People Employed
415
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.3%
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$25.10
Annual Median Wage
$52,213
Number of People Employed
4,155
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 6.2%
Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.
Typical Education Level
some college
Hourly Median Wage
$10.53
Annual Median Wage
$21,918
Number of People Employed
917
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 14.6%
Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$22.37
Annual Median Wage
$46,541
Number of People Employed
2,213
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 3.0%
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$35.12
Annual Median Wage
$73,057
Annual Job Openings
3,028
Number of People Employed
28,378
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.8%
Plan and coordinate various aspects of radio, television, stage, or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing and editing, and arranging financing.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$26.74
Annual Median Wage
$55,628
Number of People Employed
1,105
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 10.0%
Create special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$23.52
Annual Median Wage
$48,930
Number of People Employed
419
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 13.4%
Operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.
Typical Education Level
an Associate degree
Hourly Median Wage
$29.99
Annual Median Wage
$62,398
Number of People Employed
644
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 5.3%
* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer
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Connect with an Advisor
Before signing up for classes, you’ll want to connect with an academic advisor. Together, you’ll lay out an academic plan that suits you best. This step is essential to your academic success.
