Arts, Entertainment & Design
Where Creativity Meets Opportunity
If your child has a creative spark and a knack for technology, this career field could be a perfect fit. By turning their talents into real-world skills, students prepare for exciting careers in areas like education, entertainment, advertising, and more.
Which pathway is offered?
Design & Digital Art—This pathway helps your child channel their creativity into exciting, real-world skills. They’ll explore photography, photo editing, animation, 3D modeling, and design—all while learning the same tools the pros use. Plus, because Photoshop is the gold standard in visual arts, students can earn an industry-recognized Photoshop credential right in class, giving them a head start on their future.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?¹
Career opportunities in this field include:
- Special effects artist/animator
- Graphic designer
- Multimedia artist
- Web developer
¹Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my student’s future look like with this career?²
²Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- ACT National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
- Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) – Visual Communications using Adobe Photoshop
- ACA – Print and Digital Media Publishing using Adobe InDesign