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 Arts — 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 prepare for 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