Graphic Design & Digital Communications Hybrid Program

Note: This program is enrolling for Fall 2026.

Create Bold. Communicate Big. Launch Your Career – From Anywhere.

The Graphic Design & Digital Communications Hybrid E-Degree at Lake Area Tech delivers the same career-focused curriculum as the on-campus program, with the flexibility of online learning. Designed for creative, tech-savvy students who need scheduling flexibility, this 18-month program prepares you for a high-demand, high-impact career in today’s digital world.

Hands-On Training – Wherever You Are

This hybrid e-degree emphasizes real-world, project-based learning using the same professional tools and workflows used in the creative industry. You’ll work on portfolio-driven assignments, participate in critique sessions, and collaborate with instructors and peers while learning remotely.

Although coursework is primarily online, the program maintains a strong hands-on focus through live instruction, guided practice, and required on-campus lab experiences during the final semester.

How Does a Hybrid Degree Work?

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What You’ll Learn

You’ll build creative and technical skills employers are looking for, including:

• Adobe Creative Cloud – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and more
• Graphic Design for Print and Digital Media – layout, branding, and visual strategy
• Motion Graphics and Video Production – animation, editing, and storytelling
• Web Design and Development – HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and UI/UX
• Sound Design and Audio Editing – voice, music, and effects
• AI-Powered Design Tools – enhance speed and creativity in image editing, audio mastering, and video production
• Social Media Content Creation – branding, content strategy, and engagement

The future of media is smart, fast, and AI-driven. This program prepares you to work confidently with emerging creative technologies and pursue roles in content automation, generative design, and digital production.

Your Career Starts Here

Graduates of the hybrid e-degree are prepared for careers in:

• Graphic Design and Branding
• Web and UI Design
• Digital Marketing and Social Media
• Animation and Motion Graphics
• Video and Audio Production
• Multimedia Content Creation
• Marketing Agencies, Print Shops, or In-House Creative Teams

Whether you want to work remotely, join a creative agency, or build a freelance career, you’ll graduate with the skills, experience, and portfolio to succeed.

Why Choose Lake Area Tech?

• 18-month, career-focused hybrid program
• Online learning with live instruction and structured feedback
• Limited, purposeful on-campus lab requirements
• Small class sizes and expert instructors
• Project-based learning with real-world outcomes

Transferology

Curious how your classes will transfer? Use Transferology to see how courses apply toward degrees at other colleges and explore your transfer options with confidence.