Graphic Design Career Launch Pad
Graphic Design Career Launch Pad
DESMA X 479.3AB
Gain a polished strategy for the steps needed to take to enter the design profession, with projects designed to challenge creativity and advance preparedness for the real world.
Typically Available
Winter
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
In Person
Cost
Starting at $925.00
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Learn the various graphic design disciplines and different types of design work environments, including freelancing
Explore what makes a strong design portfolio, with assignments geared to strengthening yours
Via studio tours and guest speakers, gain invaluable insight into the profession and networking opportunities
Prepare résumé and other basic identity items
Gain interviewing tips & techniques
About This Course
Students start with an honest assessment of their strengths and weaknesses and end up with a polished strategy for the steps they need to take to enter the graphic design profession. Via lectures, guest speakers, and studio visits, students receive an overview of the field. Topics include salaries, disciplines, various work environments, day in the life; how to job search, portfolio and resume building, basic identity items and interviewing. Weekly assignments and presentations are designed to challenge creativity and advance preparedness for the real world.
Prerequisites
All Core Design Concepts courses or equivalent.
Winter 2027 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
In Person
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Deadline
Refunds only available from November 02, 2026 to January 17, 2027
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jan 5, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Jan 12, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Jan 19, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Jan 26, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Feb 2, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Feb 9, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Feb 16, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Feb 23, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Mar 2, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Mar 9, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Discussion
Tue Mar 16, 2027
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
This course applies toward the following programs
Design Communication Arts
certificate
certificate
Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.
Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.