Sandy High School

 

Are you drawn to a career in Art Production or Digital Media? 

Creative Artists pursue their passion in a variety of media and career fields.

Some of the career opportunities and estimated annual salaries*: 

Graphic Artist: $50k-$90k                                           Brand Manager: $70k- $100k

Art Director: $82k- $120k                                           Web Design: $53k- $135k

Painter: $27k- $130k                                                    Art Teacher: $47k- $73k

Sculptor: $26- $100k                                                    Creative Director: $80k- $100k

Illustrator: $32k- $96k                                                  Animator: $45k- $133k

Jewelry Designer: $50k- $83k                                      Digital Artist: $50k- $157k

Photographer: $44k- $150k                                          Creative Services Manager: $60k- $110k

Social Media Specialist: $53k- $75k                            Fashion Designer: $57k- $110k

 

 

 

GRAPHIC DESIGN 1 

Entry Level: 9

Length:  Year

Students will learn the basics of Adobe illustrator and Photoshop to develop visuals used in a

variety of creative projects, including logos, business cards, posters, etc. Students will learn to

oversee the design, layout and formatting of these materials with a strong sense of concept

development in addition to communication, collaboration, research, problem-solving and presentation skills.

 

GRAPHIC DESIGN 2

Entry Level: 10

Length: Year

Prerequisite: Graphic Design 1

Students will become proficient using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to develop visuals used in

a variety of creative projects, including ads, brochures, corporate identity, packaging, presentation, promotional displays, signage and websites. Students will learn to oversee the design,

layout and formatting of these materials with a strong sense of concept development in addition

to communication, collaboration, research, problem-solving and presentation skills.

 

STUDIO ART PRODUCTION 1

Entry Level: 9

Length: Year

In this introductory class you will get to explore a variety of different art mediums like ceramics,

screen printing and jewelry making. Motivated students with schedule conflicts may enter this

year-long class at the semester with instructor and counselor approval.

 

STUDIO ART PRODUCTION 2 

Entry Level: 10

Length: Year

Prerequisite:  Studio Art Production 1

This class is a continuation of Studio 1 and will allow students to explore more challenging art

techniques with a heavy focus on ceramics. In addition to exploring the making process, students

will also work on developing concepts and ideas to make their artwork unique and sell-able.

 

STUDIO ART PRODUCTION LAB

Entry Level: 11

Length: Year

Prerequisite:  Studio Art Production 2

This course is an independent study for motivated students who have experience in Studio Art 1 &

2, as well Graphic Design 1 & 2. Students will plan and develop their own business brand and line

of unique hand made art that will be featured and sold at the end of year art show.