Program Overview

Certificate, 55 credits

Students may begin in fall quarter only.
Publishing Arts may be a good fit for you if you like to create with ink on paper, and work with computers.
Areas of study include color management, project management, customer service, and computer network maintenance.
Jobs include employment in publishing companies, retail or corporate graphics departments, software development, commercial printing and packaging, screen printing, digital editing and publishing.

Publishing Arts is a new program for learning how to plan, create and publish. The program-a unique combination of creative and technical-links the latest publishing software with advanced color computer labs (PC and Macintosh) and a full range of digital imaging technology.

You will learn all about the publishing industry through a hands-on, team-based experience, earning an associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degree or a one-year certificate. Publish your own designs in the form of posters, brochures, notecards, books, T-shirts and many other commercial-quality products. House your digital portfolio on the web. Develop professional-level skills in color management, using specialized imaging software, project management, customer service, and maintaining a small computer network.

Career Opportunities

This dynamic program will prepare you to select from the huge variety of specializations continuing to grow out of the digital revolution. Training will qualify you for employment in the following corporate environments:

Publishing companies
Retail, corporate or in-house graphics
Software development
Commercial printing and packaging
Screen printing
Image editing/stock photography
Digital printing and publishing
Graphic production
Production design
Prepress services

Industry professionals wishing to upgrade their skills are welcome, including those interested in estimating, sales, and management careers. Publishing Arts enjoys a strong industry reputation, demonstrated by new equipment contributions and employment offers for graduates. Student work is internationally recognized in professional competitions and articles.

Information Sessions

Information sessions are conducted each quarter so interested students can meet faculty and learn more about the program. Please call 206 587-3830 or check the quarterly class schedule for information on these sessions.

For Further Information:

Publishing Arts Program
Business, Information Technology & Creative Arts
Seattle Central Community College
1701 Broadway, Room BE5166
Seattle, WA 98122
PHONE: (206) 587-3830
FAX: (206) 516-3130