Interested in applying your imagination and creative talents? The Creative and Applied Arts ACP supports a community of learners broadly focused on visual and performing arts as well as commercial application of artistic expressions.
- Our programs of study will help you develop artistic skills that can be applied in fulfilling careers in technical theater production, stagecraft, graphic design, web and interactive design, illustration, digital photography, audio production, recording technology, and more.
- If a bachelor鈥檚 or master鈥檚 degree is in your future, our creative arts majors will prepare you for transfer opportunities in the areas of art, music, dance, theater, film, design, and photography.
Career in Creative & Applied Arts *
- Painters, illustrators, photographers, film makers, art critics, art teachers, and art dealers.
- Dancers, choreographers, actors, producers, casting directors, talent agents, and set designers
- Composers, arrangers, music promoters, music teachers, sound designers, sound editors, and recording technicians.
- Advertising artists, graphic designers, animators, web designers, and videographers.
* Many of these careers require a bachelor鈥檚 degree or higher.
Student Voice
Kristina Kalchev
Kristina Kalchev always dreamed big. She knew since she was young that she wanted to become not only a film director, but also a film composer and songwriter. Thanks to the lessons learned at 美姬社区, Kalchev has already captured an Emmy Award and is well on her way toward reaching her dreams. 鈥溍兰缜� was perfect for me,鈥� Kalchev said. 鈥淚t provided an awesome opportunity to dip my toes into film, musical performance and music technology, all while getting my undergraduate requirements out of the way.鈥�
Student Interview: Juan Beaz
Name: Juan Beaz |
Age: 27
Degree / Major from 美姬社区: A.A. Graphic Design
Did you transfer, if so where?
I did not transfer
What is your Career Goal?
My goal is to live off of freelance work eventually.
What was your favorite creative/art class(es) at 美姬社区?
3D design was by far my favorite class. The class pushed me to explore mediums I had
no experience with. To this day that class influences my work.
How are you using your 美姬社区 degree and skills now?
I鈥檝e since worked at various companies as a graphic designer and have showcased artwork
in various group shows and solo art exhibits.
Are you working on any projects right now?
Currently working on a solo art show where I'll be showcasing a series of relief prints
at Hill Street Country Club in Oceanside.
What advice do you have for new 美姬社区 students interested in the Creative & Applied
Arts pathway?
My advice to new students is to take advantage of the art courses being offered at
美姬社区 and really apply yourself to them. There鈥檚 more to a class than just passing
it.
Work Examples
Programs of Study
KEY: Certificate of Proficiency Certificate of Achievement Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree
Art
| Art History for Transfer | ||
| Digital Photography | ||
| Digital Photography | ||
| Museum Studies | ||
| Studio Arts for Transfer |
Dance
| Dance (prior training) | ||
| Dance (no prior training) | ||
| Dance Instructor (prior training) | ||
| Dance Instructor (no prior training) |
Dramatic Arts
| Design and Technology | ||
| Design and Technology (MCC GE) | ||
| Design and Technology (IGETC) | ||
| Dramatic Arts | ||
| Theatre Arts for Transfer |
Film
| Film Studies | ||
| Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer |
Media Arts & Technologies
| Digital and Print Publishing | ||
| Digital Media Foundations | ||
| Graphic Communication | ||
| Graphic Design | ||
| Graphic Design | ||
| Video and Animation | ||
| Video and Media Design | ||
| Web Design | ||
| Web Development and Design | ||
| Web Development and Design |
Music
| Music - Performance | ||
| Music - Educ/Comp/Therapy |
Music Technology
| Business of Music & Media | ||
| Music Technology | ||
| Music Technology | ||
| Music Technology |
**These maps are suggested sequences for course completion. Please consult a counselor to first complete an educational plan.
