GRAPHIC DESIGN & INTERACTIVE MEDIA
BECOME A GRAPHIC DESIGNER
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
You will learn about the social, technological, and political changes that have shaped communication arts.
You will be taught the building blocks of design, and explore the relationship between visual form and content.
You will understand the role of brand identity, and how to execute a visual identity program using communication platforms and technologies for both print and online channels.
You will study the role played by an art director, and the wide range of disciplines and environments in which they operate.
You will explore different techniques for developing design ideas and incorporating them into your problem-solving process.
You will be taught how humans interact, both with each other and their environments, as a prelude to designing interactive experiences and products, including through the use of mobile technology.
You will practice on Adobe’s vector imaging software while exploring advanced concepts and techniques. You will learn how to provide solutions that are both practical and creative.
You will train on Adobe’s raster imaging software so that you can create, edit and manipulate imagery for both print and digital channels.
You will be introduced to the design of the printed page (single and multi-page layouts), and explore the printing process as it relates to technology and materials. You will learn content organization, grids, and Adobe InDesign.
You will learn how to communicate through visual language by exploring the use of typography design and letterform in both analog and digital applications.
You will practice shooting a variety of locations and subjects while learning to use light, shape, framing and depth of field as tools to create imagery, mood, and messages.
You will be taught how to create and manipulate motion graphics, imagery, typography and video.
You will study the technologies and platforms utilized in website design today.
This studio-based class will allow you to focus on a major topical project, one that can be included in your portfolio of work.
You will learn the best practices for running a design studio, from project scope to communication to execution, and customer-first strategies to improve the client experience.
You will be taught the best practices for creating an effective, relevant portfolio of work, one that is geared specifically towards your career goals.
*For a full list of our Online Graphic Design & Interactive Media program courses, visit the TFS website.
Our students graduate this program equipped with a portfolio and demo reel, curated to match their career goals, and can include:
- Layout Design for Marketing & Communications
- Typography
- Image Composition
- Graphics & Digital
- Illustration
- Brand Identity & Logo
- Design
- Motion Graphics
- UX/UI
- Interactive & Experience
- Design
- Art Direction
- Storyboarding
- Social Media Design
- Traditional & Digital Marketing
- Web Design
YOUR MENTORS
Andrew Barnsley
His dream is to see Toronto Film School students on the sets of every major production in Canada.
TFS EXPERIENCE
TFS Experience
Exclusive networking opportunities
Curriculum based on today’s industry trends
Graduate with a portfolio
Dedicated support services
Create your own schedule
Learn from working industry professional faculty
AFFILIATION, PARTNERSHIP, & ACCOLADES
TFSFF
TFS Film Festival
Our annual TFS film festival is an awards show that allows students to showcase their work and be rewarded for their creativity.
YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM
Accessibility & Academic Accommodations
Yorkville University (YU) and Toronto Film School (TFS) are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming learning environment for all learners.
Career Services
A team of Career Services Advisors offers one-on-one and group sessions, plus, webinars on several relevant career development topics, including career exploration, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, researching the labour market, and more.
Mental Health & Wellness
The mental health and wellness team provides free of charge, individual counselling using short-term and goal-directed counselling and group and workshops supporting holistic health and wellness.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Toronto Film School, we’re working to ensure that everyone’s human rights are protected. Learn how our students, faculty and staff are being equipped with the resources and tools they need to reach their full potential.
DEGREE PATHWAY
