CVCC AGD

Sign Systems, Inc. in Hickory is HIRING! Looking for an experienced graphic designer, someone with signage experience a plus (but can be trained). Contact Kristin Williams | [email protected]

Interested in teaching Adobe CC? Hickory Career and Arts Magnet School is hiring a teacher ASAP. Contact Natasha Stiles [email protected]

We are SkillsUSA! AGD and Photo Tech students competed in the 2022 SkillsUSA NLSC this week in Atlanta! Gold in Outstanding Chapter (Haley Anderson, Julia Menzies, Britney Sermon), Silver in Screen Printing (Joshua Rodriguez), Bronze in Pin Design (Jamie Bruckmann), and Bronze in Digital Cinema Production (Pablo Becerril-Osornio and Tristan King)! We also competed in Advertising Design (Emma Maltba) and Photography (Phoebe Stewart). CVCC was recognized as a 2022 Model of Excellence in Personal Skills (Luis Gonzalez and Stephanie Huitron). Help us congratulate these amazing competitors!

Don’t forget! Join us tonight at 6pm for the premier of Vision 2022, our virtual student art show.

You can watch live on our page or on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/Oztc4adgauQ

Grace Mull, from Hickory, NC, will be showcasing her work in Vision 2022, the CVCC Student Art Show, on Friday, May 6 at the Hickory Museum of Art as part of the Advertising and Graphic Design Program.

“In Graphic Design, I specialize in digital illustration. I have always loved drawing and painting, but through this program, I have learned how to create designs and illustrations using Adobe Illustrator. I appreciate that I have options as to how I can create designs, and my technical skills have expanded past analog paintings.

My dream job is working with a team to create illustrations and layouts for album covers, books, or magazines. I love the creativity that comes with designing, but I also love the challenge of laying out copy and other elements. I work best with a team where we can pitch each other ideas and have a hand in all the elements that go into design and layout.

It is hard to choose just one, but my favorite project was the Catawba Farms Beer series. It was in a team project with designing elements and production elements. This project came with a big presentation, which just made it so satisfying when it all came together at the end.

I can't express how much I value the technical skills I have gained throughout this program. Learning different programs and software had helped me become a better designer, which has always been my goal. I am also grateful for the presentation skills and networking skills will help me no matter where my career takes me.”

You can view more of Grace’s work at graceardenco.com or visit cvccstudentartshow.com to see all of our talented students. To learn more about the Advertising and Graphic Design Program, visit cvcc.tech/agd.

Joshua Rodriguez, from Lincolnton, NC, will be showcasing his work in Vision 2022, the CVCC Student Art Show, on Friday, May 6 at the Hickory Museum of Art as part of the Advertising and Graphic Design Program.

“After graduation, I hope to be working in a print shop. My dream job would be to own a screen printing shop. My favorite project I completed while at CVCC is Tune Scout, my app interface.

The most important skill or lesson I have learned is to take everything piece by piece. My greatest achievement during my time at CVCC is developing my presentation skills. My most memorable or favorite moment during my time at CVCC is when my team won the eSports project.”

You can view more of Joshua’s work at xjrdesigns.com or visit cvccstudentartshow.com to see all of our talented students. To learn more about the Advertising and Graphic Design Program, visit cvcc.tech/agd.

Today we continue our Vision 2022 Student Art Show highlights starting with Jamie Bruckmann!

Jamie Bruckmann, from Hudson, NC, will be showcasing her work in Vision 2022, the CVCC Student Art Show, on Friday, May 6 at the Hickory Museum of Art as part of the Advertising and Graphic Design Program.

“In graphic design, I really enjoy branding design. I love learning about what makes a brand special, what's important to the company, and what stands out to the clients. After graduation, there are areas I could see myself perusing. I could go into teaching and sharing what I have learned with others. I could go into branding and learn about a brand to create a cohesive design for them. I could also see myself going more into the digital route with web design.

My favorite project I completed while at CVCC is The RedHawk eSport team design. I loved having a variety of collateral needed and figuring out how to make everything, from the uniforms to the arena to pins and keychains, all look cohesive. The final keychain design I made with Adobe Dimension. My team worked with Engineering Technology on campus to get it 3D printed. It was so amazing holding the keychain and knowing I had made it. Throughout the project, I loved working with my team and being able to bounce ideas off of each other.

My greatest achievement while at CVCC is probably placing as a national finalist in Adobe Certified Associate Champion out of 66,000 entries with one of my projects.”

You can view more of Jamie’s work at bruckmanncreativestudio.com or visit cvccstudentartshow.com to see all of our talented students. To learn more about the Advertising and Graphic Design Program, visit cvcc.tech/agd.

Vision 2022, CVCC’s Student Art Show is in-person this Friday, May 6 from 3–7PM and online this Saturday, May 7 at 6PM! Visit www.cvccstudentartshow.com for more information.

Tristan King, from Newton, NC, will be showcasing his work in Vision 2022, the CVCC Student Art Show, on Friday, May 6 at the Hickory Museum of Art as part of the Advertising and Graphic Design Program.

“In design, I most enjoy multimedia and motion graphics. I've always been interested in video design, editing, and composition, and being able to further this skill at CVCC was very fulfilling. I hope to continually learn and grow through experience, no matter what job I take.

My greatest achievement during my time at CVCC is the Catawba Farms Kombucha label design project. I was given the opportunity to work alongside a team of creative professionals, and with Catawba Farms, to produce a label design that is now used for their product.

The most important piece of advice I would give to someone entering this program at CVCC is take it one step at a time. It's easy to become overwhelmed and frustrated with everything. This is why it's important to step back, take a deep breath, and continue moving forward. ”

You can view more of Tristan’s work at tkingcreativestudios.com or visit cvccstudentartshow.com to see all of our talented students. To learn more about the Advertising and Graphic Design Program, visit cvcc.tech/agd.

Julia Menzies, from Hickory, NC, will be showcasing her work in Vision 2022, the CVCC Student Art Show, on Friday, May 6 at the Hickory Museum of Art as part of the Advertising and Graphic Design Program.

“In my field, I like simple illustrations for the aesthetic of the artwork. I also like social media content creation. I use social media every day, so it is easy for me to pick up on the trends. My dream job would be to work as a social media content creator for either a major brand or an NHL team.

My favorite project I created while at CVCC was during screen printing in the summer. I drew a picture of a lemonade pitcher with some limes and oranges using my iPad. After transferring it to film, I screen-printed it onto a poster.

I want to be known for being a great person to work with. Client relations are so much more important than we think, and I hope I can leave an impact that way.”

You can view more of Julia’s work at menziesstudio.myportfolio.com or visit cvccstudentartshow.com to see all of our talented students. To learn more about the Advertising and Graphic Design Program, visit cvcc.tech/agd.

Today we continue our Vision 2022 Student Art Show highlights with Baylee Reynolds!

Baylee Reynolds, from Charlotte, NC, will be showcasing her work in Vision 2022, the CVCC Student Art Show, on Friday, May 6 at the Hickory Museum of Art as part of the Advertising and Graphic Design Program.

“In my work, I specialize in illustration and branding because most of my graphic design work stems from being creative through my illustration work. Branding is something that comes easily to me because I can easily envision a brand identity through the creative process.

My greatest achievement during my time at CVCC was winning the eSports and Catawba Farms design competitions. These were both group projects, which also provided me with the ability and skillset to work with team members. This also allowed the exposure to real-world clients and working with the community.

The thing I love most about my field/future profession is the field is constantly changing and it allows for a creative outlet for many people, while still creating jobs.”

You can view more of Baylee’s work at raad.studio or visit cvccstudentartshow.com to see all of our talented students. To learn more about the Advertising and Graphic Design Program, visit cvcc.tech/agd.

Today we are excited to start highlighting the amazing students participating in this year's Vision 2022 Art Show! We will kick things off with Advertising & Graphic Design student Stephanie:

Stephanie Huitron, from Hickory, NC, will be showcasing her work in Vision 2022, the CVCC Student Art Show, on Friday, May 6 at the Hickory Museum of Art as part of the Advertising and Graphic Design Program.

“When it comes to graphic design, I enjoy conceptualizing brand strategy, creating graphics for print and digital marketing efforts, and designing brand identities. My expertise in marketing and delivering effective designs for brands sets me apart from my peers. I can understand what clients are looking for, how to reach the end-user, and create effective designs whether it's creating a logo, poster, or email marketing campaign.

My greatest achievement during my time at CVCC was entering the door on the first day. The opportunity to study graphic design was not an easy option for me to pursue until Fall 2020. Throughout the past two years, I've been consistent in attending class, conceptualizing and designing graphics for the projects, and bridging the gap between my dream and my passion.

Among the different lessons I've learned during the program, one piece of advice that sticks out is: don't compare yourself to others. Especially as designers, we can get caught up in someone else's design being better than yours. Give your all to your projects, put in the work, seek advice, and trust your talent. There's no one better at being you and what you have to offer may mean the world to someone else.”

You can view more of Stephanie’s work at stephaniealexiscreative.studio or visit cvccstudentartshow.com to see all of our talented students. To learn more about the Advertising and Graphic Design Program, visit cvcc.tech/agd.

This past week, students in our Advertising and Graphic Design program captured still images for a stop-motion GIF project! This project incorporated storyboarding, designing and setting up a scene with props and using a DSLR camera with tripod to shoot a sequence of photos to tell a story through an animated GIF.

Want to learn more about our AGD program? Visit https://bit.ly/CVCCagd22.

Way to go, Keyley! We are so proud of you! A 2021 Graduate of CVCC’s AGD program and winner of CVCC’s Everyday Entrepreneur Venture Fund Grant, Keyley has recently expanded her business and opened a studio and storefront in downtown Taylorsville. Join her this Friday and Saturday for her Grand Opening!

Keyley Shae Design Co., owned and operated by Keyley Shae Sigmon, is now open for business in Alexander County offering a variety of personalized items including apparel, signs, magnets, mugs, phone cases, keychains, and much more.

READ MORE DETAILS AT:
https://www.taylorsvilletimes.com/2022/03/21/keyley-shae-design-co-opens/

We received special permission to provide CVCC’s Advertising + Graphic Design students with a behind-the-scenes preview of Mountain Creek Park, which is still under construction and not yet open to the public. It was a beautiful and fun morning with CVCC AGD!

We challenged the students to design an artwork series representing all four parks in the Catawba County Park System, and today was their first and only opportunity to see MCP before their designs are due. Stay tuned for the final artwork reveal this spring!

2nd Years take a hike! Our students met with Catawba County Parks today to discuss an upcoming partnership project and had the chance to explore River Bend Park through a guided tour!

How do you overcome a radioactive containment field failure? Or navigate a boiling pit of lava? Ask any of the Second Years now that they’ve completed these fun team building exercises! They quickly learned effective communication and cooperation are crucial skills for any creative team!

It’s Super Thursday! Catch up with Julia and Stephanie as they talk with Jamie Bruckmann about her experience as a finalist in the 2021 Adobe Certified Associate National Championship!

Guess what day it is… SUPER THURSDAY! The first episode of Season 2 drops today! Tune in to meet the new hosts and hear what’s new this season! Find us on your favorite podcatcher and learn more about CVCC’s AGD program at cvcc.tech/agd!

AGD Champions bring home the GOLD at SkillsUSA Nationals!! Lily Childres, Gold in T-shirt Design! Rodrigo Gonzalez, Gold in Screen Printing! Ashley Barnett, Gold in Outstanding Chapter! Chloe Huffman, Finalist in Advertising Design! Woo-hoo!! 🙌

These recent AGD Graduates competed against opponents throughout the U.S. in the 2021 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference. We are so proud of each of them for their hard work, dedication, perseverance, and willingness to step up and take on this additional extracurricular challenge this year! Help us congratulate and celebrate these outstanding national wins!

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Join us in congratulating Jamie Bruckmann, a rising 2nd-year AGD Student, for her recognition as a top ten finalist in the 2021 Adobe Certified Associate National Championship! Jamie competed against over 60,000 design submissions by 44,000 contestants to earn this honor. We are so proud of Jamie and how she represents CVCC and our AGD program. She is a true champion! Way to go, Jamie!

Our Summerscapes classes at CVCC (fun, week-long day camps for ages 5-18) begin June 14! For information about classes or to register, contact us or visit www.cvcc.edu/summerscapes.

Classes in our area include Screen Printing, Multimedia Madness, Photoshop Fun, Digital Design using Illustrator, Adventures in Animation, Codebreakers, Hand Lettering 101, DesignXD and much more!

Just wait until you see the Glow-In-The-Dark t-shirts with the “Blast Off” design each camper will receive! Yet another reason to sign up for a class today!

Shout out to AGD Alumni Vince Bryant, Aylin Mendoza, and Kyle Wilson for the concept and original artwork and a huge thanks to Abigail Houston, Christian Gonzalez, and Grace Mull for revising and updating the design for use this year.

New Episode Alert! Catch up with AGD Alumni Elisabeth (), Matthew (), and Melissa () as they talk about their experience in the program and in the industry. Visit cvcc.tech/agd to check it out!