This intermediate course is a practical study of professional practices for graphic and interaction designers. Students gain real-world experience by applying for and completing an industry internship off site. Emphasis is placed on developing career skills for the graphic design and interaction design fields. Instruction includes self-promotion, contracts, and professional networking. This course is intended for graphic design and interaction design students.
Mike Green is a creative director, design thinker and brand strategist with over 20 years of creative industry experience. Mike has collaborated with talented teams at fortune 500’s and non-profits from all over the globe. From brand identity to broadcast, graphic design to campaign development, Mike has collected a wide range of valuable tools for an ever-evolving media landscape. One of Mike’s greatest passions is education and helping design students make the transition from the classroom to the professional world. He currently teaches ARTG-135 Professional Practices and helps coordinate the Graphic Design Internship Program. When Mike’s not lecturing on the value of design, you can probably find him out surfing or playing soccer with his kids.