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.