Why Choose Graphic Design & Digital
Media at Bushnell?
Real clients. Real deadlines. Real portfolio experience. Bushnell’s Graphic Design & Digital Media program combines hands-on creative work, individualized faculty mentorship, and real-world design experience to help you build professional-level skills from day one.
Learn from faculty actively working in digital design and multimedia fields while developing experience in visual communication, branding, web design, and multimedia production using current industry tools and practices. Through partnerships with nonprofit and community organizations, students create real deliverables, respond to client feedback, and build polished portfolios that showcase both technical ability and creative strategy.
These experiences help students strengthen professional skills, expand industry connections, and prepare for meaningful careers in today’s evolving creative industries.
100%
client-based capstone.
Every student produces deliverables for a real organization
6–7
Creative electives available: Photography, Motion Graphic, Visual Communication, Digital Audio, Digital Storytelling
100%
graduate with professional portfolios Featuring client-based work, not just class projects
What You’ll Study
How the Curriculum is Structured
The Graphic Design & Digital Media curriculum combines foundational design principles with specialized training in visual communication, digital media, and multimedia production. Students develop creative and technical skills in graphic design, branding, web design, UX/UI, photography, motion graphics, multimedia storytelling, and digital content creation while learning how to communicate ideas effectively across multiple platforms and audiences.
Coursework includes classes in graphic design, digital imaging, branding and identity systems, multimedia storytelling, motion graphics, web design, photography, digital audio and video production, and creative strategy. Students also complete portfolio-focused projects, creative electives, internships, and a senior capstone experience that connects classroom learning with professional creative practice.
Experiential learning opportunities such as nonprofit partnerships, collaborative design projects, client work, and portfolio development help students apply creative skills in meaningful and professional contexts before graduation.
Internship Experience
Learning extends beyond the classroom through internships with businesses, nonprofit organizations, publishers, and creative teams in professional design environments. Students gain experience working on branding, digital content creation, web design, multimedia storytelling, photography, and visual communication projects while developing practical creative and technical skills.
These internship experiences are designed to help students explore their creative interests and career goals while building confidence and professional experience. Whether students are designing campaigns, developing brand assets, producing multimedia content, or collaborating with clients, they gain valuable experience in:
- Creative problem-solving and communication
- Branding and digital storytelling
- Client collaboration and workflow management
- Multimedia production and visual communication strategy
- Portfolio development and professional presentation
Students graduate with polished portfolio work, expanded professional networks, and practical experience that prepares them for careers in today’s creative industries.
Widget (Careers and Skills)
Graduates of Bushnell’s Bible and Theology program pursue meaningful ctudents who graduate from the biology program at Bushnell go on to pursue these types of careers:
- Research Assistant
- Environmental Scientist or Ecologist
- Forensic Scientist
- Microbiologist or Medical Laboratory Technician
- Zoologist or Biologist
- Nutritionist or Food Science Specialist
Frequently Asked Questions?
You’ll gain proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), web-design tools, multimedia production platforms, and digital workflow technologies. These industry-standard tools support skill development in design, photography, videography, and user experience.
You’ll complete branding systems, digital campaigns, web layouts, UX prototypes, motion graphics, photography, and multimedia storytelling projects. Many assignments involve real clients, allowing you to produce professional deliverables throughout the program.
You’ll partner with local and international nonprofits to create meaningful design assets—such as campaign visuals, brand elements, and digital storytelling pieces—allowing you to apply design skills toward community impact.
In recent years, students have completed projects for nonprofits, publishers, media firms, and local businesses, including Holt International, Harvest House Publishers, Circle Media, Isler NW, and Kidsports. Specific partners vary from year to year.
Contact Us
Have questions about Bushnell’s Graphic Design & Digital Media program? An admissions counselor can walk you through requirements, discuss transfer credits, and help you figure out your next step.
Our faculty and staff are 100% committed to your learning and invested in your success.
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