{"id":670,"date":"2023-09-24T09:55:33","date_gmt":"2023-09-24T13:55:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/?page_id=670"},"modified":"2026-04-07T10:06:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T14:06:39","slug":"graphic-design","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/graphic-design\/","title":{"rendered":"Graphic Design"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cutting-edge Technology, Expert Faculty, Skills to Build a Successful Graphic Design Career<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Queens Graphic Design program, you will master the art of visual content creation. Our students have the opportunity to learn from renowned experts in the field and leverage the latest design tools, empowering you to produce visual content for all types of screens, surfaces, and media. You\u2019ll also learn to navigate real-world design problems through critical thinking and collaboration and graduate with the skills you need to launch a successful career in a dynamic and exciting industry.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/Banner_04.jpg\" alt=\"GDN student artwork compilation\" class=\"wp-image-3839\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/Banner_04.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/Banner_04-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/Banner_04-768x393.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet Nathan Le &#8217;24<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;As a graphic design major, my relationship with my professors has opened doors that I never thought would be possible. From traveling abroad to engaging with real-world clients, being a graphic design major has prepared me for the future!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our students get access to cutting-edge design tools and faculty members with deep expertise across a variety of industries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll develop an extensive skill set, with training in graphic design, UX design, multimedia and web design, packaging design, illustration, exhibition design, augmented and virtual reality, art direction, marketing, social media, creative entrepreneurship, and digital fine arts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As part of our program, you will build a dynamic portfolio to help launch your career in the fast-changing world of 21st-century design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll also benefit from being part of a community of student designers who can inspire and motivate you throughout your time at Queens. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/191159985@N03\/albums\/72177720305863412\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">view some of their incredible work<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/191159985@N03\/albums\/72177720305863412\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View Our Student Work<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Student AIGA Chapter &#8211; @QUAIGA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Graphic Design program has a student chapter, @QUAIGA, in the American Institute of Graphic Arts. One of the perks of being a Graphic Design major at Queens is that you receive free membership in AIGA! 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You will learn about the history of typefaces, how to arrange text and information, and both basic and creative typographic techniques used in graphic design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Motion Graphics (GDN 213)<\/strong>: This course teaches graphic design using a time-based approach. You will learn basic skills in motion graphics for communication and broadcasting. Projects will involve designing assets for both broadcast and online platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Branding and Identity Design (GDN 310)<\/strong>: This course teaches you about branding and how to create visual identity systems. It explores brand identity through different design projects. You will also learn how to use language, materials, and consider what your audience expects and how they can participate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>User Experience Design (GDN 313)<\/strong>: This course teaches you about user experiences with interactive media in graphic design. You will learn about user-centered design, the interactive design process, and the best ways to create and develop interactive design solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/04\/GDN-One-Pager_SP26.pdf\">Curriculum Info<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Contact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"260\" src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/02\/Melissa-Gamez-2025.jpg\" alt=\"Melissa Gamez\" class=\"wp-image-5212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/02\/Melissa-Gamez-2025.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/02\/Melissa-Gamez-2025-300x244.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Melissa Gamez<\/strong><br>Assistant Professor of Design<br>Director of Graphic Design and Studio Art<br><a href=\"mailto:gamezm@queens.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gamezm@queens.edu<\/a><br>704-337-2332<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet Your Professors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-8631861a wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/artsci\/adm-dept-faculty\/\">Faculty Directory<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cutting-edge Technology, Expert Faculty, Skills to Build a Successful Graphic Design Career In the Queens Graphic Design program, you will master the art of visual content creation. 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