Setting Dallas College Apart
The School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design remains on the cutting-edge in providing pathways into a variety of fields for our students. Among our latest initiatives is now offering four Level 1 certificates in Technical Theater and Live Events.
These one-year programs allow students to quickly develop the skills needed to land jobs working behind the scenes at live events and performances.
$82,210Median salary in DFW for CAED-related jobs
“The work I did here pushed my creativity in considering my various skills and career options. I use all of the skill sets I learned — web, print and animation — in my current job. I would recommend this program because it really opens up the possibilities of what you can do.”
David Rodriguez
Alum who is now
working as a graphic designer
Notable Occupations in CAED Based on Projected 3-Year Job Growth in DFW
|
Occupation |
Dallas College Program |
Current Employment |
Forecasted 3-Year Job Growth Rate |
Typical Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
Typical Median-Level Hourly Wage |
Typical Entry-Level Education |
|
Commercial and Industrial Designers |
Fine Arts - Studio |
295 |
15% |
$23.93 |
$36.92 | Bachelor's degree |
|
Public Relations Specialists |
Communications/Marketing |
7,188 |
7% |
$14.99 |
$29.56 | Bachelor's degree |
|
Art Directors |
Visual Presentation |
1,018 |
8% |
$23.80 |
$38.97 | Bachelor's degree |
|
Graphic Designers |
Digital Art and Design/Digital Media Technology |
5,507 |
7% |
$14.56 |
$23.50 | Bachelor's degree |
|
Audio and Video Technicians |
Digital Media/Multimedia/Video Technology |
1,285 |
8% |
$13.26 |
$22.36 | Postsecondary nondegree award |
Degrees/Certificates
Dallas College is proud to present credential opportunities in CAED that meet industry needs. Here are a few featured programs that we offer:
Degrees
- Interior Design – A.A.S.
- Digital Art and Design – A.A.S.
- Video Technology – A.A.S.
Certificates
- Digital Art and Design Specialist
- Video Technology – Audio Visual Specialist
- Commercial Music – Recording Technology
- Visual Communications
Specialized Skills In Demand
- Merchandising
- Product Management
- New Product Development
- Strategic Planning
- Adobe Photoshop Use
- Digital Marketing
Notable Employers in DFW
All data gathered for Dallas/Fort Worth. Source: Dallas College Labor Market Intelligence
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