Publication Design and Management

This program will interest you if:

• You're intrigued with new technology;

• You like working with different software;

• You're creative;

• You need and want to upgrade your professional skills;

• You like working as a team member;

• You're interested in a successful multimedia career.

• Use leading edge software programs such as :
  
  - Microsoft Office Suite
  - Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Acrobat
  - QuarkXpress
  - Macromedia Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, Macromedia Director
  - Javascript;

• Small class groups with more individual help;

• Computer labs are accessible day and night;

• An immersion program is available for people who wish to take the course in French;

• On-the-job training semesters offered (half-day per week in the fourth semester, and four weeks in the sixth semester).

Admission to the Program:

There are no particular admission requirements, however, students should enjoy working with computers and software programs.

Publication specialists are found in most businesses that need to produce complex documents with sophisticated graphic appeal. Students are prepared to assume full-time positions in any of the following areas:

• Publication design;
• Web site design and creation;
• Interactive multimedia design.

Typical Job Titles:

• Administrative Assistant;
• Desktop Publishing Designer;
• Electronic Publisher;
• Graphic Designer;
• Office Coordinator.
• Publication Specialist.

Graduates can continue their studies at university in such areas as Business and Management, Arts including Multimedia and Animation, Social Science, Law, Communication, Recreation and Community Development. Students will receive advanced Standing in related subject areas.

TRY OUT THE LIFE OF A COLLEGE STUDENT...
FOR A DAY

There's really nothing better than a visit to the College to make up your mined about what to study.

When you take part in the Student-for-a-day option, you can experience what a student's life is like at the Cégep de la Gaspésie et des Îles for a whole day. You will have the opportunity to learn more about our staff, the programs we offer and the exceptional quality of the learning experience at our institution. You can enjoy a guided tour, participate in discussions with teachers and other students, and meet with people like guidance counsellors, program coordinators, etc. who can help you make the right choices and complete your studies successfully

To sign up or for more information, feel free to contact us by e-mail at gwadham@cgaspesie.qc.ca or by phone at 418-368-2201, ext. 1587