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Adfolio: Advertising Portfolio Certificate

Competition for jobs in advertising is generally sharp, so it's critical that those wanting to work as art directors or copywriters have a top-notch portfolio that demonstrates an understanding of current trends and creative ingenuity. The AdFolio certificate will offer you the opportunity to work with professionals in the field who know what makes or breaks a job offer.

Admission Requirements

  • Two-year college degree in a related discipline (i.e. design or marketing)or minimum of four years in the advertising industry in a professional capacity
  • Portfolio of design work
  • Skills including computer design (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), presentation skills, and drawing
  • Students will be accepted based on the quality of their existing portfolios and level of their design skills

Courses in the AdFolio Certificate Program

First Semester
Branding and the Idea
Copywriting/Art Direction

Second Semester
Print Concepts
Television Concepts

Third Semester
Advertising Portfolio

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