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Global Concepts Charter High School

Equipping students for excellence

Visual Communications & Multimedia Design Program

  • Global Compass
  • Photography
  • Graphic Design Logo
  • WNED field trip

Visual Communications & Multimedia Design Courses

Students taking the visual communications and multimedia design pathway will explore a wide range of media and techniques that provide a career-ready foundation of skills in the visual arts. careers in advertising, architecture, graphic design, movie/video production, automobile design, photojournalism, medical illustration and game design are just a few to consider. College credit are available in most classes after portfolio review.


 

MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS

Media communications class is the home of the global compass, where a monthly school newsletter is created. students will design, implement, and manage the content using professional industry-based skills. our mac computer lab will provide industry-used technology to enhance learning using abobe suite. the class intends to provide students with the necessary skills to gain internship experiences, work-based learning, and employment.

College credit may be available through Villa Maria College.


 

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography is a course that engages the power of observation, creativity, and storytelling by using a camera to record experiences. projects will use cell phones, point-and-shoot, and DLSR cameras to develop photography skills. the history of photography, professional photographers, and guidelines will engage and ignite the student's creative process and teach them how to use the artistic process to present their experiences. the class intends to provide students with the necessary skills to gain internship experiences, work-based learning, and employment. 

College credit may be available through Villa Maria College.

 

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Graphic design is a course that focuses on the influence of design on many leading industries. projects will develop skills in observations, composition, and color theory, guided by the practices of professionals using visual communications as a career. our mac computer lab will provide industry-used technology to enhance learning, such as adobe illustrator, indesign, and photoshop. the intent of the class is to provide students with the necessary skills through internships, work-based learning, and employment.

College credit may be available through Villa Maria College.


 

DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION

Digital Video Production Is A Course That Explores Digital Storytelling Using Sequencing, Video Recording, And Animation To Create Meaningful Forms Of Visual Communication. Industry-used Technology Will Enhance Learning Using Current Editing Software, Primarily Adobe Premier Pro And Express. The Primary Goals Of This Course Are Internship Experiences, Work-based Learning, And Employment.

Prerquisite Is Photography Or Teacher Recommendation

Student Testimonial

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"I had an opportunity to take Photography, 3D Mixed Media Art, Video Production, and Advanced Art & Portfolio. Most of the learning was hands-on. Although photography started as the most challenging, this became my favorite class. I learned how to use & set the camera to produce great photos and work with Photoshop." - Amelia Groomes, GCCS Class of 2024

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Meet your Teacher

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Mrs. Stacey Klimczak
Instructor of Fine Arts, CTE Visual Communications & Multimedia Design, Business and STEAM
sklimczak@globalccs.org 

 

I am a passionate and dedicated teacher with a Master's degree in Art Education, a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, AS degrees in Criminal Justice and Business Management, CTE certifications in Business, Media Communications, Fashion design, Tourism and Culinary. My current curricula are various subjects, including Fine Arts, Photography, Digital Video Production, Graphic Design, STEAM, and Media Communications.

My commitment to my students motivates me to find creative opportunities that promote lifelong learning and enriching educational experiences, all tailored to students' interests. I will continue my education experiences by actively engaging in career development conferences and taking classes that connect current trends and technology. 

Family, career, and creativity are integral to my daily life, and being a teacher is a challenge I embrace.