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Graphic Design vs Digital Design
-Both design encompass media development disciplines - these two fields set out to create forms of visual communication media that often relate an idea, image or brand to an audience.
-Graphic designers are trained in graphics development through computer-based programs such as CorelDRAW or Adobe Photoshop. Their work will likely involve digital logo creation for businesses, corporations and other organizations. An understanding of printmaking is also important for graphics meant to appear on billboards, brochures, magazines, consumer products and clothing.
-Digital media designers are generally trained in motion graphics, screenwriting, video editing, digital audio production and video production. Most of these professionals are versed in animation or motion graphics of some kind. Courses for digital media designers often include web design, digital imaging, screenwriting and media production. Digital media designers create their products in a digital or electronic format as opposed to graphic designers. Digital media often appears in the guise of a digital magazine or e-book; rather than being designed as a digital replica of print material, the product is created from scratch to be accessed on a digital platform.
-A degree in either discipline is useful before entering the job market as a self-taught professional or as someone with little experience.
-Digital media helps drive today's communication and entertainment fields. They showcase their current talents and discover new ones in areas such as motion graphics, screenwriting, video editing, and digital audio and video production.
-BFA Digital Media Production
-Graphic designers is expected to grow 13% from 2008 to 2018.