Creative Writing | SUNY College of Technology at Canton

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingReading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingCritical ThinkingTime ManagementComplex Problem SolvingCoordination

Knowledge

DesignEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsFine ArtsCommunications and Media

Abilities

Fluency of IdeasOriginalityOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionNear VisionVisualizationProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingVisual Color Discrimination

Tasks

Work with creative directors to develop design solutions.
Present final layouts to clients for approval.
Manage own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.

Technology

Document management softwareDevelopment environment softwareVideo creation and editing softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareWeb page creation and editing software

Tools

Desktop computersDigital still camerasDigital video camerasLaptop computersPersonal computersSketching pencilsTablet computers

Work Values

IndependenceAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognitionRelationshipsSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium27-1011.00	Art Directors	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Micro-Credential)

Layout concepts and design briefs — interpret and translate into preliminary visual compositions under direct supervision in a studio or agency environment.
Graphics and photo imaging software — apply foundational tools and features to produce basic design assets under the guidance of a senior art director.
Client objectives and background information — gather and document during initial intake meetings with support from a creative director.
Type styles, photograph selections, and graphic elements — specify basic material details according to established brand guidelines on assigned projects.
Creative team members — coordinate scheduling and file handoffs using project management tools under supervisor oversight.
Design presentations — assemble and organize slide decks or PDF layouts using desktop publishing and presentation software for review by senior staff.
Art and copy materials submitted by staff — review against provided checklists and flag inconsistencies for approval by a senior art director.
Custom illustrations and simple graphic elements — produce using graphics software to support campaign concepts under directed creative briefs.
Active listening and note-taking — apply during client and team meetings to capture requirements accurately and relay them to the creative team.
Budget and scheduling parameters — track personal task progress against project timelines using agency tools, escalating conflicts to a project manager.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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