Antonelli College
Antonelli College, a well-known institution of visual arts education since 1947, has held to the traditions of quality teaching in the fields of visual arts and business and presenting students with the opportunity to develop their gifts and talents into professional skills.
The primary goal of Antonelli College is to create an environment that prepares each graduate to become a qualified professional and a well-rounded individual. Antonelli College offers the quality training that is essential if students wish to acquire the skills necessary to gain a competitive edge in the business world today.
Jackson Campus
Antonelli College - Jackson is located on the eastern border of Jackson, MS a few miles from the airport on Lakeland Drive. Because of the continued growth of the medical and corporate communities in Jackson and our relationships with these communities, Antonelli College - Jackson has become the local leader in career-focused education. With programs ranging from art to medical to business to IT all with flexible scheduling, it is no wonder why so many students have come to call Antonelli College - Jackson home.
Associate of Applied Science in Digital Photography
The Associate of Applied Science in Digital Photography for graphic design explores traditional photography techniques using today's growing digital technology. Students will be trained for the Creative Services industry to capture both still and moving images, as well as have the ability to work with both words and images in a digital or printed form. This program covers the basics of digital photography with special focus on both print and web media and emerging formats. Course work in this program covers photographic terminology, color theory, lighting, composition, exposure, digital darkroom, digital workflow and media management practices.
Associate of Applied Business in Graphic Design
The Associate of Applied Business degree in Graphic Design prepares students for successful careers in advertising, marketing, promotion or printing. Graduates may enter their career field in entry-level jobs such as:
- Computer production artist
- Advertising designer
- Brand identity designer
- Desktop publisher
- Freelance artist
- Illustrator
- Web designer
- Cartoonist
Employers include publishing firms, advertising agencies, marketing firms, record companies, brand identity firms, in house advertising departments, web design firms, promotional companies and sign companies.
This program stresses fundamental design theory and practices studied through real-world design exercises and projects. Graphic design students will develop the skills necessary to conceive an idea, nurture it and develop it. Skills in creativity will be simultaneously supported with skills in computer graphics to create functional and interesting visual communications that provide powerful impact on the viewer.
Associate of Applied Business in Interior Design
The Associate of Applied Business degree in Interior Design prepares students for jobs in this challenging and exciting profession. It is a field of great creativity whereby all types of interior spaces can be manipulated or altered to form stimulating and functional areas in which to live, work and play.
Graduates will be prepared for entry-level employment as:
- Freelance designers
- Design studio or design service consultants
- Design sales representatives
Job projects can be residential, commercial or institutional. Working environments range from department and furniture stores, design centers, art and accessory dealerships, architectural firms, construction firms, showrooms and large corporations, and film industry set design.
An extensive course of instruction is necessary for entering this expanding profession. Educational emphasis is placed on the ability to express clients' wishes through space usage and color, shape, texture and fit of furnishings.
Associate of Applied Science in Web Design
The Associate of Applied Science in Web Design program prepares students for successful careers in web design, web management, web development, or web administration in the areas of web applications, web site design, web services, and related areas of distributed computing. Graduates should qualify for entry-level careers as web designers or web developer assistants. The program covers the terminology and use of computers, graphics applications, programming language concepts, as well as, web applications, site development, management and design. Studies provide the opportunity for students to learn current related industry standards.