Arts, AV & Communications

Where Creativity Meets Opportunity

If your child loves to create, this could be the perfect path for them. They’ll build on their creativity and tech skills while gaining real-world experience. Along the way, they’ll discover how to turn their talents into exciting opportunities in areas like entertainment, advertising, and more. It’s a great way for them to do what they love—and take steps toward a bright future.

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Which pathways are offered?

Game Art Design—If your child loves gaming, this pathway can turn their passion into real-world skills for a future in game design or programming. They’ll learn how to design, build, and animate their own games—while gaining teamwork and tech skills they can use in college or a career. It’s a fun and creative way to explore exciting opportunities in a growing industry.


Visual Arts—In this pathway, your child can explore their creativity through drawing, painting, sculpture, and more. It’s a great way to help them build artistic skills and express themselves through different visual media.

What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?¹

Career opportunities in this field include:

  • Art/graphics director 
  • Artist
  • Computer programmer 
  • Graphic designer 
  • Illustrator
  • Multimedia artist or designer
  • Photographer 

1Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.

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What could my student’s future look like in this career field?¹

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²Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.