Digital Imaging and Motion Graphic Design
A.A. Degree Digital Imaging · Berkeley City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Description
Berkeley City College’s A.A. degree in Digital Imaging prepares students for entry-level jobs in photography, motion graphic design, illustration, imaging, and data visualization, and provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia and data design fields. The program is interdisciplinary and focuses on developing analytical, artistic, critical thinking, and computer skills.
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Career Opportunities
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Junior Graphic Designer, Production Artist, Social Media Content Creator, Marketing Coordinator (creative-focused) Specialization Opportunities: Digital Illustration: Character Designer, Storyboard Artist, Editorial Illustrator, Surface Pattern Designer, Children's Book Illustrator, Comic/Graphic Novel Artist, Concept Artist Digital Photography: Commercial/Product Photographer, Real Estate Photographer, Event Photographer, Social Media Photographer, Photo Retoucher, Stock Photography Contributor, Studio Assistant, Photogrammetry Assistant Motion Graphics: Motion Graphics Designer, Video Editor, Social Media Video Creator, Broadcast Graphics Designer, 3D Artist/Generalist, Explainer Video Designer, Title Designer, Animation Production Assistant
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Learning Outcome(s)
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- Create portfolio-quality projects in digital imagery focusing on photography, illustration or motion graphic design that demonstrate technical proficiency and aesthetic judgment in both visual and written communication.
- Analyze design principles, aesthetic forms, and historical context of multimedia works through written critiques, artist statements, and design rationales.
- Produce professional-quality deliverables, including a portfolio, resume, and project presentations that demonstrate readiness for entry-level employment in multimedia fields.
| Course | Title | Units |
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| Required Courses: | 21 | |
| MM/DI 1A | Introduction to Digital Illustration | 3 |
| MM/DI 2 | Design Methods | 3 |
| MM/DI 4 | Introduction to Photoshop | 3 |
| MM/DI 20A | Introduction to Digital Photography | 3 |
| MM/DI 60 | Professional Practice for Creatives | 3 |
| MMART 3 | Introduction to Digital Art | 3 |
| MMART 5A | Introduction to Motion Graphics | 3 |
| Select 15 units from one of the Areas of Specialization below: | ||
| Digital Illustration | 15 | |
| ART 20 | Beginning Drawing & Composition | 3 |
| ART 182 | Introduction to Visual Culture | 3 |
| MM/DI 1B | Intermediate Digital Illustration | 3 |
| MM/DI 1C | Advanced Digital Illustration | 3 |
| MM/DI 5 | Advanced Image Manipulation | 3 |
| MM/DI 11 | Publication and Page Design | 3 |
| Digital Photography | 15 | |
| MM/DI 11 | Publication and Page Design | 3 |
| MM/DI 20B | Intermediate Digital Photography | 3 |
| MM/DI 21 | Digital Photography Studio | 3 |
| MM/DI 22 | Analysis of Contemporary Photographers | 3 |
| MM/DI 23 | Digital Printing for Photographers | 3 |
| MM/DI 27 | Introduction to Photogrammetry | 3 |
| Motion Graphics | 15 | |
| MM/AN 3A | Introduction to 2D Animation | 3 |
| MM/DI 15A | Introduction to 3D Motion Graphics | 3 |
| MM/DI 15B | Intermediate 3D Motion Graphics | 3 |
| MM/DI 31 | Graphic Design Studio | 3 |
| MM/DI 33 | Typography Design | 3 |
| MMART 1 | Design Thinking | 3 |
| MMART 5B | Intermediate Motion Graphics | 3 |
| Select 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
| MM/DI 31 | Graphic Design Studio | 3 |
| ART 22 | Intermediate Drawing & Composition | 3 |
| ART 46 | 2-D Visual Design | 3 |
| MM/DI 11 | Publication and Page Design | 3 |
| MM/DI 33 | Typography Design | 3 |
| MM/DI 55A | Design Studio Practice | 1 |
| MM/DI 55B | Advanced Design Studio Practice | 1 |
| MMART 1 | Design Thinking | 3 |
| MMART 197 | Multimedia Career Preparation | 3 |
| MMART 468 | Work Experience in Multimedia Arts | 1-4 |