Graphic Arts Assistant Courses
A Graphic Arts Assistant supports graphic designers and creative teams by preparing and producing visual materials for various media, including print and digital platforms.
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ICP20120
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4 months - 12 months
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Get started in print production with the ICP20120 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to use a range of printing machines and digital technologies and you’ll graduate with a working knowledge of each step in the printing process. The course covers: pre-press, printing, screen printing, converting, binding and finishing, support services. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment centres.
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4 months - 12 months
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On Campus, Traineeship
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CUA31020
The CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media (Animation) introduces students to the fields of animation, digital media, and visual effects. It provides foundational skills in 3D modelling, 2D animation, digital art, post-production, sound, and writing. This qualification prepares individuals for assistant roles in the screen, media, and entertainment industries, including animation, digital media, film, and television. Graduates may work as junior animators, editing assistants, or sound technicians, o...
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A Graphic Arts Assistant supports graphic designers and creative teams by preparing and producing visual materials for various media, including print and digital platforms. Their tasks typically include assisting with layout design, image editing, and file management, as well as operating design software and equipment. They may help in coordinating print jobs, ensuring quality control, and maintaining project timelines.
This role requires a keen eye for detail, creativity, and technical skills related to graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. Communication skills are also important, as they often liaise between designers, clients, and production teams to ensure the final product meets specifications.