Rodrigo
Northeast Early College
(formerly High Tech Early College)
CreativeConnect
As a leader in the creative industries, Colorado is the perfect place to connect DPS students with careers in the arts. Courses include everything from graphic design to performing arts. Students may have the opportunity to receive college credit and industry-recognized certifications.
This course is designed to teach the traditional fine arts skill of photography in combination with the current technology of digital literacy, image alteration and presentation using current computer and web based information systems.
One essential feature of this program is the interaction of a digital camera with cutting edge computer darkroom technology. Students are expected to upload images via scanning, reading data cards, directly connecting the camera via cord to the computer or using other technology to import and export data.
Students will examine both historical and contemporary cultural themes.
In this course, students will be learning how to use state-of-the-art 3D software to build 3D models and also learn how to animate the models. Topics include storytelling, modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering and animation principles.
The class is built on learning the necessary skills to create 3D models and apply basic camera animation, and to use a simple linear timeline to create a visual presentation. Basic video editing will be used to create a final project.
This course is an overview of the basic elements of design, including its purpose, techniques and influences, and its connection to past and current culture. Students will learn visual literacy and critical thinking applied to projects created in a variety of traditional media and/or design-software programs.
Students will be challenged to push themselves in areas of research, creativity and problem solving as well as learn about and expand their knowledge of the expressive features of the principles and elements of design and career opportunities. Through the study of both graphic design and self-expression, students will strengthen their foundation as an artist/designer.
During this class, students will focus on developing their design skills with drawing. Students will learn to render both human forms and environments using principles of proportion and perspective design.
Using Dreamweaver, they will present their drawings on an intranet web site of their own design. Using Photoshop, students will learn to edit their drawings and other images specifically for use in GameMaker and for their website. Basic color theory will form an understanding of digital color in Dreamweaver and Photoshop and provide a foundation for textures on 3D objects.
This course provides students the opportunity to explore and develop technical, creative and aesthetic skills used in the recording industry. Students will have the opportunity to use professional studio recording equipment to complete various projects during the semester while they explore the many career options in the industry.
Note: CareerConnect classes may vary by school.
| Occupation | Education Level | Median Annual Earnings |
| Camera Operator | High School Diploma, Certificate | $51,790 |
| Photographer | Associate’s Degree | $35,000 |
| Multimedia Animator | Bachelor’s Degree | $63,440 |
| Interior Designer | Bachelor’s Degree | $52,100 |
| Set/Exhibit Designer | Bachelor’s Degree | $44,110 |
| Art Director | Advanced Degree | $81,080 |
Source: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment