Media & Design Track

Develop skills learning the use of Adobe’s industry standard Creative Cloud software applications: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Design and create common print and digital products using traditional and Design/Thinking design processes. Explore new software application AI techniques. Learn how graphics software and design processes are utilized in various career pathways. Compile examples of coursework projects and key learning points, in the design and creation of a multipage printed and bound portfolio using Adobe InDesign as well as a digital portfolio in PDF, ePub, and online.

The Summer Springboard architecture course for high school students introduces architectural ideas, design principles, and methods of exploring problems of the built environment in a collaborative studio setting. While working on a design project you will learn about the academic path to an architectural degree, the day-to-day work of an architect, and the career opportunities.

Students will dive into the essentials of branding, learning how to define what a brand truly is and the fundamentals of creating a captivating visual brand identity. Through engaging lessons and resources, students will apply graphic design principles that will empower them to create visual impact by crafting effective and stunning designs. As budding designers, students will discover their vital role in the branding process, while honing their skills in peer critique—an invaluable experience that fosters collaboration and
improvement. Each participant will have the chance to design their own personal brand, and output with eye-catching foil finishing effects, culminating in the creation of a unique project that beautifully extends their brand identity.

This course will introduce students to 3D CAD design and fast prototyping using a 3D printer that they will make to take home with them. Students will learn how to design products using Autodesk Fusion360 and then build a Creality Ender Pro V2 3D printer. They will also learn how to use the 3D printer for fast prototyping, review, and improvements of their designs. The course will cover the principles of 3D CAD design, including design methodology, geometric modeling, and assembly modeling. Students will also learn the fundamentals of 3D printing, including how to select and maintain a 3D printer, materials, and printing techniques.

This course provides an opportunity for students to explore their creativity using the computer as a primary art-making tool. We start by asking, who are you? What is your voice?

Students will determine their own area of discovery and explore it through a multi-media approach. They will learn to maximize their digital skills to create a powerful and engaging presentation. Final projects will be physical, digital, video, photography, animation, painting, sculpture, or installation, etc. By the end of the course, we’ll answer the question, what can digital art do and be?

The drone market is changing and growing at a rapid pace. During this program, you will gain experience with actual flight operations and maneuverability in an open field, as well as discover the impact drones are having on film. With the technical capabilities and high quality of video, drones are an excellent tool for filming and taking video. Each student will have access to their own Tello, a mini drone that makes flying fun and easy.

Uncover your passion for fashion and explore diverse career opportunities in one of the world's most iconic fashion cities: NYC. Renowned for their rich history of top fashion events, leading designers, and a thriving fashion culture, these cities are legendary and exert tremendous influence in the fashion world. Prepare to use these cities as your living classrooms for an exciting journey of discovery.

With so many different platforms on which audiences are able to view websites, it’s important for aspiring web designers to consider how to create responsive and accessible websites. In this course, students will use a variety of web development production tools and processes, following the best practices in the industry, to build websites that can be used for as many people as possible, using as many devices as possible without modification.

This course focuses on the fundamental elements of visual storytelling that enables students to direct their own projects. Whether you have little experience, or are a Steven Spielberg in the making, gain experience in the entertainment capital of the world.

Have you ever considered the impact films have on shaping ideas about identity within society or how culture influences characters in film? Film Studies majors develop critical thinking, research, writing, and communication skills by studying film. Whether or not you plan a career behind or in front of the camera, these skills are transferrable to many career paths.

Students will learn the fundamentals such as drafting, color theory, and materials, the course takes a practical approach by starting with a topic close to everyone’s heart – home. Through hands-on projects focused on apartment/home design, students will gain insights into furniture dynamics, spatial flow, and the psychology of interior spaces.

Pre-college ll introduces a dynamic shift towards the hospitality sector, incorporating the designs of hotels and restaurants.

Throughout the two-weeks, participants will explore the world of hospitality spaces by visiting some of the city’s premier campus hotels, as well as exploring various restaurants and cafes. The experiential learning extends beyond observation as students are encouraged to select a client and craft a designated space tailored to their needs, fostering a deeper understanding of design application.

This program is designed for students who wish to become better writers and editors for online media. Study journalism with professionals who will share their techniques and thoughts about the future of media. Regardless of what you major in, all students benefit from becoming a more organized, coherent and persuasive communicator.

The Music Production and Management
program provides high school students with a unique
opportunity to immerse themselves in the creative and
business aspects of the music industry, with the added
benefit of being based in Los Angeles, one of the world’s
premier music and entertainment hubs.

This 2-week prep course offers high school students the opportunity to visit New York City’s iconic architecture while learning the fundamentals of photography from award-winning photographer Keith Williams. Students will use their smartphone or digital camera to capture interiors and exteriors at locations such as Hudson Yards, the High Line, Central Park, and the World Trade Center. Students will acquire basic knowledge of photographic vocabulary, learn how to evaluate photographic images, and become familiar with digital photographic equipment and techniques. Discussions and assignments will also explore composition, styling, and lighting.