For this assignment, I needed to list several tools that I’ll need to be successful in understanding and using in my graphic design career after graduating from the SCCA.
I am currently proficient in using Photoshop for image editing purposes and generating graphics, Premiere Pro for editing, and animating videos, and Figma for creating mockups for websites and mobile apps.
The other programs I will need more experience in before graduating are After Effects for animating images, effects and video transitions, Illustrator for creating vector art for logos, icons, and infographics, InDesign creating for page layouts, and Webflow for easily creating webpages at a reasonable price.
Some software that I may need in the future, but don’t currently use or have access to are Maya for 3D modeling and animation, the Microsoft Office Suite for being industry stand software for creating slideshows, documents, and spreadsheets, and maybe AI image generating services such as Midjourney for creating concept art for mockup graphics.
I expect to have plenty of opportunities to use the software listed above in the upcoming quarters, so I should be knowledgeable about using those tools by the time I graduate in order to be a competitive candidate in the field of graphic design.