Digital Design Program
Miami Community Charter School’s Digital Design Program gives students the opportunity to combine creativity and technology while developing practical skills in graphic design, illustration, animation, and web design.
Through hands-on projects and industry-standard Adobe applications, students learn how to transform ideas into professional digital content. The program also prepares students for Adobe Certified Professional certifications recognized by schools, colleges, and employers.
Official FLDOE Program: Digital Design
Program Number: 8209500
Grade Levels: 9–12
Program Length: Four credits
Career Cluster: Arts, A/V Technology & Communication
What Students Learn
Students participating in the Digital Design Program may develop skills in:
Graphic design and visual communication
Digital image creation and editing
Typography, color, and layout
Vector illustration
Branding and promotional design
Digital animation and interactive media
Website design and development
Design planning and project management
Copyright and responsible use of digital content
Portfolio development
Workplace and career-readiness skills
Hands-On Learning
Students may have opportunities to:
- Edit and enhance digital photographs
- Create logos and brand identities
- Design posters, advertisements, and promotional materials
- Produce vector illustrations
- Develop animated graphics and interactive content
- Design and build webpages
- Plan projects for specific audiences
- Present and explain their creative decisions
- Receive feedback and revise their work
- Build a portfolio of original digital projects
These experiences allow students to apply technical knowledge while developing creativity, communication, organization, and attention to detail.
Four-Year Course Sequence
Digital Design 1
FLDOE Course Number: 8209510
Grade 9 – Year 1
Students are introduced to the principles of digital design and visual communication. They learn how color, typography, images, and layout work together to communicate a message effectively.
Using Adobe Photoshop, students may create and edit digital images, design graphics, enhance photographs, and prepare visual content for print and digital use.
Certification preparation: Adobe Photoshop exam
Digital Design 2
FLDOE Course Number: 8209520
Grade 10 – Year 2
Students build upon their foundational design knowledge and develop more advanced graphic-design and illustration skills.
Using Adobe Illustrator, students may create vector graphics, logos, illustrations, typography, and other scalable visual elements for professional design projects.
Certification preparation: Adobe Illustrator exam
Digital Design 3
FLDOE Course Number: 8209530
Grade 11 – Year 3
Students expand their skills into animation and interactive digital media. Using Adobe Animate, they may create animated graphics, interactive content, and multimedia experiences.
Students apply design principles, storytelling, movement, timing, and technical skills to produce engaging digital projects.
Certification preparation: Adobe Animate exam
Digital Design 4
FLDOE Course Number: 8209540
Grade 12 – Year 4
Students develop web-design skills using Adobe Dreamweaver and apply their previous experience in graphics, illustration, and animation to digital projects.
Students may learn how to plan, create, organize, test, and improve websites while considering visual design, usability, navigation, and audience needs.
Certification preparation: Adobe Dreamweaver exam
Benefits for Students
Participation in the Digital Design Program helps students:
- Develop creative and technical abilities
- Gain experience with professional Adobe applications
- Earn industry-recognized certifications
- Strengthen communication and problem-solving skills
- Practice project planning and time management
- Create original work for a digital portfolio
- Explore careers in design, media, marketing, and technology
- Prepare for college, technical education, entrepreneurship, and employment
Career and College Connections
The knowledge and experience developed through this program can provide a foundation for future studies and careers such as:
- Graphic designer
- Digital illustrator
- Web designer
- Animator
- Multimedia designer
- User-interface designer
- Advertising designer
- Social media content designer
- Digital marketing specialist
- Brand identity designer
- Production artist
- Creative director
- Freelance designer
- Digital entrepreneur
Where Creativity Meets Technology
The Digital Design Program encourages students to use technology as a tool for creativity, communication, and innovation.
By learning professional design applications, completing real-world projects, developing a portfolio, and preparing for Adobe certifications, students build valuable skills that can support future academic and career opportunities.