Communication Design & Strategy

Erica Heathcote

The Communication Design & Strategy program at CCS is designed to cultivate the next generation of design leaders who are equipped to create impactful messages, inspire brands, persuade audiences, engage and expand user experiences, and deliver thoughtful and creative communication strategies.

Our holistic approach ensures that students develop a comprehensive skill set that encompasses both the creative and strategic aspects of communication design.

Students in our program have the opportunity to collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds, work on real-world experiential learning projects, and engage with industry professionals. Whether you aspire to work in advertising agencies, design studios, digital media companies, or start your own venture, the Communication Design & Strategy program will empower you to thrive in a rapidly changing professional landscape.

Numbers that matter

GLOBAL

Our graduates work in top graphic, motion and interactive design studios all over the world

TOP

Named one of the top Graphic Design Schools by Graphic Design USA

20

Awards—including best of show—were awarded to students by the American Advertising Federation

WORLD-WIDE

CCS Alumni have created ads featured during the Super Bowl, Oscars and Olympics

A CREATIVE COMMUNITY

Paolo Catalla & Meg Jannot

'12 Communication Design & Strategy
Founder/Principal Creative; Head of Design/Founding Partner,
Semi:Formal; Lafayette American

Ilana Portney-Preston

'21 Communication Design & Strategy
Production Designer

Raquel Scoggin

'17 Communication Design & Strategy
Senior Brand Designer
NPR
  • Paolo Catalla & Meg Jannot

    '12 | Communication Design & Strategy
    Founder/Principal Creative; Head of Design/Founding Partner,
    Semi:Formal; Lafayette American
  • Ilana Portney-Preston

    '21 | Communication Design & Strategy
    Production Designer
  • Raquel Scoggin

    '17 | Communication Design & Strategy
    Senior Brand Designer
    NPR
Make ● Play ● Think

CAREER CHOICES

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