12 Mar FT. Lauderdale Graphic Design Alumni Testimonial – Jair Acevedo
Jair Acevedo
Creative Director
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, 2003
Jair Acevedo, a December 2003 Bachelor of Science Graphic Design graduate, works at Florida International University as a Creative Director. His responsibilities include maintaining the company appearance in regards to brochures, logos, presentations, etc. He was also instrumental in the launching of online learning at Florida International University and has helped to develop several new and innovative courses that employ various types of graphic design, flash and multimedia use.
Jair was born in Hackensack, New Jersey and moved to Miami when he was seven years old. He was enrolled in D.A.S.H. Magnet High School (Design Architecture Senior High) to study Architecture, thereby later realizing that Graphic Design was a better fit for him. “The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale was an attractive institution to me because I was interested in applying newly acquired skills immediately. Although theory is important, I was more interested in the practical (hands-on) approach to learning that is offered at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale.”
Jair points to The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale for many of his career accomplishments. “Attending The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale has impacted by success immensely. Due to the fact that The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale has many different careers paths to choose from, I was able to find the right one for me and at the same time explore other avenues by interacting with the various students/designers. I have brought these experiences with me to the professional world. Although I am a Graphic Designer, the experiences I have had with other students at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale has given me input into other areas such as Multimedia, Flash and Web Design; all of which has made me a more well rounded designer and a more valuable assets to my employer.”
His advice to students is, “Take advantage of the opportunities presented to you at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and elsewhere to gain more knowledge of related fields to the one you have chosen as you will soon realize that there are may areas where the disciplines overlap one another. Also, although you will need to adapt to fit the needs of your employers it is important not to forget and/or horn techniques of your craft that you have acquired as a graduate of The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. ”
FT. Lauderdale Graphic Design Alumni Testimonial – Jair Acevedo
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