This cluster represents the teachers of programs in graphic arts, screen printing, TV broadcasting, radio broadcasting, photography, and printing technology. There is a Facebook group associated with the Graphics teachers in this cluster, too. Search FB for MTTA Graphic Design.

The following is the Skilled Technical Sciences program descriptions aligned with national occupations from O*NET.

Source: https://dese.mo.gov/media/file/cte-sts-skilled-technical-science-program-descriptions-2020

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Journalism and Broadcasting/Pathway

Radio and Television Broadcast
DESE CIP Code 10.0202 – O*NET Code 27-3011.00

Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio or television. May announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

Sample of reported job titles: Anchor, Announcer, DJ (Disc Jockey), Host, Meteorologist, Morning Show Host, News Anchor, Radio Announcer, Sports Director, Television News Anchor (TV News Anchor)

Printing Pathway

Commercial Art
DESE CIP Code 50.0402 – O*NET Code 27-1024.00

Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

Sample of reported job titles: Artist, Creative Director, Creative Manager, Design Director, Designer, Graphic Artist, Graphic Designer, Online Producer, Production Artist, Publications Designer

Commercial Photo
DESE CIP Code 50.0406 – O*NET Code 27-4021.00

Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects, using digital or film cameras and equipment. May develop negatives or use computer software to produce finished images and prints. Includes scientific photographers, aerial photographers, and photojournalists.

Sample of reported job titles: Advertising Photographer, Commercial Photographer, Newspaper Photographer, Owner/Photographer, Photo Editor, Photographer, Photojournalist, Portrait Photographer, Sports Photographer, Studio Owner

Graphic Arts
DESE CIP Code 10.0305 – O*NET Code 27-1024.00

Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

Sample of reported job titles: Artist, Creative Director, Creative Manager, Design Director, Designer, Graphic Artist, Graphic Designer, Online Producer, Production Artist, Publications Designer