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Faculty &
Tim Grutsch Staff Spotlight
Tim Grutsch has 25 years of experience
as a creative designer, illustrator, and computer graphics expert. Mr. Grutsch, an award-winning designer, holds an Associate of Applied Sciences from
the Fashion and Art Institute of Dallas
at Omaha.


2011 Graduation
Alumni -
Where are you?
We want to stay in touch with our past graduates! If you, or a graduate you know, haven't received any information for a while, fill out the Alumni Update Form on our website.


Student at her desk
Dates to Remember

May 14-18

Finals Week

May 18
Last Day of Class

May 28
Building Closed
Memorial Day Holiday

June 2
Graduation!

June 4
Summer
Classes Begin


August 6
First Day of Class
2012-13 Year begins!


The 2012 Professional Development Seminar Has Been Scheduled!
Mark Chickinelli
Special luncheon guest speaker Mark Chickinelli has established himself as an accomplished illustrator with an impressive client list including Coca-Cola, 3M, Playboy Enterprises, Anheuser Busch, Herman Miller, NFL Properties, Donruss Playoff, Union Pacific Railroad, U.S. Army, Major League Baseball, McDonalds, Werner Enterprises and many of the top ad agencies across the country.

Save the Date!

Topic: Illustration Workshop for High School Art Teachers

Date: Friday,
June 22, 2012

Time: 9:00am - 3:30pm

Cost: $49.00
(includes continental breakfast and lunch)

Location:
Creative Center, Omaha, NE

Website:
 www.creativecenter
.edu/seminar 

· Open to high school art teachers in fine art and graphic design.
· Explore project options in multiple illustration techniques.
· Listen to creative professionals explain their creative processes.
· Collect ideas and inspirations to take back into the classroom.


Graduation
Graduation 2012

The class of 2012 will graduate on June 2, 2012, at Lifegate Church at 156 and West Dodge Road.

Students must arrive by 9:30 for a walk-through and distribution of caps and gowns.

Doors open at 10:00 and the ceremony will begin at 10:30.

We will take pictures after the event; parents are welcome to take pictures at that time as well.

Graduation flyers have been distributed to all students. If you would like one emailed directly to you, please email Kim Guyer


Portfolio Review Night 2012
2012 Portfolio Review Night - A Great Opportunity for Students and Reviewers    

On Thursday evening, April 26, 2012, both second-year and third-year students - as well as 29 professional reviewers - converged on the Creative Center campus to complete an annual tradition that benefits both sides. Students who are preparing to enter the design and advertising industry must perfect the "art" of displaying and discussing their portfolio; this event gives them the opportunity to practice these skills, receive valuable input from professionals in the field, and build confidence for upcoming interviews. For the professionals, Portfolio Review Night provides the opportunity to see what budding talent is emerging from our doors in the next month; if companies are hiring (or even considering hiring) this event provides a chance to snatch up top-notch graduates before they have been spotted by others.

The following individuals were gracious enough to share their time, talent and effort by reviewing portfolios. We thank each and every one of them!

Kelly Anderson; Senior Graphic Designer; Mutual of Omaha
Donovan Beery; Owner; Eleven19
Megan Bergman; Senior Art Director; Ervin & Smith Advertising
Jill Boyce; Senior Designer, Product Development; Oriental Trading Co.
Robert Bruce; Supervisor, Product Development; Oriental Trading Co.
Andria Cogley; Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator
Nate Custard; Associate Creative Director; Archrival
Ryan Dillon; Associate Creative Director; Bozell
Ray Dotzler; President; Dotzler Creative Arts
Pat Ervin; President; Fountain Creek DezignWorks
Ginger Falldorf; Senior Graphic Artist/Designer; Sandhills Publishing
Chris Ginn; Creative Services Designer; Infogroup
Bryan Gottula; Copywriter; SKAR Advertising
Drew Gourley; Web Developer; Oxide Design Co.
Suzie Hartman; Owner; Flourish Design
Eric Krelle; Supervisor, Product Design; Oriental Trading Co.
Tyler Kroeker; Owner; Digital Grassland
Brandie Linden; Graphic Designer; Image Market
Ben Lueders; Art Director; Eleven19
Scott Miller; Designer; Idea Bank Marketing
Steve Monfils; Creative Services Designer; Infogroup
Peter Morris; Creative Director; Local Hero Design
Kyle Oswalt; Creative Services Designer; Infogroup
Nate Perry; Art Director; Webster Design Associates, Inc.
Shawn Sass; Senior UX Web Designer; Oriental Trading Co.
Derek Van Horne; Experience Director; Phenomblue
Jimm Wagner; Executive Vice President; Phenomblue
Clay Wiese; Art Director; GoodTwin
Gary Withrow; Graphic Designer; NEXADENTAL


Featured Projects: TV Promos


TV Promo_Bouck
TV Promo_Harder
TV Promo_Phillips

Sometimes graphic design pops up in unexpected places. Television networks use designers to create T.V. promo cut-aways that persuade viewers from changing the channel. In the second year, our students must create their own T.V. promo to either exit to a commercial break or to return back to programming. Students can also create a "mini-commercial" which advertises an upcoming program. While the computer application used to create the T.V. promo may vary, students must always remember that the key is to catch and keep the attention of the viewer so that the information displayed is retained and acted upon.

 

Listed from top to bottom:
Miranda Bouck - current BFA student;
   graduate of Wayne High School, Wayne, NE
Nicole Harder - current BFA student;
   graduate of Wisner-Pilger Jr Sr High School, Wisner, NE
Bailey Phillips - current BFA student;
   graduate of Tina-Avalon High School, Tina, MO

 


Educators Seminar 2012

Art Teachers:
You're Invited to the Professional Development Seminar! 

Friday, June 22, 2012, from 9am until 3:30pm.

Here's a great opportunity for high school art teachers to gain illustration tips and techniques to take back to their high school classrooms. Visit www.creativecenter.edu/seminar to register.

 


Graduate
of the Month
Nate Perry 

Nate Perry, 1998 graduate and valedictorian        

Senior Art Director at Webster Design Associates in Omaha, NE   

 www.websterdesign.com 

 
High School:
Carroll High School in Carroll, IA

What does the company do? Webster in an interdisciplinary design firm founded in 1982. Our services include branding, visual identity system, print communications, exhibit design, event marketing and interactive design and development.

What does the graduate do?
I design! :) I work with a handful of small clients one-on-one to large clients where I am part of a larger team. So, I design anything from a logo for a small start-up one day to a whole print collateral campaign for a Fortune 500 company the next day to a website the day after that. Very diverse, which is what I love and keeps me challenged.

Clients: ConAgra Foods, Hallmark, Valley Lime, Level 3 Communications, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Boston Properties, The Durham Museum, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha, Quality Living Inc., Maytag, Gilden Tree, Barnhart Press, Jetlinx, Big&J Industries, Jones Bros. Cupcakes, First National Bank, Leo A Daly, Fraser Stryker, TD Ameritrade, Strategic Air & Space Museum & more.

Additional Comments: Never stop learning and being taught. I've been designing for 12 years and there is always a new way to look at a problem and solve it in a different way. 

 


From the Director 
With only weeks until the end of the school year, here's to focus and motivation for both students and teachers alike.

Art Teachers, be sure to register for our Professional Development seminar this summer. It's a great opportunity to learn new illustration techniques that your students will enjoy (I know you'll love them as well!).

High school seniors, let us know if you are interested in pursuing a career in graphic design and advertising. Classes for next year start on August 6, 2012.  

Sincerely,
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Kim Guyer
Executive Director
Creative Center
10850 Emmet Street 

Omaha, NE 68164
402-898-1000 x205
kim_g@creativecenter.edu
www.creativecenter.edu


Hall of FameDo you know someone who is interested in a career in art? Are you an art teacher or guidance counselor who would like to bring an art class to visit? Contact our Admissions department at 402-898-1000 or toll free at 888-898-1789 to make an appointment for a personal tour.

* The Creative Center is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
* The Creative Center is authorized to operate as a four-year college offering a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree by the Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education under section 85-2411.

Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.