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  • Опубликовано: 2 янв 2025

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  • @olivewalsh1879
    @olivewalsh1879 5 лет назад +321

    yessss please post a vid of ur portfolio if ur comfortable!!! would loooove to see ur work

  • @lindseyrem
    @lindseyrem  5 лет назад +93

    If you want to fast-forward to a section:
    1:00 - the application process
    2:48 - the classes (4 year plan)
    6:03 - most asked questions
    9:35 - tips I wish I knew
    Feel free to leave me questions below :-)

    • @plumpkane3089
      @plumpkane3089 4 года назад

      might be late but do you think going to a specific collage for graphic design matters? I want to go to Chapman but when I see the percentage i wonder if it’ll be enough? Probably just me I’m worried tho..is it bigger than it looks?

  • @tooooooooooooota
    @tooooooooooooota 5 лет назад +114

    Graphic design is so stressful yet it’s the best decision I made, I graduated back in 2016 I worked in an advertising agency, and now I’m working in a financing company designing for their advertising and social media ... graphic design will open up so much opportunity like you said you could even work at home or start your own business 💜 good luck with your last month at uni ;*

  • @dreaminterludes
    @dreaminterludes 5 лет назад +111

    suddenly feeling nostalgic?? i’ve been following you even before you entered college and now you’re graduating and you’ve grown so much over the years im so proud of you! thanks for sharing your story with us

  • @emithehershey
    @emithehershey 5 лет назад +67

    Please do a video about your iPad! And how you use it!! It would be super interesting and helpful!

  • @BillyTalent195
    @BillyTalent195 5 лет назад +54

    majoring in something completely different but I find what you do so interesting! love to learn more about it!

  • @pshwa5347
    @pshwa5347 5 лет назад +34

    also when you are a graphic design major you get really little sleep, when i was preparing my final project before graduation i slept like once in a month.
    i had multiple graphic design classes, almost everyday and they all were three hours long so i know how you feel…
    going to college gives you the basic knowledge but with internships you really get a grasp of what working as designer really means!
    anyway totally interested in a video about your portfolio as graphic designer is always interesting and inspiring seeing other people works plus i really love your design style!!

  • @LALASHIAO0508
    @LALASHIAO0508 5 лет назад +42

    OMG sponsored by your school!!! It’s the coolest thing I’ve ever heard!

  • @strawbemmy
    @strawbemmy 5 лет назад +22

    my stepdad was a graphic designer and i have the fondest memories of watching him work. i've been thinking about my future more lately and i've really been considering graphic design. thank u for this!! ⭐️

  • @juliawilson9089
    @juliawilson9089 5 лет назад +8

    What I love about this is that, in any design major (graphic, architecture, fashion, product), you'll find similar techniques learned. I'm currently studying architecture, my sister - graphic, and one of my roommates - fashion. I love the universal language we all share as designers, which is really special. And yes, it is indeed hard work, but like what you said, if you love what you're doing and are passionate about it (about anything) then that part doesn't matter so much! Thank you for sharing your experience :)

    • @brockman562
      @brockman562 5 лет назад +1

      yep many disciplines share a lot of qualities...'contrast, form/formgiving, color, texture, line quality, negative space, balance, symmetrical, asymmetrical' ... 'all nighters, caffeine, competition with classmates'...'photoshop, illustrator, adobe cc'...too much to list.

  • @therenaissancegirl
    @therenaissancegirl 5 лет назад +5

    gosh i remember back in high school when nothing was decided yet, watching your design videos made me so excited about college - now i’m a rising junior pursuing my degree in design and resonate so much with all that you’ve said !! thanks for being here for us and serving as a great example for us design bbs ❤️🌹✨

  • @majalo96
    @majalo96 5 лет назад +13

    i can‘t believe you are graduating in a month 🥺

  • @boxofube
    @boxofube 4 года назад +3

    I’m interested in majoring graphic design in unlv, and i’m glad I’m able to get some idea on what being a graphic design student will be like!! Thank you

  • @AngieLikesBandss
    @AngieLikesBandss 5 лет назад +2

    I love your videos and I’m a photography major. I got so much information out of this video as to getting a fine arts degree

  • @lovealexis98
    @lovealexis98 5 лет назад +5

    This video has really helped! I feel more and more confident about what major I want to do in college, and it helps that I’m doing classes to help me with it! I’m in love with you and your videos Lindsey! ❤️

  • @lujainll8506
    @lujainll8506 5 лет назад

    This was LITERALLY the best graphic design video

  • @cristinaprentice7131
    @cristinaprentice7131 5 лет назад +5

    I am a graphic design student graduating this spring as well!!!

  • @ashwini2769
    @ashwini2769 5 лет назад +6

    i’m majoring in graphic design too at ocad (: your videos are really helpful thank you lindsey 💓

  • @brockman562
    @brockman562 5 лет назад +1

    Hmmm... I'm gonna have to say CSULB and SJSU are the top design programs in the California State University system.
    BTW... for a printed/physical portfolio, I WOULD NOT use a Itoya portfolio. get a Pina Zangaro or Case Envy (by Lost Luggage). They're clean, minimal, tactile and have a professional appearance.

  • @OrlyAlexandra
    @OrlyAlexandra 5 лет назад +1

    YAY so excited for you to graduate! So proud of you :)

  • @MakeupByMia31
    @MakeupByMia31 5 лет назад +10

    PLS make a video on ur portfolio!!!!!

  • @skylarsakonyi
    @skylarsakonyi 5 лет назад +13

    I’m beginning college in the fall as a graphic design/marketing major, and I’m really worried because I didn’t take any art classes through high school. I’ve drawn and created on my own and always loved art and crafty projects, and I was super involved in yearbook layout design this year, but I am fearing that my lack of technical skills is going to be an issue. Any tips for what I can do until then to improve?

    • @Dakham_
      @Dakham_ 2 года назад

      U ever find any tips I feel u

  • @sallyymay
    @sallyymay 5 лет назад +3

    loved this!! i’m thinking about majoring in graphic design as well and this was super informative! and i’m so interested in seeing your portfolio :)

  • @mina4426
    @mina4426 5 лет назад +4

    *i'm majoring in microbiology but full ready to jump to digital design. crazy? yes. following what my heart wants? yes*
    *one question; can a graphic designer make an awesome living just by being a freelancer? and is it like being an independant freelancer or you'd work for a company as a freelancer? also, i would loooove to see you make a video about your portfolio and helps us fellows out here who need some tips about how to present our portfolios. personally i learned how to use ps cc just for fun, and adobe premier pro too so my portfolio could be okay but still* :(
    thank you! ❤

    • @pjamaz
      @pjamaz Год назад

      Update with your decision? I’m currently a nursing major and making the decision to follow my heart to become a graphic designer and I’m terrified

  • @mayragarcia3528
    @mayragarcia3528 5 лет назад

    I started watching your videos since you were a sophomore or junior in high school, now I can't believe you're going to graduate college already!

  • @maddieroxx4eva
    @maddieroxx4eva 5 лет назад

    Not sure why I'm watching this because I'm almost finished my grad degree in museum studies, but I just enjoy watching your videos 😂 Interestingly, there was a graphic design major in my program. Graphic designers are always needed in the museum field to design exhibit panels, etc. Congrats on almost finishing your degree!

  • @Cherrie435
    @Cherrie435 5 лет назад +22

    im literally a few months away from becoming a lawyer but im watching this anyway LOL

  • @lunapixel8481
    @lunapixel8481 5 лет назад

    Great video! I'm just starting my new graphics design journey at LCAD. I start soon and I'm going to try and document my experience in school! Your video was very helpful in wondering what is up next for designers. Thank you!

  • @gabriellaveseli9763
    @gabriellaveseli9763 5 лет назад +31

    I’ve never clicked faster!! I just changed my major to graphic design

    • @mina4426
      @mina4426 5 лет назад

      what did u study before? im doing microbiology but want to change to graphic design

    • @gabriellaveseli9763
      @gabriellaveseli9763 5 лет назад +3

      mina hey i was a neuroscience major with a graphic design minor and just switched to a double major in public relations and graphic design. If you have other questions feel free to ask :))

    • @mina4426
      @mina4426 5 лет назад

      @@gabriellaveseli9763 thank you! i was just curious :)

    • @amandamakesstuff1383
      @amandamakesstuff1383 5 лет назад

      You’ll love it!! It’s tough but very rewarding

    • @samanthamichelle8252
      @samanthamichelle8252 5 лет назад

      Gabriella Veseli how is it now that you switched majors? I’m thinking of switching my science major to graphic design but I’m a little scared to

  • @juliawilson9089
    @juliawilson9089 5 лет назад +2

    Lol, try 4 hrs 3 times a week for 1 class... a studio class. I'm studying architectural design though! Same design processes which I think is cool. My sister is studying graphic design as well! Fun stuff :)

    • @brockman562
      @brockman562 5 лет назад

      all studio art classes demand a shit ton of hours(graphic design, industrial design, fashion design). I'm no illustrator, but I'm convinced that illustrators and animation majors spend THE MOST amount of studio hours.

  • @kibbit98
    @kibbit98 5 лет назад +2

    I love your videos! As a graphic design student myself, your videos are so so helpful. I’d love to hear what places you go to/went to online for help or tutorials or anything like that. Obviously RUclips for tutorials but I find that some of them arent in depth enough!

  • @fatimarana5699
    @fatimarana5699 5 лет назад

    loved thisss, please show us your portfolio

  • @BeautyBabe46
    @BeautyBabe46 5 лет назад

    please post a video showing us your portfolio!! i would love to see your work, you're such a creative person!!❤️

  • @itsnegiin
    @itsnegiin Год назад

    I'm going to immigrate and study graphic design but I have no clue about it actually and I'm really stressed about not knowing about drawing
    I hope I can learn everything in the university :))
    Loved your video
    Thankssss

  • @luvwooya700
    @luvwooya700 5 лет назад

    IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THUS VIDEO FOR SO LONGGGG

  • @federicacampolongo3318
    @federicacampolongo3318 5 лет назад +1

    You inspire me so much! I hope I can become like you.. wow

  • @alexandradeaconu8364
    @alexandradeaconu8364 5 лет назад +6

    ahh i've been thinking about majoring in graphic design! love to know more about it & love you gurl💛
    p.s. wow i'm so early that the video is still in 360p c:

  • @deIcorazon
    @deIcorazon 5 лет назад

    omg i'd love to see your work!! thank you for the vid

  • @djwinter111
    @djwinter111 5 лет назад +1

    I loved this video! I will be starting my major in design this fall as a freshman in college and I was totally inspired by you to look into graphic design. I’m really excited to learn about it get my degree in college. 💓 One question I had was where did you get your iPad case ?

  • @sarahcomeau_
    @sarahcomeau_ 5 лет назад +1

    Love this video Lindsey! So cool to see what other graphic design programs are like and great advice for anyone who might be wanting to go to school for it. Sounds like our programs are really similar! I'm taking a Bachelor of Design near Toronto, Canada :) Good luck with your last month!

  • @kelsey.german
    @kelsey.german 5 лет назад

    this definitely was very helpful ! 💝 thank you so much ! and i would most definitely love to see your portfolio work for a future video !

  • @daliac8560
    @daliac8560 5 лет назад +1

    0:45
    ERROR: No time stamps were found in the description 😬😬

    • @lindseyrem
      @lindseyrem  5 лет назад +1

      OOPS! will fix once I get to a computer 💕

  • @shemariahali1942
    @shemariahali1942 3 года назад

    Thanks for this! It was really helpful

  • @meghandudley7718
    @meghandudley7718 5 лет назад +1

    Video Idea: How to pay for loans after college, I graduate in a year with a BFA in graphic design. My classes are three hours, four times a week lol

  • @stayhealthybehappy9144
    @stayhealthybehappy9144 4 года назад

    Please can you post how to make portfolio video

  • @renatavargas3683
    @renatavargas3683 5 лет назад +12

    where's your top froooooom? it's so cute

    • @fioonnnaaa
      @fioonnnaaa 5 лет назад +1

      Renata Vargas brandy melville! it's in the description

    • @renatavargas3683
      @renatavargas3683 5 лет назад

      @@fioonnnaaa thanks!

  • @anela2kaylen
    @anela2kaylen 5 лет назад

    Any chance you can do a video about landing a job or options on after finishing your degree...?

  • @athziri6910
    @athziri6910 5 лет назад +1

    Wow I had just thought of you when I got the notification for your video,, psychic

  • @isabelroberts7569
    @isabelroberts7569 5 лет назад +3

    loved this video!! & would definitely like a portfolio video of your work it inspires me so much 😊

  • @beatriz6252
    @beatriz6252 5 лет назад

    pleaase do a portfolio video!!!

  • @thaliamcbean2702
    @thaliamcbean2702 4 года назад +1

    I wanna do graphic design but I'm not good at drawing at all. Im good at taking and editing photos though. Should I still do graphic design even though I'm not good at drawing?

  • @alicia8585
    @alicia8585 5 лет назад +1

    Your necklace is so pretty!! Where is it from? I'm actually a business student but this was so fun to watch :))

  • @ashe-w8p
    @ashe-w8p 5 лет назад

    OBVIOUSLY WE WANT TO SEE A PORTFOLIO VIDEO!!! ❤️

  • @laurynpaigee
    @laurynpaigee 5 лет назад +6

    she said collared shirt bc this video is some serious shii

  • @MineAlejandra
    @MineAlejandra 5 лет назад +1

    show us ur portfolio!!!!

  • @luvwooya700
    @luvwooya700 5 лет назад +7

    is hand lettering a type of graphic design?

    • @myduyennguyenpham9292
      @myduyennguyenpham9292 5 лет назад +1

      Its typography , yes a fied of graphic ds . I think

    • @freddiecheriee
      @freddiecheriee 4 года назад +1

      luvwooya it’s not a type of graphic design however, I learned about it in typography class since it’s considered as a font

  • @mmuunn
    @mmuunn 3 года назад

    I'm currently in police foundations and want to switch majors; but I'm really scared.

  • @annakap97
    @annakap97 5 лет назад

    what eyeshadow are you wearing? so pretty!

  • @Greendwallas
    @Greendwallas 4 года назад

    Can you pls show us your portfolio?

  • @solarishead8154
    @solarishead8154 5 лет назад +1

    thank you so much for this! I’m only a sophomore in high school, but I’m interested in majoring in graphic design later on. definitely need to start creating a portfolio tho! are the act, sat, your gpa, etc super important when applying to design school or do they focus more on your portfolio?

  • @derek9387
    @derek9387 5 лет назад

    okay we stan!

  • @leal6178
    @leal6178 3 года назад +1

    Hello , what’s the graphic design course in London ? I would like to know :) for the future , I’m currently a junior at high school

  • @torihiggins1692
    @torihiggins1692 5 лет назад

    Thanks for making videos

  • @ag4626
    @ag4626 5 лет назад +1

    I'm know how to work with photoshop or other programs as I have a good amount of experience with it at school (yearbook, design for graduation gifts, etc) but I literally have 0 skills in drawing. I don't know if graphic design is the right choice for me. Any advice??

    • @lee_rayyy58
      @lee_rayyy58 4 года назад

      Same position

    • @ag4626
      @ag4626 4 года назад

      @@lee_rayyy58 im studying branding now lol

  • @user-bj9gx3zh9g
    @user-bj9gx3zh9g 5 лет назад +1

    I'm an artist and I'm thinking about this major but I'm not creative :/. Do that creates a problem?

  • @acidmilkshakes115
    @acidmilkshakes115 3 года назад

    Aaaaa super duper extremely late, but would you recommend any specific classes to take in high school. I'm mostly in preforming arts, like band and choir, but I wanted to ask anyway!

  • @AndreaXuno
    @AndreaXuno 5 лет назад +5

    What iPad do you have? I was thinking of getting one because I think it will be beneficial. What apps do you use?

    • @lindseyrem
      @lindseyrem  5 лет назад +5

      I have the small Pro, not the newest model. Adobe draw and Adobe sketch! they’re free with the creative cloud and are compatible with photoshop and illustrator

  • @gabsmttz
    @gabsmttz 4 года назад +1

    I wanna go to your college;(

  • @J.C.A-97
    @J.C.A-97 5 лет назад +1

    Is using the software difficult like photoshop and do u have to draw a lot?

  • @abhiraravirala9563
    @abhiraravirala9563 4 года назад

    I am passionate about graphic design because i really enjoy art in general but my art abilities aren't up to the mark. Due to this I am very intimidated to take up graphic design as a major, so is it possible to flourish in graphic design with good art abilities from the beginning?

  • @tracyturner2151
    @tracyturner2151 2 года назад

    What iPad do you reccomend for graphic design? Also is it do-able to have an iPad but not an Apple or Mac computer?

  • @rcf1900
    @rcf1900 5 лет назад

    what kind of ipad pro do you have? i am looking to buy one but not sure if the newest one is worth it or if i should purchase a refurbished one through apple and save money.

  • @alicegarnercreative
    @alicegarnercreative 5 лет назад

    Where did u get your clear iPad Pro case?? I’ve been looking for one like that!!!❣️

    • @lindseyrem
      @lindseyrem  5 лет назад +1

      got it at the apple store!! the holder for the pencil is a lifesaver

    • @alicegarnercreative
      @alicegarnercreative 5 лет назад

      lindseyrem oooo i’ll have to pop in and grab one!!

  • @niamhoneill5445
    @niamhoneill5445 5 лет назад +2

    ur glowing

  • @vivianshamma
    @vivianshamma 5 лет назад

    I'm transferring to Chapman next year from a SUPER small, east coast, liberal arts college and was wondering how easy it is to make friends in a larger student body population?

    • @lindseyrem
      @lindseyrem  5 лет назад

      Chapman feels pretty small to me! There's lots of ways to get involved and you'll see a lot of the same people on campus which makes it pretty easy

  • @KatieProctor
    @KatieProctor 5 лет назад

    You look so pretty here!!!

  • @realityloidyuki7904
    @realityloidyuki7904 4 года назад

    I want to be a graphic designer itsmy dream job but is there graphic designing schools or classes? I feel so lost right now im about to graduate from high school but im not sure if ill go to college because im insecure if they would have graphic design classes

  • @astr0gurltay
    @astr0gurltay 4 года назад

    could you be a fashion designer with a degree in graphic design?

  • @rcf1900
    @rcf1900 5 лет назад

    i am wanting to major in graphic/visual communication but not sure if chapman offers this. i am also considering in double majoring in marketing and graphic design because i’m looking for a well rounded education as opposed to just an art degree. do you have an advice or knowledge on the difference between a graphic design vs visual communication degree and did you every consider majoring in the other one over graphic design? not sure if this all makes sense but was just curious lol thanks sm!

    • @lindseyrem
      @lindseyrem  5 лет назад +1

      a lot of graphic design majors choose to minor in marketing, pr & ad, business, etc. or major in the latter and minor in GD! All great options.

    • @brockman562
      @brockman562 5 лет назад +1

      Graphic design is mostly print based (brochures, branding, icons, logos, but also static digital design like banners, social media graphics, and web design). Visual design is mostly digital design and does more high level design/branding (UI, sometimes UX, icons, illustration, some motion design...they can sometimes even work on UI for apps). Visual designers work with marketing, UX, and/or a webdevs/engineering team. You'll find that some job descriptions for graphic design are similar to visual design and vice versa.

  • @jayspicy
    @jayspicy 4 года назад

    Did you guys learn how to edit videos and photos like digital design?

  • @esssra2131
    @esssra2131 5 лет назад

    omg I love you 💜

  • @sarahe6629
    @sarahe6629 5 лет назад

    Ahh ive been so busy w school i just got to watching this rip, but do you think you could still major in graphic design when your hs classes don’t really gear toward it? im already in my jr year so i feel like im running out of time

    • @sarahe6629
      @sarahe6629 5 лет назад

      also tysm for making this vid its super helpful!!!

  • @yvviso
    @yvviso 4 года назад

    i seriously have no idea how american or uk universities/schools work. i have no idea what credits are. and im here wanting to apply to an american university ;-;

    • @yvviso
      @yvviso 4 года назад

      universities in general idk how it works

  • @curlykjames
    @curlykjames Год назад

    did you have to take math? like calculus ever?

  • @Shaheer7X
    @Shaheer7X Год назад

    What degree does graphic design fall under? Is it visual communication, fine arts, so confused.

    • @lindseyrem
      @lindseyrem  Год назад

      Bachelor of fine arts

    • @Shaheer7X
      @Shaheer7X Год назад

      @@lindseyrem but how is studio arts and sculpting and all that going to factor into graphic design ?

  • @krystle8090
    @krystle8090 5 лет назад

    which ipad model do u have?

  • @Amina-cm4qp
    @Amina-cm4qp 5 лет назад +1

    I have been accepted into a design school which I’m very happy for but the question that still dawns me is that “am I creative enough?” Is this something you faced aswell?! Love your videos and wish you the best of luck for your future💜

    • @andrianaakrap4329
      @andrianaakrap4329 5 лет назад

      I have been struggling with this and I'm about to graduate with two degrees, design and communication and I already have a job but I feel like I'm not creative enough. Talking to my professors and boss, it never really goes away :/ but you use it to fuel your energy to learn more and get better :)

    • @Amina-cm4qp
      @Amina-cm4qp 5 лет назад

      Andriana Akrap it’s fulfilling to know someone such as yourself whose about to graduate deals with this question. It shows that there’s no definite answer and it’s really what we make of it!

  • @christinajensen4992
    @christinajensen4992 5 лет назад

    After graduating with Graphic Design, how would you find a job?

  • @myduyennguyenpham9292
    @myduyennguyenpham9292 5 лет назад +1

    Can anybody reccommend me some good graphic design college / university in CA ?

  • @taylormarie178
    @taylormarie178 5 лет назад

    what ipad is that?

  • @quesadillo809
    @quesadillo809 5 лет назад +2

    Ok this goes for anyone who can answer this:
    I can’t decide between majoring in either graphic design or industrial design (which is basically product design). i love drawing, creating and art and I initially looked into graphic design, but my top worry is that the graphic design industry is SO crowded that you have to REALLY stand out if you want to be successful, which is why I’m leaning towards industrial design. Thoughts ?

    • @laurendsuz
      @laurendsuz 5 лет назад

      industrial design graduate here! i would say to go with what you want to do in the long run - you do learn a bit of graphic design while studying ID as you need to know it well for presentation layouts, portfolio, projects, etc.
      the GD realm is super saturated, but there's a ton of GD firms or related design firms out there as a result. that also means you can really find a sweet company that you can grow at. for ID, it can be hard to find decent firms that strictly do ID (it ultimately comes down to where you live and where you wanna work!) i am from Toronto and it's quite hard to find jobs at ID firms and many people end up doing off-brand ID stuff like CAD work, manual labour jobs, etc.
      i would say to do graphic design if that's what you want to do. ID is so immensely tough so it's not for the faint of heart. but look into schools, options for interning, cities with great firms, and talk to alumni from schools that you're interested in. hope that helps!

    • @brockman562
      @brockman562 5 лет назад

      Sorry, but industrial design IS NOT product design. If you say that in your interview in a Silicon Valley startup or any company that has a product or app, YOU WILL fail.

  • @brockman562
    @brockman562 4 года назад

    CSULB is the number 1. #goBeach

  • @mooomunch
    @mooomunch 5 лет назад

    what minors would help your career with graphic design??

    • @brockman562
      @brockman562 5 лет назад

      Marketing, UX/UI, HCI(human computer interaction), HTML/CSS...and there's a thing called 'communication', or 'leadership'

  • @KatieProctor
    @KatieProctor 5 лет назад

    This makes me so sad, I study graphic design in the UK and my course is SO BAD!! I barely even do any design, I’ve finished my first year and all I’ve made is a book cover and a few posters that were such bad briefs. All of my modules are so academic and very distantly related to design and it sucks so bad

    • @brockman562
      @brockman562 5 лет назад

      I have to disagree with you. You can work on projects outside course work. Or re-do school projects that weren't up to par.

  • @littlemonisit
    @littlemonisit 5 лет назад

    You look so cute!!!

  • @bolingpao608
    @bolingpao608 5 лет назад

    Before 300 views😁😁😁😁😁

  • @mariafestekjian7227
    @mariafestekjian7227 4 года назад +1

    Can you be a visual designer with a graphic design degree?