School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design Student Experiences
No matter where these current or former students are in the process of reaching their goals, we salute them.
They have dared to turn dreams into reality through education in the School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design.
Could you be next?
Sri Guru Keerthi Purini
Junior Designer
Belo Interactive
“This program helped me build a strong foundation. The thorough curriculum, well-thought-out assignments and hands-on training offered by the faculty have given me all the experience I needed to step into the professional world with confidence.”
Digital Art and Design
David Rodriguez
Graphic Designer, The WildWorks Group and
Partner, ArtLoveMagic
“The work I did here pushed my creativity in considering my various skills and career options. I use all of the skill sets I learned — web, print and animation — in my current job. I would recommend this program because it really opens up the possibilities of what you can do.”
Digital Art and Design
Alma Murr
Account Manager
Blanks Printing and Imaging
“My Dallas College education provided me basic knowledge of the printing industry, along with training in the latest technology. The applications being used in today’s digital workplace are always changing, and the Digital Media Technology program gives up-to-date and extensive training on publishing software.”
Digital Art and Design
Iris Diaz
Former CMO, Dallas Mavericks
Director, Brand & Marketing FIFA World Cup 2026
Director, Brand & Marketing FIFA World Cup 2026
“To me, it was what I could afford, just because you’re paying less doesn’t mean you’re getting less education. But, if I can get an education for less and still advance, it’s a no-brainer. I went on to UNT, then I still went on to graduate at SMU, but none of that education from Dallas College was disqualified. The credits counted 100%.”
Digital Art and Design
Thomas Post
Founder and Owner
Postman Productions
“I love the hands-on aspect of my education as compared to what my friends who went to four-year universities experienced. At North Lake, there was always lab time and equipment available when I needed it, and the one-on-one attention from instructors was amazing.”
Video Technology
Angela Warr
Career and Technical Education Teacher
Nimitz High School
Irving
“I take students from my high school multimedia classes to Richland’s fair and all through their computer labs. Richland has one of the best multimedia programs in the area or maybe even the country, and I always recommend it to my students.”
Multimedia Technology
Rodney E. Willis
Senior Interior Design Associate, Ike Isenhour Inc.
“The professors in the program took an interest in my success and guided me towards accomplishing my goals. The relatively small classes offered an opportunity for one-on-one interaction, which was a positive factor for me.”
Interior Design
Lindsay Weatherread
Fashion Stylist and Designer
L. Weatherread Design
“The program has small classes and is very hands-on. When I left El Centro and talked to people in the industry who had gone to other schools, I found that I had learned way more than most of them. Pattern making and sewing are definitely a big strength at El Centro.”
Fashion
Krystal Holliday
College Graduate/Writer
“I’ve discovered my writing and my story, it can help others. I want to turn my past into a positive thing.”
Creative Writing
Louis Sutton
Director of Engineering,
Clear Channel Radio Dallas
“The best part of my Cedar Valley education was the cutting-edge approach that they took. Everybody in the program stayed ahead of the technical curve so information was immediately applicable in the field and not dated. They use technology that applies to the industry right now, not 10 or 20 years ago.”
Commercial Music
Lucas Martell
Adjunct Instructor, Mountain View
“When I attended Mountain View 12 years ago, I was encouraged, motivated, and inspired by my instructors and mentors. As a student, I learned a lot from the dedication of the instructors; their enthusiasm about the subjects they taught inspired me to continue my pursuit of higher education.”
Art
Adrienne Faulkner, RID, ASIC, LEED Green Associate
CEO, Faulkner Design Group
“My advice to prospective students searching for their career path? Follow your passion. My father said I was never going to make any money in art. I said, ‘Watch me.’ If you follow your passion and love what you do, it makes it all worthwhile.”
Interior Design
Aaron Doyle
Veteran and student (Fall 2022 graduate)
“I’ve never been to college before. When I was in high school, I didn’t have the interest. And I would have been the first person in my family to attend, so I didn’t have anyone to help me because nobody knew how to enroll. So, I wanted to start with community college. It sounded like it would be an easier transition instead of a university. And it was.”
Digital Art and Design
Unleash Your Creativity at the School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design
Step into a world where imagination meets opportunity. At the School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design, Dallas College empowers aspiring artists, performers, and innovators to turn their passion into a profession.
Whether you're pursuing a career in visual arts, music, film, theater, or design, our programs are built to inspire and equip you with the skills needed to thrive in today’s creative industries. With hands-on learning, expert faculty, and access to cutting-edge technology, you’ll gain real-world experience that sets you apart.