Joel Rosen

Lecturer

School of Design

College of Art and Design

jarfaa@rit.edu

Office Hours

Hours vary by semester.

Office Location

GAN-1181

Joel Rosen

Lecturer

School of Design

College of Art and Design

Education

BFA, Virginia Commonwealth University; MFA, Rochester Institute of Technology

Bio

Joel Rosen is an award winning designer with a career spanning over 4 decades. Throughout his career, Joel has continually sought out and embraced emerging technologies, starting with computer controlled typesetting and business presentation graphics in the ‘80s, multimedia advertising design and desktop publishing in the 90s, web design and e-commerce in the 2000s and most recently in mobile applications and interactive user experiences. Over the course of 40+ years, Joel has held positions ranging from independent freelance designer to art director for small design agencies to creative director for a Fortune 500 company.

Along with his professional work, Joel has been an educator in a variety of settings ranging from seminars, professional development courses to traditional college level classrooms. His approach to teaching has always focused on providing every student with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills applicable to their individual goals. His extensive experience in industry provides him with a broad perspective on the role and value of design and technology in the education of aspiring designers.

Joel holds a BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University where he focused on integrating emerging digital technologies with traditional studio arts and an MFA from RIT in Computer Graphics Design, a precursor to today’s VCD graduate degree program.

jarfaa@rit.edu

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Curriculum Vitae

Areas of Expertise

User Experience Design

Currently Teaching

NMDE-111

New Media Design Digital Survey I

3 Credits

This project-based course is an investigation of the computer as an illustrative, imaging, and graphical generation tool. It develops foundational design skills in raster and vector image creation, editing, compositing, layout and visual design for online production. Emphasis will be on the application of visual design organization methods and principles for electronic media. Students will create and edit images, graphics, layouts and typography to form effective design solutions for online delivery.

NMDE-303

New Media Design Interactive III

3 Credits

A study of the application of information design theory and practice to the developing area of new media. Cartography and iconography will be viewed in the context of web and kiosk use. The delivery of consumer information, using interactive and dynamic media as the vehicle, will be investigated.

NMDE-401

New Media Design Capstone I

3 Credits

This course will focus on individual career preparation through topics such as resume development, job research, interviewing best practices, and creating or refining an online portfolio. Additional exploration and overviews will include the business aspects, practices, and workflows of the new media industry with a focus on designer/developer/client relationships. Students will integrate project workflows, management, team building, concept generation and prototyping through small team projects, and project research for NMD Capstone II.

VCDE-718

Project Design and Implementation

3 Credits

This course provides students with the necessary skills to further develop a research plan into a specific design inquiry with an application component. Emphasis is placed on identifying connections and integrating content between this course and the culminating first-year experience in the MFA Visual Communication Design program. Students will chose a topic, write a design proposal, and design and implement a project from inception to conclusion. This involves research, development, evaluation, refinement, completion of a finished creative project, and documentation of the process. The project can be produced independently or collaborative with advice from the instructor.

VCDE-742

Information Design

3 Credits

This course explores the importance of reader and user responses to written and visually presented information. Problem-solving, functional requirements, information transmission, accessibility and design structure are integrated while investigating a variety of formats (i.e. charts, diagrams, business forms, tables, maps, instructional materials, wayfinding systems, and technical data.) Applied problems are solved through principles of language, structure, diagrammatic interpretation and the visual display of information. Solutions will be developed for both print media and digital use (i.e. mobile devices, computer screens, kiosks, etc.).

VCDE-790

Thesis: Research and Planning

3 Credits

Research is the backbone for any project. This course will focus on the design research and planning stages of a thesis project. Students will define a design problem that provides a significant addition to the design field while addressing needs in the local, regional and/or global community. Course content addresses establishing content, planning, scheduling, and research seeking innovative solutions through the process of concept development, ideation, and in-process evaluation.

VCDE-799

Visual Communication Design Independent Study

1 - 4 Credits

Visual Communication Design Independent Study will allow students to obtain instruction in specialized areas of interest to enhance their individual course of study. Working with a faculty adviser, students will propose a focused curriculum related to their academic and/or future career interests. Visual Communication Design Independent Study students must obtain permission of an instructor to enroll.**NOTE: Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA **

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