PRODUCT INNOVATION
& DESIGN INSTRUCTOR
I’m a Pathway-Completer, Now What?
With a healthy portfolio of work from our classes, you can apply to paid-internships, pursue higher education, or start your own business if you haven’t already!
BUILD YOUR RESUME
Feel free to [copy + paste] skills you learned in class to your Resume.
Public Speaking
Collaboration
Communication
Active Listening
Empathy
Teamwork
Conflict Resolution
Problem-Solving
Constructive Feedback
Time Management
Adaptability
Prototyping
Ideating
Design Thinking
Packaging Design
Photography
3D Modeling
Storyboarding
Hand Sketching
Technical Drawing
Rendering
Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
Design for Assembly (DFA)
Product Lifecycle
Google Workspace:
Docs, Spreadsheets, Slides
Adobe Creative Cloud:
Photoshop, Illustrator
Canva
Miro
VersaWorks
Autodesk Fusion
Creality Print
KeyShot Studio
ArtiosCAD
Roland TrueVIS VG3-540
Creality K2 Plus Combo 3D Printer
Babylock Embroidery Machine
Sparrow Sewing Machine
Artec 3D Scanner
Vevor Heat Press
Mayku Vacuum Former
Cricut Hat Press
Macbook
HP ZBook
LOCAL OPPORTUNITY
ORANGE COUNTY & LOS ANGELES, CA
The map below shows different businesses local to Anaheim, CA.
FINANCIAL STABILITY
SALARY SPECTRUM 2026
Starting Salary
0-3+ Years of Experience
$59,000±
Mid-Level
3-5+ Years of Experience
$74,000±
Senior Roles
5-10+ Years of Experience
$115,000 — $150,000±
Creative Director
5-10+ Years of Experience
$150,000±
References:
ZipRecruiter
Glassdoor
Starting Salary
0-3+ Years of Experience
$55,000±
Mid-Level
3-5+ Years of Experience
$80,000±
Senior Roles
5-10+ Years of Experience
$115,000 — $150,000±
Creative Director
5-10+ Years of Experience
$150,000±
References:
ZipRecruiter
Starting Salary
0-3+ Years of Experience
$112,000±
Mid-Level
3-5+ Years of Experience
$150,000 – $250,000±
Senior Roles
5-10+ Years of Experience
$177,000 – $292,000±
Partner Roles
10+ Years of Experience
$300,000±
References:
ZipRecruiter
Starting Salary
0-3+ Years of Experience
$60,000±
Mid-Level
3-5+ Years of Experience
$80,000±
Senior Roles
5-10+ Years of Experience
$130,000 — $150,000±
References:
ZipRecruiter
JOB HUNTING?
SEARCH FOR OPEN ROLES:
FURTHER INDUSTRY-EDUCATION
AFFORDABLE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Offsite by Advanced Design
advdes.org/Offsite
Offering a real world view of the industrial design profession. With instruction from industry leaders, Offsite is an online program disrupting industrial design education.
Pensole Lewis College Detroit
plcdetroit.com
Certificate programs (industry credentials) are fully funded by our brand partners, covering both tuition and housing. Students are responsible for their own dining expenses.
Black Design Collective
blackdesigncollective.com/educationtraining
BDC is now offering Advanced Entrepreneurship Education and Training. Build your skills and knowledge with our 5-week program led by industry professionals.
CANVASWORKER
canvasworker.com
We bridge the gap between design studios and factories. From first sketch to factory ready prototype, our Costa Mesa workshop is a classroom, a proving ground, and a launchpad for products that ship.
HIGHER EDUCATION
4-YEAR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
California State University of Long Beach
CSULB
Bachelor of Science
Industrial Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Interior Design
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
CalPoly SLO
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Industrial Technology & Packaging
Bachlor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Art and Design
San Francisco State University
SFSU
Bachelor of Science
Industrial Design
Visual Communication Design
Visual Communication Design
4-YEAR PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS
ArtCenter College of Design
Bachelor of Science
Product Design
Spatial Experience Design
Interaction Design
Transportation Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Graphic Design
Photography
Illustration
Otis College of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Fashion Design
Product Design
Toy Design
Game & Entertainment Design
Looking to go Out-of-State?
Visit IDSA’s Design Directory
Visit IDSA’s Design Directory
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