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From custom prosthetics to entire homes, 3D printing is changing how we design and build almost everything. But what exactly is it?

At its core, 3D printing is a way to turn digital designs into real-world objects by adding material layer by layer. It offers huge possibilities in fields like medicine, architecture, and engineering because it allows for a level of customization, speed, and creativity that traditional manufacturing methods simply can’t match.

This guide is here to help you understand what 3D printing is, how it works, and why it’s such an exciting field for students and future professionals.

Whether you’re developing a website, mobile app, or digital marketing campaign, the way users interact with your product can make or break its success.

User experience and user interface design are about creating intuitive, accessible, and engaging experiences that meet user needs and drive business goals. It’s the foundation of modern design.

In this post, we explore why UX/UI skills are more important than ever, how they apply across different industries, and how you can build the foundational and career-ready skills you need to thrive in the industry.

It’s no secret that the future of design is digital. For aspiring designers, technical skills are just as critical as creative abilities. If you want to take advantage of the opportunities out there (and there are many), you need to master the techniques and the tools.

For this post, we surveyed multiple online platforms to see what career opportunities are currently available in digital design fields. We also delved into four of Herzing’s most popular design programs: what tools they use, what skills they teach, and how they prepare students for success in the digital age.

Hear from instructors, see examples of student work, and get tips on choosing the program that’s right for you.

Updated December 2024

Interior decorator and interior designer are often used interchangeably, but they are actually distinct professions with unique roles and career paths. While both involve creating beautiful spaces, the scope of responsibilities and required qualifications differ significantly.

In this post, we delve into the differences in interior decoration vs interior design careers, outlining how the two roles stack up in terms of job duties, skills, training, earnings, and outlook.

By the end, you’ll have all the information you need to decide which path aligns better with your interests and goals.

Rekha Bhardwaj saw computer-aided design and drafting (CAD) training as her ticket to a good job in Canada. She already had experience with AutoCAD 2D in her native India, but she knew she needed to get familiar with a wider range of design software.

She’d heard positive things about Herzing College, so she took the leap and enrolled. Sixteen months later, she graduated and got hired as a designer at a sheet metal fabricator—the very same company where she’d done her internship.

We spoke with Rekha this week to learn more about her experience at Herzing and how it prepared her for a career. Read on for the highlights.

Gaming is a multi-billion-dollar industry that relies on talented 3D animators to bring characters and worlds to life. But getting started in this field is not always easy. You need a strategic approach.

In this post, we provide valuable insights and actionable advice for 3D animators looking to launch a career in gaming. We offer expert tips on understanding the industry landscape, building a compelling portfolio, networking effectively, and standing out in job applications.

Ready to learn how to get into the video game industry? Let’s get started.

The interior design industry is constantly changing and evolving. Every year brings a fresh crop of trends—some are just passing fads, while others completely alter the way we think about creating spaces.

Are you just beginning your interior design training? This is a very exciting time to enter the industry. There is so much new technology and innovation in design…the field is almost unrecognizable from what it was just a few years ago.

And that brings us to the topic of this post: the intersection of interior design and technology. Keep reading to explore the digital tools and trends that are reshaping the way interior spaces are conceived, designed, and experienced.

If you’re concerned about the planet but want a career outside of environmental sciences and engineering, you’re in luck.

Many people think of green jobs as those that are directly linked to preserving natural resources or fighting climate change, like ecologist and solar engineer. But the truth is that there are all kinds of non-STEM careers that support environmental well-being.

In this blog, we explore six non-traditional career paths in sustainability you might want to consider. See how they contribute to a cleaner, greener world and learn about the challenges and rewards go along with them.

Updated December 2024

When you think about career colleges, what sorts of programs come to mind? Many people instantly think of courses like health care aide, office administration, and computer networking. And while those certainly exist, the full range of course offerings is far more diverse than you might imagine.

Keep reading to learn about some unique career college programs that often go unnoticed but offer a specialized education leading to exciting career prospects.

Examples of student work from the Herzing College graphic design program

When most people think "graphic designer," they immediately imagine someone who designs for websites, posters, or advertisements. But the truth is, there's a whole world of diverse graphic design career paths out there.

From film and television to book and album covers to sports gear and video games—talented designers are wanted across industries to communicate ideas in creative and compelling ways.

Wondering where you can work as a graphic designer? Here's a mini-tour of both traditional and emerging graphic design niches. Keep reading to see where design training could take you.