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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Iris Diaz

Former CMO, Dallas Mavericks
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

Georgina “Gina” Maldonado

Owner, SMPTE Studio Freelance actor, singer, model and recording engineer

“My education gave me experience. Now I know what I’m talking about in the music industry, and I’m not just a performer. I have knowledge that nobody’s going to take away from me.”

Commercial Music

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

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

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

Aaron Doyle

Veteran and student

“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

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

Liliana Rodriguez

Assistant Director, Creative Services Marketing and Communications Dallas College

“The instructors were one of the highlights of my experience. They were approachable, supportive, and genuinely invested in our success ... Their encouragement helped me grow as a designer, stay current with emerging trends, and even led to the co-op opportunity that launched my professional journey at Eastfield.”

Digital Art and Design, Photography

Rebekah Gonzalez

Video Technology Student

“A lot of my creative inspiration comes from moments where I feel lost or uncertain. I turn to art to process those feelings. It helps me make sense of things I don’t fully understand yet.”

Video Technology

Robert Tucker

Freelance News Editor CBS 11/TXA 21

“There aren’t that many professors who will really sit down and explain something to you, but here at North Lake they will. They really care about the students, and I think this is one of the best video programs in the area.”

Video Technology

Anthony Rusty Stogner

Student, University of Texas-Pan American

“I loved my experience at Dallas College — I had nothing but great teachers and courses there. “I got a great background in graphic design in the Computer Graphics program — from Photoshop to 3-D design to Web-based knowledge.”

Digital Art and Design

Dianna Zaragoza

Freelance writer and stay-at-home mom

“The flexibility is the best thing. I’ve only had to come in to campus for tests. And even though I don’t live that far away, the cost of gas these days is a major factor in my decision to take courses online. Distance learning works for my budget and for my schedule.”

Creative Writing

Deah N. Mitchell

Assistant to the Director of Alumni Relations and Programming, SMU Owner, Nicole Berry Events

“In the beginning, I was hesitant because I didn’t want the courses to be too easy — I wanted to actually get something out of them. But once I realized my online courses were really challenging, I kept going back for more.”

Communications

Miguel Ardito

Miguel Ardito Contract Production Artist Frog Street Press Inc.

“I really enjoyed the program because I was able to do a lot of my classes self-paced at school in the labs and at home. The program is a great experience, and if you stick with it, it can change your life.”

Digital Art and Design

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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.