If being able to type 90WPM is the most impressive computer skill you have, it may be difficult (i.e. impossible) to stay competitive in today’s hyper-digital workplace. Knowing how to use Photoshop, InDesign, FinalCut Pro and other programs can be beneficial when applying to jobs or landing freelance gigs. Though Pratt has an amazing list of computer graphics courses for the serious (and well-funded) student, some of us just want to dabble. So we did a price check to find the best rates on digital-design and video-editing classes around town. Got another lead? Please let us know in the comments. Brooklyn College 2900 Bedford Ave. 718-951-5000 This local haunt for higher education offers several computer courses–including intro to Flash and Intro to Photoshop–for $145 a pop plus a $20 registration fee. The courses consist of 12 classes over six weeks and you need to have the programs you want to learn on your computer (or the friend’s computer you plan on borrowing). Kingsboro… Read More
