Master’s Program
Build a portfolio, earn a master's degree, and launch your career in advertising, branding, or marketing, through our two-year, full-time master's program.
Creativity ignited.
Welcome to the school that teaches you to be more like yourself and less like everybody else.
Join the world’s best creative problem solvers.
The Brandcenter brings different ways of thinking together to create greater outcomes.
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Master’s in Art Direction
Art Directors create and curate the visual expression of a brand.
Master’s in Copywriting
Copywriters craft words to tell stories that create ultimate impact.
Master’s in Creative Brand Management
Business-, people-, and leadership-savvy, Creative Brand Managers lead client and agency teams to accomplish business objectives through creative solutions.
Master’s in Experience Design
Experience Designers use the principles of human-centered design to develop digital products and physical experiences for brands. Please note, we are no longer accepting applications for XD.
Master’s in Strategy
Strategists use their powers of curiosity about people, culture, and brands to drive strategy for advertising and brand communications.
Cannes Lions Festival Study Abroad Program
The Brandcenter Cannes Lions Festival Study Abroad Program offers undergraduate and graduate students a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attend the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
Alumni Showcase
The work of our alumni speaks for itself.
But we’d still like to tell you about it.
Alumni ShowcaseEvery time I thought I knew what to expect from Brandcenter, it gave me something completely unexpected. And every time, it gave me exactly what I needed.
— Chrissy Boals (Art Direction, 2021)
Featured News
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Brandcenter Alum Hope Jordan Helps Crocs Celebrate Being Human
February 2, 2026
Jordan acted as Creative Director on the brand's short film “Let your human out” with creative agency Flower Shop
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Google Creative Lab at Brandcenter: Forum and Student Workshop
January 23, 2026
Students gained hands-on experience, received feedback from Google Creative Lab professionals and shared their own insights.
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Brandcenter U-Haul Spot Named One of the Top 20 Ads of 2025
January 5, 2026
A piece from our production master class was recognized by John Kovacevich, a creative leader in San Francisco.
Events
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Admissions: In-person Open House
February 7, 2026
Immerse yourself in Brandcenter! Meet current students and faculty, tour the building, participate in a mini sprint, and more.
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Brandcenter Visiting Professor of Practice Alyson Gaiser to Decode Super Bowl Ads at Profs & Pints Richmond
February 11, 2026
An insider break down of the strategy and cultural impact behind Super Bowl ads from the group strategy director at AKQA.
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Admissions: Application Workshop (virtual)
February 12, 2026
Come to learn more about the Brandcenter application process, what we look for in candidates, and have your questions answered.
BrandFam
Our people are everything.
Michael Chapman
Adjunct Professor, Creative, Creative Brand Management
Andrew LeVasseur
Professor, Experience Design
Fiona Gallegos
Student, Art Direction, 2027
Chen Li
Student, Art Direction, 2026