Apprenticeship/Media Design: Digital & Print
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Media Design Digital & Print

Why Apply for "Media Design: digital & print“?

You have an eye for design and you want to start your own trends? Become part of our Creative Community and inspire people with your visual ideas. We will teach you how to work with shapes, forms and photos and how to develop new digital ideas. Whether you want to create screen design, websites, booklets, animations or virtual exhibition stands – over the course of you training you will acquire the whole range of media design skills required to master this trade.

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Duration

3 years

Degree

State recognized vocational training

Start

01.09.2026 (Wintersemester)

Language

German

Campus

Berlin (DE)
Düsseldorf (DE)

Format

Berlin (On site)
Düsseldorf (On site)

Monthly fees

Berlin: 349,00 € (EU)
Düsseldorf: 349,00 € (EU)

You can look forward to:

25
%
Media design
25
%
Image editing
30
%
Layout & design
20
%
Practical projects

Your Training

Over the course of your training, you will cover all fields of graphic design, including photography, animation and screen design. For the first 12 months, you will receive your basic training at mdh while exploring your own strengths and weaknesses. During this time you will learn the trade, develop the required skill and tray out ideas.

The theoretic part is followed by an 18-months practical phase during which you will do internships in companies and agencies. This time will help you to find out which areas of your field you like best and to decide on your specialisation.

At the end of your training mdh will help you to prepare for your state-approved exam at IHK (Chamber of Commerce) Don´t worry, our students have a 96 % success rate in IHK exams!

Content of Your Training

Progression

Over the course of your training, you will acquire theoretic know-how and practical skills.  

Within every training module, theoretic units are combined with practical exercises and project task, thus preparing the ground for your move into the working world.

The following are just some of the things we will cover:

Basics of Design and Color Design

  • Photography and digital image processing
  • Typography and layout development
  • Vector and presentation graphics
  • Print publishing/pre-print stage/PDF
  • Material science und printing technology

Web Publishing

  • Screendesign
  • Audio, video and animation
  • Data handling and media integration

Media Management

  • Visual marketing
  • Business and social economics, communication
  • Technical calculation

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Exhibition Hall

Corporate Design (Media Design)

Corporate Design (Media Design)

Creation of a corporate design for print products.

Exhibition design for the airport in Düsseldrof and Munich (Flyer)

Exhibition design for the airport in Düsseldrof and Munich (Flyer)

Exhibition design for Düsseldorf and Munich airports - mascot

Exhibition design for Düsseldorf and Munich airports - mascot

Your Vocational Training as a Media Designer for Digital and Print in Düsseldorf or Berlin

Looking for a place to train as a Media Designer for Digital and Print in Düsseldorf or Berlin? Then Mediadesign Hochschule is the perfect place for you.

Our internationally oriented campuses bring together creative talents from around the world, giving you the opportunity to build valuable connections for both your personal and professional future. Strengthen your teamwork skills by collaborating on exciting projects, develop your creativity alongside fellow students, and take your design skills to the next level.

Both our Düsseldorf and Berlin campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art media technology, allowing you to gain hands-on experience with industry-standard design software and professional creative tools.

While completing your vocational training, you'll also have the chance to experience the vibrant cultural life of two of Germany's most exciting cities and broaden your horizons.

What are you waiting for?

Apply now for one of our Media Designer for Digital and Print vocational training places in Düsseldorf or Berlin.

We look forward to welcoming you to Mediadesign Hochschule!

 

 

Your Career

Target group "Media Design"

  • You an eye for visual designs and trends
  • People who love working on details, editing, animation and adding sound
  • Team players loving to work with other people

Job Market

The media industry is booming. Digitalization is creating new jobs and infinite possibilities. Our alumni work in marketing departments of internet companies and create websites, flyers, brochures or booklets. More “traditional” media companies also need well-trained graphic experts who produce images or create advertisements. There are many options in the advertisement industry as well. Ad and PR agencies are always looking for people with your background.

Future employers are…

Advertisement agencies, film and tv production companies, tv channels, sound studios, post-production studios, theaters and other cultural institutions, event and exhibition companies or radio stations.

Apprenticeship done, want some more?

With a successfull apprenticeship at mdh, you can apply for a bachelor program in Game Design, Digital Film Design or Media Design at mdh, even without a graduation diploma from secondary school.

 

Finished your Training? Your Career as a Media Designer for Digital & Print

The media industry is booming. Digitalisation continues to create exciting new career opportunities, giving you countless ways to turn your creativity into a profession.

As a Media Designer for Digital and Print, you'll have a wide range of career paths to choose from after completing your vocational training. Create eye-catching magazines, brochures, and marketing materials, or design websites, e-books, and apps that combine outstanding visual design with an excellent user experience.

But that's just the beginning. Emerging technologies are opening up entirely new creative fields. Help customers visualize furniture in their own homes or try on clothing virtually through augmented reality. Support journalists by creating interactive multimedia experiences. Or enter the world of gaming by designing interfaces and visual concepts for platforms, consoles, and mobile apps.

Our graduates go on to work for digital and technology companies, advertising and media agencies, publishing houses, film and television production companies, and many other creative businesses. Marketing departments across every industry also rely on talented media designers to create visual content, campaigns, and brand communications.

Wherever you look, skilled media designers are in demand—and after completing your vocational training, you'll be ready to join them.

Potential Employers

  • Digital and technology companies
  • Advertising, PR, and multimedia agencies
  • Publishing houses and printing companies
  • Media agencies
  • Graphic design studios
  • Film and television production companies
  • Marketing departments across a wide range of industries

Application & Admission

Admission Requirements

  • General school leaving qualification (Abitur or similar)
  • Or another accepted school leaving certificate (Lower secondary school certificate combined with a previously completed 3 year vocational training qualification, “Realschulabschluss”, intermediate school leaving certificate or O-levels)

Personal Requirements

  • An interest in TV, film, technology and sound
  • Being a team-player, interest in working with others
  • Being ready to help out when things get tight

Additionally required:
For participation in the vocational training program, German language skills at a minimum level of B2 (CEFR) are mandatory, as the instruction and all examinations are conducted in German.

Application Process

Your personality and your talents are more important than top grades!

Please apply via e-Mail (or regular mail). This is what we need from you:

  • A motivation letter (tell us what inspires you – ca. 1 page)
  • Representative work samples (Sketches, pictures, collages or early work, etc…)
  • Relevant grade reports as well as a resume with your current photo
  • You may apply during the school year (even before secondary school graduation)
  • Graduation diploma can be submitted after completion of your secondary school

Monthly Tuition Fee:

  • Campus Düsseldorf: 349 €
  • Campus Berlin: 349 €

Application fees

We charge a one-time application fee of 290,00 EUR for this programme and a one-time material fee of 350,00 EUR.

Media Designer Digital & Print - start your apprenticeship at mdh now

Why Media Design Digital and Print at mdh?

Because we want to make you the brightest star in the design sky! We have passionate instructors who are eager to pass on their concentrated knowledge to you. The focus is always on developing your personal talents, because we want to work with you to get the best out of you. We know that grades are ultimately of secondary importance and that what matters most is what you can create with your creativity, the right tools and a helpful team. That's why we design the digital and print media designer training programme in Munich and Düsseldorf to be very practice-oriented and give teachers who have many years of professional experience and a passion for design in their blood a chance to have their say. At mdh, creative minds from all over the world come together to transform dormant visions into brilliant designs as part of project work.

We provide you with intensive support in preparing for your final examination at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce and, in the best case scenario, show you the way to your dream job with our career network. Apply now - we look forward to hearing from you!

Infos & Help

Do you have any questions?

Do you have any questions?

Our student advisory service will be happy to help you with questions regarding application and financing. Just give us a call or send us an e-mail. Our student advisors will advise you in a personal information session. We will gladly send you free information material.
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Workshop Figürliches Zeichnen - 13.08.2026 - 16:00

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