A Storied Past, A Bright Future

The first professional design school in Los Angeles, Otis College has empowered generations of artists and designers to excel in their fields and to shape the world. Explore Otis Now for stories about our community, what we’re up to, where we’ve been, and where we’re going.

Otis’s diverse community of alumni, students, and faculty enrich the world as artists and designers, educators and entrepreneurs. They are the changemakers and creatives behind leading brands, inspiring exhibitions and public artworks, iconic costumes and characters, and beloved games, products, films, and toys.

A Community Leading with Creativity

The Otis College community includes Oscar winners, legendary costume designers, leading contemporary artists, successful entrepreneurs, and design stars at high-profile companies.

Fashion Design students during sketch selection with project mentor and fashion designer Mike Amiri.

Fashion Design students during sketch selection with project mentor and fashion designer Mike Amiri.

Reanna Brown (’23 BFA Product Design) with work displayed during Otis’s annual exhibition.

Reanna Brown (’23 BFA Product Design) with work displayed during Otis’s annual exhibition.

Gajin Fujita (’97 BFA Fine Arts) speaks about his work in a solo exhibition at LA Louver gallery.

Gajin Fujita (’97 BFA Fine Arts) speaks about his work in a solo exhibition at LA Louver gallery.

Visitors and designers on campus for the MFA Graphic Design Art Book Fair.

Visitors and designers on campus for the MFA Graphic Design Art Book Fair.

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Stay connected with all the latest from Otis College! Visit our Social Hub to see what’s happening across campus, student projects, events, and more.

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Browse upcoming events—both on campus and online—from readings, screenings, and artist talks to student-led activities.

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Explore the Otis College Report on the Creative Economy with a live digital dashboard and research on creative sectors.

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