Graphic DesignerKenny Paresa

Job Description

• Graphic designers-a.k.a. graphic artists- plan, analyze, and create solutions to communication problems. They find the most effective way to get a message out through paper or electronic art. They get paid by how much they charge to their client’s needs. They prepare sketches or layouts by aid of computer or by hand. Graphic designers can hire assistants to do other parts of the design. When the design is done and the client likes it, the designer gets paid.

Education and Training

A bachelor’s degree in graphic design is usually required. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and communication are crucial. Knowledge of computer graphics and design software are also important to have. Graphic designers usually need 1-3 years of training experience before they get higher positions.

Salary

• Graphic designers get paid in the following way:

Work Pay(anually)

Computer Systems Design and related services

$47,860

Specialized Design Services $45,870

Advertising, public relations and related services

$43,540

News paper, periodical, book, and directory publishers

$36,910

Printing and related support activities

$36,100

Job Outlook

Employment is expected to grow 13%. Competitions for jobs is expected; those with experience in web site design and animation will have bigger opportunities.

Related Occupations

Workers in other occupations like this include:Artists, Commercial and industrial designers,

fashion designers, floral designers, interior designers, computer software engineers and programmers, desktop publishers, drafters, advertising, marketing, etc. managers, authors, writers, editors, photographers, prepress technicians, and workers.

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