Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

A graphic designer’s daily life typically involves creating visual content for print and digital media, such as logos, advertisements, and websites. They collaborate with clients or teams to develop designs that meet specific goals, while balancing creative vision with project deadlines.

Quiz Matches

What kind of personality tends to excel in this career?
Ideas
Creations
How much this role requires you to be outspoken and in the spotlight.
Independent
Collaborative
How often you’ll have to work with others
Introvert
Extrovert
How often you’ll be coming up with big ideas versus making ideas reality.
Routine
Variety
How much your tasks change day by day
Screen Time
How much of your day is spent working at a desk on a computer.

Average Salary in SC

$47,740

Education Level

4 year degree recommended

Alternate Titles

Brand Designer
Designer
Graphic Artist
Graphic Designer
Online Producer
Production Artist
Publications Designer
Technical Illustrator

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Skills

Active Listening
Speaking
Active Learning
Critical Thinking
Writing

Activities

Thinking Creatively
Working with Computers
Getting Information
Communicating with Colleagues
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Work Styles

Attention to Detail
Dependability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Cooperation
Innovation

Council for Advancement and Support of Education
Graphic Artists Guild
National Association of Schools of Art and Design
Professional Association for Design
SEGD
University and College Designers Association

Art and Design Courses
Technology and Computer Courses
Communication and Business Courses
Electives and Additional Courses

 

Art and Design Courses
Drawing and Painting
Graphic Design
3D Design or Sculpture

Technology and Computer Courses
Computer Graphics/Multimedia
Web Design
Animation

Other Courses
Photography
Art History
Business or Marketing
Communication
Mathematics

Advertising
Communication Design
Communications
Digital Media
Graphic Design
Illustration
Industrial Design
Marketing
Studio Art

Jobs
Freelance Graphic Designer
Design Assistant
Social Media Manager
Retail Associate in Art Supply Store

Internships
Graphic Design Internship
Marketing or Advertising Internship
Media or Publishing Internship
Nonprofit or Community Organization Internship

Apprenticeships
Graphic Designer’s Apprenticeship
Art Director’s Apprenticeship
Web Designer’s Apprenticeship
Print Production Apprenticeship

Other Learning Opportunities
Online Design Courses
Create a Personal Design Portfolio
Participate in Design Competitions
Attend Design Workshops and Conferences

Read Critically
Express Ideas
Design Solutions

 

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