Who do graphic designers work with?

Graphic designers work with art directors and creative directors, copywriters, and advertising and marketing professionals. Here is a closer look at the variety of professionals that a graphic designer works with:

• Art directors and creative directors. Graphic designers often work under the guidance and direction of art directors and creative directors. These professionals collaborate to determine the overall creative vision for a project that might include graphic designs in a certain way or is strictlya graphic design-based project.
• Copywriters. Graphic designers also work closely with copywriters on many different projects. The copywriters are in charge of any text that might appear on a project, and the graphic designer might be tasked with determining the types of fonts, colors, and sizes to be used with the text. They share a goal for a cohesive and attractive vision.
• Advertising and marketing professionals. Many graphic designers work in the advertising and marketing industry, and this puts them in close and often contact with the professionals in the ad world. Professionals from advertising and marketing might instruct graphic designers about target audiences, brand identity, and other key issues.