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Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.
DutiesGraphic designers typically do the following:
Graphic designers combine art and technology to communicate ideas through images and the layout of websites and printed pages. They may use a variety of design elements to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
Graphic designers work with both text and images. They often select the type, font, size, color, and line length of headlines, headings, and text. Graphic designers also decide how images and text will go together on a print or webpage, including how much space each will have. When using text in layouts, graphic designers collaborate closely with writers who choose the words and decide whether the words will be put into paragraphs, lists, or tables. Through the use of images, text, and color, graphic designers can transform statistical data into visual graphics and diagrams, which can make complex ideas more accessible.
Graphic design is important to marketing and selling products, and is a critical component of brochures and logos. Therefore, graphic designers, also referred to as graphic artists or communication designers, often work closely with people in advertising and promotions, public relations, and marketing.
Frequently, designers specialize in a particular category or type of client. For example, some create the graphics used on retail products packaging, still others may work on the visual designs used on book jackets.
Graphic designers need to keep up to date with the latest software and computer technologies to remain competitive.
Some individuals with a background in graphic design teach in design schools, colleges, and universities. For more information, see the profile on postsecondary teachers.
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Graphic designers usually need a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field. Candidates for graphic design positions should demonstrate their creativity and originality through a professional portfolio that features their best designs.
EducationA bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field is usually required. However, those with a bachelor’s degree in another field may pursue technical training in graphic design to meet most hiring qualifications.
The National Association of Schools of Art and Design accredits about 320 postsecondary colleges, universities, and independent institutes with programs in art and design. Most schools include studio art, principles of design, computerized design, commercial graphics production, printing techniques, and website design. In addition, students should consider courses in writing, marketing, and business, all of which are useful in helping designers work effectively on project teams.
High school students interested in graphic design should take basic art and design courses in high school, if the courses are available. Many bachelor's degree programs require students to complete a year of basic art and design courses before being admitted to a formal degree program. Some schools require applicants to submit sketches and other examples of their artistic ability.
Many programs provide students with the opportunity to build a professional portfolio of their designs. For many artists, including graphic designers, developing a portfolio—a collection of design ideas that demonstrates their styles and abilities—is essential because employers rely heavily on a designer’s portfolio in deciding whether to hire the individual.
Graphic designers must keep up with new and updated computer graphics and design software, either on their own or through formal software training programs. Professional associations that specialize in graphic design, such as AIGA, offer courses intended to keep the skills of their members up to date.
Other ExperienceGraphic designers often gain their initial experience through internships. It provides aspiring graphic designers an opportunity to work with designers and experience the design process from concept to completion while completing a design program.
Licenses, Certifications, and RegistrationsCertification programs are generally available through software product vendors. Certification in graphic design software can demonstrate a level of competence and may provide a jobseeker with a competitive advantage.
AdvancementExperienced graphic designers may advance to chief designer, art director, or other supervisory positions.
Important QualitiesAnalytical skills. Graphic designers must be able to look at their work from the point of view of their consumers and examine how the designs they develop will be perceived by consumers to ensure they convey the client’s desired message.
Artistic ability. Graphic designers must be able to create designs that are artistically interesting and appealing to clients and consumers. They produce rough illustrations of design ideas, either by hand sketching or by using computer programs.
Communication skills. Graphic designers must communicate with clients, customers, and other designers to ensure that their designs accurately reflect the desired message and effectively express information.
Computer skills. Most graphic designers use specialized graphic design software to prepare their designs.
Creativity. Graphic designers must be able to think of new approaches to communicating ideas to consumers. They develop unique designs that convey a recognizable meaning on behalf of their clients.
Time-management skills. Graphic designers often work on multiple projects at the same time, each with a different deadline.
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Average Length of Employment | |
Art Instructor
3.0 years
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Sacred Art Artist
2.9 years
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Artist
2.6 years
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Art Coordinator
2.6 years
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Teaching Artist
2.5 years
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Artist-In-Residence
2.0 years
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Artist Assistant
1.8 years
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Top Careers Before Artist-In-Residence | |
Artist
17.5%
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Internship
9.6%
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Instructor
7.3%
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Teaching Assistant
6.9%
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Art Instructor
6.8%
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Art Teacher
6.4%
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Teacher
6.0%
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Director
4.5%
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Volunteer
3.7%
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Sales Associate
3.5%
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Assistant
3.4%
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Faculty
2.9%
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Teaching Artist
2.8%
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Substitute Teacher
2.7%
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Studio Assistant
2.7%
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Adjunct Professor
2.6%
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Art Director
2.5%
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Artistic Director
2.4%
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Top Careers After Artist-In-Residence | |
Artist
16.6%
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Instructor
9.8%
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Art Teacher
8.6%
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Art Instructor
7.4%
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Teacher
6.0%
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Teaching Artist
5.7%
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Adjunct Professor
4.4%
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Director
4.4%
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Substitute Teacher
4.2%
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Teaching Assistant
3.7%
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Faculty
3.2%
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Volunteer
3.2%
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Lecturer
3.2%
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Art Director
3.2%
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Adjunct Instructor
2.7%
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Artistic Director
2.7%
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Adjunct Faculty
2.7%
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Internship
2.7%
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Owner
2.5%
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Gender | |
Female 53.9% |
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Male 36.6% |
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Unknown 9.6% |
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Ethnicity | |
White 63.8% |
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Hispanic or Latino 14.7% |
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Black or African American 10.8% |
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Asian 7.1% |
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Unknown 3.7% |
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Foreign Languages Spoken | |
Spanish 44.6% |
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French 20.7% |
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Italian 10.9% |
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German 7.6% |
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Chinese 2.2% |
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Japanese 2.2% |
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Greek 2.2% |
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Mandarin 2.2% |
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Russian 1.1% |
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Irish 1.1% |
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Hebrew 1.1% |
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Gothic 1.1% |
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Kinyarwanda 1.1% |
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Korean 1.1% |
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Cantonese 1.1% |
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Savannah College of Art and Design 11.3% |
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New York University 9.6% |
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School of the Art Institute of Chicago 8.7% |
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Maryland Institute College of Art 8.3% |
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Ohio State University 5.7% |
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Rhode Island School of Design 5.2% |
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School of Visual Arts 4.8% |
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Alfred University 4.3% |
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Lesley University 4.3% |
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Pratt Institute-Main 4.3% |
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Carnegie Mellon University 3.9% |
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Indiana University Bloomington 3.9% |
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Memphis College of Art 3.5% |
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University of Minnesota - Twin Cities 3.5% |
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Florida State University 3.5% |
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Academy of Art University 3.0% |
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Illinois State University 3.0% |
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Temple University 3.0% |
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Kent State University 3.0% |
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Howard University 3.0% |
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Majors | |
Fine Arts 36.7% |
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Music 9.4% |
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Graphic Design 7.2% |
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General Education, Specific Areas 6.8% |
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Photography 5.3% |
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Theatre 4.7% |
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Elementary Education 3.5% |
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Visual And Performing Arts 3.3% |
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Education 3.3% |
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Business 2.6% |
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Dance 2.5% |
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Communication 2.4% |
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Psychology 2.2% |
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Writing 2.2% |
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English 2.0% |
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Liberal Arts 1.8% |
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Rehabilitation Science 1.6% |
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Educational Leadership 0.9% |
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Entertainment Business 0.9% |
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Ethnic, Gender And Minority Studies 0.8% |
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Degrees | |
Bachelors 36.1% |
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Masters 35.6% |
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Other 18.0% |
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Certificate 3.6% |
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Associate 2.9% |
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Doctorate 2.9% |
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Diploma 0.8% |
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License 0.1% |
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