Average salary
National Statistic
Change Location
$25,000 - $75,000
GRAPHIC DESIGNER: I'm Doing What I Love
About this video
Lucia shares her story working as a graphic designer. She shares what a typical day looks like for her and talks about why she got involved in this field. She also provides advice for those working in this industry.
Degree: Graphic Design
Job Title: Graphic Designer
Job Summary: Graphic Designers
Job Description
Graphic designers combine art and technology to communicate ideas through images and the layout of web screens and printed pages. They may use a variety of design elements to achieve artistic or decorative effects. They develop the overall layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.
On-the-Job Training
None
Additional Info
In 2010, about 29 percent of graphic designers were self-employed. Graphic designers who are self-employed may need to adjust their workday to meet with clients in the evenings or on weekends. In addition, they may spend some of their time looking for new projects or competing with other designers for contracts.
Quick Facts
Projected Job Growth
10 to 20 percent
Typical schedule
Full-time, Flexible
Typical workplace
Office, Indoor, Home
Personal Qualities
Detail oriented, Creativity, Teamwork, ArtisticEducational Path
Education Requirement
Bachelor's degree
Recommended Education Degree
Bachelor's degree
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