About This Career Path
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
A Day In The Life
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications Industry
Salary Breakdown
Graphic Designers
Average
$56,090
ANNUAL
$26.97
HOURLY
Entry Level
$35,930
ANNUAL
$17.27
HOURLY
Mid Level
$49,110
ANNUAL
$23.61
HOURLY
Expert Level
$84,140
ANNUAL
$40.45
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Graphic Designers
4,710
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Graphic Designers
Job Titles
Entry Level
JOB TITLE
Designer
Mid Level
JOB TITLE
Senior Designer
Expert Level
JOB TITLE
Art Director
Supporting Programs
Graphic Designers
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
University of Phoenix
Associate's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
In Person
Arizona State University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Central Arizona College
Associate's Degree
In Person
Central Arizona College
Associate's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Master's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Master's Degree
In Person
Top Expected Tasks
Graphic Designers
01
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
02
Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
03
Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
04
Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.
05
Use computer software to generate new images.
06
Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.
07
Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.
08
Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes.
09
Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
10
Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Graphic Designers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Design
KNOWLEDGE
Communications and Media
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Fine Arts
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Learning
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Originality
ABILITY
Fluency of Ideas
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
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