Is a Career as a Graphic Designers Right for You?

Graphic Designers at a Glance

O*NET-SOC Code

27-1024.00

Holland Code

ACE

Typical Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

What Does a Graphic Designers Do?

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.

• Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.
• Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.
• Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
• Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.
• Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.

Salary and Job Outlook

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How to Become a Graphic Designers

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

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