Graphic design

duties

• Advise clients on strategies to reach a certain audience
• Develop graphics for product illustrations, logos and websites 
• Create images that convey a certain message or idea
• Combine art and technology to communicate ideas creatively 
• Determine color, layout, text and graphics

ENVIRONMENT

• Modern
• Open Space = Collaboration
• Studio
• Schedule is often varied

REquirements

• Bachelor's degree 
• Expansive portfolio
• Updated software

Qualities

• Analytical Skills
• Artistic Ability
• Creativity
• Communication Skills
• Computer Skills

Outlook/pay

• Lowest 10%: Under $26,250
• Median: $44,150
• Top 10%: Over $77,490
• Job growth of 7%

Similar jobs

• Advertising/Marketing Manager
• Industrial Designer
• Art Director
• Mutlimedia Artist

Sources

• Occupational Outlook Handbook
• Onetonline.org
• AIGA