Graphic Designer
Use computer software to create visual designs that communicate information.
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- What's it like to be a Graphic Designer?
- How to become a Graphic Designer
- Latest Graphic Designer jobs
- Top skills and experience for Graphic Designers
- Graphic Designer role reviews
What's it like to be a Graphic Designer?
Both artists and IT (information technology) professionals, Graphic Designers may work in software development, television and film production, retail and many other industries. Their main job is to visually communicate information mostly using digital tools. Magazine layouts, billboards, product packaging, and websites all feature the work of Graphic Designers. Because their job has become an important part of selling products or services, Graphic Designers can often be found in advertising, marketing and public relations. Graphic Designers can work in-house for an organisation, or may be employed by an agency who provides outsourced services. They also have the option to work as a freelancer.
Tasks and duties
- Studying project briefs and identifying design requirements.
- Researching design ideas in line with project’s goals.
- Picking out typography, colours, style, and other visual elements for the project.
- Mastering design programmes and digital tools.
- Working with the design team including copywriters, editors and art directors.
- Presenting design drafts to superiors, team members and clients.
- Revising work until it is approved by clients.
How to become a Graphic Designer
Aside from being highly creative and visual, Graphic Designers must have a keen understanding of the message their work needs to communicate. This is why design conceptualisation is an important part of their job—something they learn and develop with education and experience.
- Finishing a diploma course or bachelor degree in graphic design and other related fields such as media, advertising, and industrial design provides you with an educational foundation before working as a Graphic Designer. A diploma course takes 2 to 2.5 years to finish, and equips you with skills on concept development and design implementation. Meanwhile, a bachelor degree, which takes 3 to 5 years, also focuses on design principles and concepts.
- The best way to develop your creativity is through constant practice. Because design technology is always evolving, you may upgrade your skills through online classes and seminars. You can also earn professional certifications from software vendors and international universities.
- Be prepared with your portfolio when applying for a job. Aside from your resume, your sample works effectively display your artistic competencies. Your portfolio should include several styles and products such as logos, fonts, and drawings to showcase your diverse skills. This increases your chance to attract more employers.
- Because graphic design has many sub-fields, you may choose to focus on one. Examples of specialisation are package design, brand identity development, broadcast design, multimedia development, and many others.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Graphic Designer employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Adobe Photoshop
Graphic Design
Adobe Indesign
Social Media
Typography
Design Software
Illustration
Websites
Adobe Premiere Pro
Creative Multimedia
Photography
Video Editing
Brand Identity
Visual Communication
Creative Thinking
Packaging
Printing
Colour Theory
Time Management
Motion Graphics
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Latest Graphic Designer reviews
Jul 2025
Treat yourself like RPG games
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Arts (Design Communication)
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationRetail & Consumer Products
The good thingsDo extend your skill tree just like playing video games, don't stuck yourself in the beginner level dungeon.
Career progression always comes with discomfort in trying new job scopes gradually and some...
The challengesThe challenges always comes within the people you're working with, relationships and reputations always matter no matter your job position or title.
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Jun 2023
Stick to what you think is right
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Graphic Design
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationConsulting & Strategy
The good thingsProblem solving and creating beautiful visual. Feeling great when client like your work.
The challengesSome client might not appreciate your work and they cant eexpress their needed
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