Graphic Designer
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.
At a Glance
Graphic Designer earns an average of $53,515/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.3–4.1 years. Top skills: Graphic Design, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop.
$53,515/yr
Bachelor's degree
3.3–4.1 years
40
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Graphic Designers
Median Wage
$61,300/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+2.1%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Graphic Design
Marketing
Adobe Creative Suite
Typography
Animations
Visual Composition
Illustration
Photography
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
Brochures
Common Skills (16)
Communication
Presentations
Detail Oriented
Microsoft Office
Self-Starter
Management
Multitasking
Leadership
Research
Ability To Meet Deadlines
Sales
Coordinating
Enthusiasm
Self-Motivation
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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