Job Description
As a graphic designer you'll need to listen to clients and understand their needs before making design decisions.
You’ll work on a variety of products and activities, such as websites, advertising, books, magazines, posters, computer games, and product packaging.
You'll work to a brief agreed with the client, creative director or account manager and will develop creative ideas and concepts. The appropriate media and style has to be chosen to meet the client's objectives.
The work demands creative flair, up-to-date knowledge of industry software and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.
Job Specification
Apart from technical and drawing skills, you will need to show:
- Passion and enthusiasm for design, with a creative flair;
- A flexible approach when working in a team;
- Excellent communication skills in order to interpret and negotiate briefs with clients;
- Good presentation skills and the confidence to explain and sell ideas to clients and colleagues;
- Time management skills and the ability to cope with several projects at a time;
- Accuracy and attention to detail when finalising designs;
- Being open to feedback and willing to make changes to your designs;
- Effective networking skills to build contacts.
Relevant subjects for graphic design work include those that involve visual arts.
- 3D design;
- Communication design;
- Film/television;
- Fine art;
- Graphic design;
- Illustration;
- Photography;
- Visual art.