Graphic designers create visual branding, adverts, brochures, magazines, website designs, product packaging and displays.
£16,000 Starter
to£50,000 Experienced
37 to 40 a week
evenings occasionally
You can get into this job through:
You could take a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in:
You'll usually need:
You could take a college course like a Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design or Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Art and Design, and use this to join a company as a design assistant.
You may need:
You could start by doing an advanced apprenticeship in design, specialising in graphics.
You'll usually need:
There's a lot of competition for graphic design work. You'll need a portfolio that shows your creative ideas, skills and work experience to help you get started.
You could join the Chartered Society of Designers and the International Society of Typographical Designers for professional development and to make industry contacts.
You can find out more about careers and training in graphic design from Creative Choices.
You'll need:
Depending on your role, your day-to-day tasks may include:
You could work in a creative studio, in an office or at a client's business.
You could become a senior designer, creative director or move into management.
You could go freelance or start your own design agency.
Another option is to move into teaching or lecturing.