Career questions tagged graphic-design
How Does Someone with a Degree in Visual Communications Build Up their Clientele?
I am looking into applying for a degree in visual communications at a nearby community college this fall. I would like to use this knowledge to become a graphic designer. But what do I do after I graduate?
What is the likelyhood that i will get a job in graphic design within 1 year after graduation?
As an incoming college freshman, I would like some insight into my potential career prospects post graduation. If there is significant difficulty finding jobs, I would like to know ahead of time to be able to plan accordingly.
How do you know what your rates should be when you start out as a freelancer in the graphic design field #Spring25?
Let's say I wanted to freelance instead of working for a company. What should be a good rate to start at? Also, how would I get my work out there? Is social media the only way, or are there other ways as well?
How does one come to be a graphic designer for multiple different industries such as fashion, food, and streaming?
I want to become a graphic designer, but I want to do graphics for a number of things like movie posters and package design. I just want to know if it is possible to do multiple media types in one career.
What do you think will happen to traditional artists in the art and marketing world since artificial intelligence seems to be taking over Do you think art will be totally eliminated or do you think people will still be fond of working with a real person??
College student who is attending West Chester University and is interested in completing a major in Graphic and Interactive design which would work with logos, brands, websites, ad, etc.
Are graphic designers freelance or are there businesses that hire them?
Do they work for a specific company? Are they more successful freelance? What does a day in the life of a graphic designer look like exactly and how do they manage to get assignments done efficently?
What are specific actions and/or skills to acquire that could make getting a job as a graphic designer easier post college graduation?
I am currently a 17 year old high school senior whom is about to graduate by the end of May. I am very passionate about Graphic Design and want to continue with it after high school, however I am concerned whether I will stand out enough to employers to find a job after college. I have been certified in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere Pro and have been a part of my school's video production team for the last 2 years as well as communications club for all 4 years.
What is the best way to network as an aspiring graphic designer?
Which organizations or events in NYC are best for meeting other designers?
What kind of laptop should I buy for college?
I'm majoring in studio art with an emphasis on illustration, as we all do graphic design. My minor is in art therapy, and I'm also taking gen-ed classes. I'll be attending Minnesota State University Moorhead this coming fall as a freshman.
How much will the graphic design field me impacted by the rise of AI? #Spring25?
As AI becomes more used throughout the corporate world, what is the suspected impact of AI image creation on our field?
For graphic designers, what exactly propelled you to take the job?
Just curious as to what exactly made you want to take this job. A family member or a friend, or just because of a hobby? Just curious.
Graphic Designers: How hard exactly is your job?
As an amateur artist wanting to pursue a career in graphic design, I was just wondering how hard or easy the job really is.
What skills or tips are good to know prior to pursuing degrees in Graphic Design and Illustration? #Spring25
My goal is to work in the film and video game industry so it would be good to know from those who are educated what employers look for.
What is it like getting work as a graphic designer And what type of work is normally done? #Spring25?
I am a collage student looking into working in the graphic design field and i would love to know what its like to look for a job and what the work can entail
What are the best tips for finding a company that best fits you and allows you to be creative in the architecture field?
I'm a senior in high school, looking to study and pursue a career in architecture and would like some tips so I can become as successful as possible. Whether I need to move to a bigger city or first get an internship , I would like all the advice that I can get.
I am planning to double major in graphic design and digital marking. Will AI technology limit my future job prospects? I am passionate about my career choice but don't want to make a mistake and then have a hard time finding a job because companies are using AI.
Thank you for your advice.
What careers similar to graphic design can I pursue?
I am a sophomore in high school and was initially pursuing a career in graphic design but I may not be satisfied with the salary of working solely on graphic design. What other careers similar to graphic design or requires graphic designing skills may better suit me that has higher salary on average? I've heard marketing or ux design may be better options
How can I get into the field of technical artistry for product design and media production? What training and type of portfolio do I need?
I would like to understand what training is needed and to better understand how I can get into the field of technical artistry for video games, films, industrial design. What tools are needed and how can I build a portfolio and career.
What are some tips in finding internships or organisations to work with? #spring25
I am an animation student who will soon graduate. I want to know tips that relates to the work style or typical day of an artist/animator/designer. I want to know the challenges I may come across in the future. (Not sure what organisations to start with as a beginner, I haven't been admiring any.)
How do you break into the commercial photography industry with no previous professional experience?
I have a bachelor of fine arts with a major in photography. I previously have only photographed people, for example, weddings, and portraiture. I have five years experience as a photo retoucher at a major jewelry corporation. I am currently working on a portfolio of product images.
Opportunities/Advice for Junior Illustrators?
I'm really lost on how to get any opportunities as an illustrator with very little experience. It seems I can't find a place where they'd take a junior illustrator without job experience that's remote, cause in my country there are like no opportunities at all for illustrator. Before I got my degree my professor's would often say how it's a bit hard but there were jobs out there for us. These days I wonder why did I have to choose a career that has so little employability in my country. I seem to always be making poor choices for my professional future. Any advice would be appreciated or if you know a place that's hiring illustrators with no experience, please let me know. I'm also thinking about trying to apply for graphic design internships since it's kind of similar, but obviously not the same...
How Can I Get an H-1B Visa to Work in the US as a Graphic Designer or Driver? ?
I currently live in Togo and would like to move to the United States to work as a graphic designer or a driver. I have skills in both areas, but I am not sure how to apply for a work visa, specifically the H-1B visa. **Note: This is a submitted anonymous question
How do you get started in the field of Graphic Design?
Hello! I am currently studying Mathematics with a minor in Graphic Design. I have been applying to internships all around, including for Graphic Design! How does one stand out for an internship?
pros and cons of being a graphic designer
I need to know some real pros and cons of being a graphic designer for a research project. Perhaps it involves some common problems that you struggle with.
Life Guidance: What do I do Where do I go? (Sports/Creative/Business).?
I am a freshman in college going down the route of graduating with some sort of Business degree. I have found myself to be a creative person from a young age, which I’m not sure a business major fits. I loved drawing, designing, and coming up with ideas. I still do, it is just that TENNIS has become an addiction for the past few years. However, I no longer have a tennis team to participate in which drives me nuts. With this information, I know I would love to be a part of the sports industry. I find the roles of management, marketing, designing, fashion, and coaching to be interesting careers. I also wouldn’t mind being a part of entertainment (concerts, film sets, etc.). I'm just unsure of where to go after understanding these things about myself.
Where to start learning motion design?
I am in my first year of a school that focuses on design but until we start to learn actual designing is 3 years from now. I have taken an interest in design for a long time now even though I am not sure if its what I really want to do, but just being interested wont get me anywhere. I really need to start learning now because i need a talent and perhaps a good future. Thanks to my school, i already own every Adobe programm out there so the platform will be no problem i suppose. Yet, I don't know where or how to start. Can someone experienced give me some advice? Every answer is appreciated, thank you.
What is the best payed and free apps for digital art animation or just art in general?
I have little to no experience btw
What do I need to do to become a successful digital artist?
I am currently in a position where I can not go to college, because of an undiagnosed learning disability. I also have some physical disabilities that limit my mobility, and keep me bedridden most of the day. I on the other hand am very confident in my ability to develop my artistic skills. I am teaching myself blender, from modeling to animation. I have done some graphic design projects, and I am good at digital art in general. I need to learn how to market my skills when I don't have a piece of paper that says I am good at something, nor official job experience.
How do I find a job in the graphic design field ?
I have applied to almost 100 jobs and haven't even gotten an interview. 99% of jobs I apply to don't even give me a response they completely ignore my application. I have a portfolio, I graduated a 16 week program with a certificate in graphic design. It just seems impossible.