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Basic Information

Graphic designers are people that contribute to things that you see everyday

○ By producing illustrations, logos, and customizing websites, they make a living

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How to become a G.D.

To become a graphic designer, you need the following:

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, or something similar

Basic art coursesINDIVIDUALITY AND CREATIVITY ARE KEY.

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Doing the job Around 24% of all graphic designers work independently

○ Most, however, work for companies

When designing, you will need access to:Drafting TablesComputersSoftware you need to create the design. Ex. Photoshop

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Employment

The common employment of graphic designers is expected to grow at nearly a 7% rate within the next 10 years

○ The average income per year for graphic designers is $44,150.

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Even though graphic designers don’t make as much money as others, like software developers, it is still a very creative job where you get to be yourself.

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