Occupation information for Graphic Designers District Of Columbia

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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.

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Currently Employed: 1,580

Projected Annual Job Openings: 150

Typical Hourly Wage: $32.83 - $48.99

Typical Annual Salary: $68,290 - $101,890

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.
  • Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.
  • Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
  • Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.
  • Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
  • Use computer software to generate new images.
  • Prepare digital files for printing.
  • Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
  • Research the target audience of projects.
  • Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital cameras
  • Laser printers
  • Notebook computers
  • Personal computers

Technology:
  • Computer aided design CAD software
  • Desktop publishing software
  • Graphics or photo imaging software
  • Video creation and editing software
  • Web platform development software
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