Are you considering becoming a Graphic Designer? Here is some information to help point you in the right direction:
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Graphic designers put together words and pictures to inform, communicate or persuade. A graphic designer designs art and copy layouts for visual presentations. They use a variety of print, electronic and film media to meet their clients' needs. Most use computer software to generate new images.
Graphic designers might design:
- CD-ROM pages
- Websites
- company letterheads and logos
- brochures
- advertising posters
Academic training leading to a bachelor’s degree in art or design has almost become a necessity. Although formal training is not strictly necessary, it is very difficult to become skilled enough to make a living without some training. Employers and colleges also need to see a portfolio of work.
Courses leading to qualifications in design are widely available at universities and art colleges throughout the UK. It is possible to move into graphics from other types of art and design courses.
Other relevant qualifications include City and Guilds Graphic Design; Production Skills; and Desktop Publishing. Professional Development Award (PDA) diplomas in graphic design are available in Scotland.
Graphic Designers will typically need to have a working knowledge of software packages such as Quark Xpress, Photoshop, Freehand, Illustrator, 3D Studio Max Dreamweaver and Flash.
There are postgraduate degrees and diplomas in specialised areas of graphic
design and related subjects. Entry is usually with a first degree.