Graphic designer, Kaihoahoa whakairoiro
Also known as
- Graphic artist, digital designer, mac operator, visual communication designer
Graphic designers create artwork, graphics and layouts for printed or electronic media.
Duration
2:26 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$58K to $93K
Most common
$123K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Graphic designers
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
- usually work in offices and design studios, and may travel locally
- need to be creative, accurate and work well under pressure
Tasks
- design layouts for print publications
- design layout of art or product exhibits, displays, or promotional materials
- confer with clients to determine needs
- create computer-generated graphics or animation
- review art or design materials
- collaborate with others to develop or refine designs
- maintain records, documents, or other files
- draw detailed or technical illustrations
- research new technologies
- operate still or video cameras or related equipment
Creative
Practical
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
Interest quiz,
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Do the quizYou usually need a qualification to become a graphic designer and experience may be useful.
You may need
- a relevant tertiary qualification in graphics and design studies or similar area
- examples of your work
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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