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
$50K
Lower
$59K to $95K
Most common
$127K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-3 years
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
- create artwork, graphics and layouts
- create specific drawings and plans
- use computer software to model designs
- create digital designs and animations
- discuss designs with clients
- work with others to develop and improve designs
- adapt designs for different formats and situations
- give clients quotes and invoices
- operate camera equipment
Creative
Practical
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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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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