1. Graphic Designer Occupation PowerPoint Created by The University of North Texas in partnership with the Texas Education Agency

2. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 2 What They Do… Graphic designers meet with clients to discuss layout design. They determine size and arrangement of material and select style, color, and text. They use computer software to generate images, graphs, charts, diagrams, and illustrations. They review, mark up, and assemble final layouts to prepare for printing.

3. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 3 Knowledge… Graphic designers need knowledge of electronic equipment and computer software. They need knowledge of media communication techniques. They need knowledge of design principles and technical blueprints. They need knowledge of marketing strategies for products.

4. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 4 Skills… Graphic designers must be skilled in time management. They must be skilled in listening and communicating with others. They must be creative thinkers and critical problem-solvers. They must be able to interact proficiently with computers.

5. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 5 Tools They Use… Graphic designers use computers. They use a variety of graphics and computer software applications. They use computer animation and programming packages.

6. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 6 Working Conditions… Graphic designers employed by large companies work regular hours in well-lit, comfortable settings. Designers employed by smaller firms may work in smaller, more congested environments. Designers who freelance usually work evenings and weekends in their own offices or studios.

7. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 7 Training Required… Most positions require a 4-year bachelor’s of fine arts degree in graphic design. Entry-level technical positions require a 2- year associate degree. On-the-job training for 1 to 3 years is required to advance to higher positions. Experience in marketing and business management is also helpful.

8. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 8 Who They Work For … Companies with a product or idea to sell Advertising agencies Web developers Textbook publishers Entertainment industry Newspapers and magazines Department of Public Safety

9. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. 9 Income… Average wages for graphic designers range from $19 to $25 per hour. Average income is approximately $42,000 per year. Projected growth for the next 10 years is estimated at 10%-20%.