A Computer Graphic/Layout Artist's Job

Graphic design is all around us. When it's good, it has a way of feeling organic, like a natural part of our surroundings. However, if you take a moment to notice design in the objects around you, you'll see that someone put thought into making them both functional and appealing. A quick survey of almost any room, city block or town square will reveal several examples of graphic designers' work.

Professionals in graphic design jobs influence how we perceive the world using colors, illustrations, photos and fonts. We can see exceptional examples in every book or magazine, go to a coffee shop, or take a drive. From company logos, to road signs, to product packaging, design is an integral part of modern life. Even celebrations like birthdays, debuts, weddings, and even election process, exceptional designs are showcased in tarpaulins, button pins, business cards, balloons, mugs, shirts, party favors, etc

You must be able to brainstorm and mock up design ideas, present ideas to clients, meet with clients and adjust designs to fit their needs or taste, projecting budgets and schedules, using computer software to execute designs and also to be able to apply new progressive ways upon working on the designs, working with others, such as printers, programmers, developers or other technicians, to complete the final product.

Skills such as Artistic Sensibility, Technical Skill, Communication Ability, Organization, Problem Solving Ability,

If you have a good eye for color and composition, a love of technology, and skill in communicating ideas, a graphic design job will allow you to combine all of these elements in your work. A career in this field may be just right for you.