Illustrator Specific Skills

Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations

Graphic Designer Specific Skills

Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication; Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements; Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides; Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers; Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials; Co-ordinate sub-contracting

Personal Suitability Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Work Samples Portfolio; Design sample

Additional Skills

Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations; Work in a multidisciplinary environment; Adapt existing illustrations

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Illustrator; PageMaker; Linux; InDesign; MS Office; Adobe Suite; Social Media; WordPress; Adobe Freehand

Experience 5 years or more

Education Master's degree

Languages English