Illustrator Specific Skills

Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs; Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations

Graphic Designer Specific Skills

Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials; Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication; Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives; 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

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Tight deadlines

Technical or Specialized Editing Flyers or brochures

Work Setting Clothing store; Printing shop

Area of Specialization Prints and drawings

Additional Skills

Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations; Adapt existing illustrations

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Illustrator; MS Office; SketchUp; Adobe Suite

Area of Work Experience Designing

Equipment and Machinery Experience Screen printing machines

Specific Skills

Design and layout pages; Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met; Mix paint, blend and match colors

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English