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; Co-ordinate sub-contracting

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Work Samples Example of completed work

Work Setting Real estate company

Additional Skills

Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Illustrator; Adobe Photoshop; InDesign; MS Office; Social Media

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Education Bachelor's degreeor equivalent experience

Languages English