Graphic Artist (Print Materials)

Print

Work Tasks

• Design book jackets, posters, compact disc covers, logos for companies, pamphlets, and many other print materials
• Use computers to make designs
• May design Internet Web pages
• Print the final designs for customers
• Many are self-employed or work for advertisers, publishers, stores, or the government
• Use computers, printouts, disks, and things for which they make designs

Salary, Size & Growth

• $55,000 average per year ($26.50 per hour)
• A large occupation (221,900 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (1.3% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: A 4-year degree in graphic design, art, fine art, illustration or a related field
• Skills/Courses: College courses include computer design and visual communication. Students learn how to assemble their own portfolio, a collection of computer-generated or printed samples of the artist's best work.