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; 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; Client focus

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Work Setting

Graphic design firm; Advertising, marketing and public relations agency

Additional Skills

Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations; Work in a multidisciplinary environment; Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians; Adapt existing illustrations

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Languages English