Graphic Designers
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
19 tasks analyzed
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.
Use computer software to generate new images.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type. | - | - | - |
| Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design. | - | - | - |
| Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts. | - | - | - |
| Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites. | - | - | - |
| Use computer software to generate new images. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$61,300
per year
Mean Wage
$68,610
per year
Employment
214K
workers
Wage Range
$37,600 - $103,030
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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