Graphic Artist Jobs

A Graphic Artist in the commercial art industry is responsible for creating visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They design the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports. They use computer software or by hand to create the final layout, which typically includes typography, images, and graphics. The Graphic Artist's role also involves collaborating with marketing and sales teams, copywriters, photographers, other designers, and executives to establish a vision and produce designs that tell a story or sell a product.

Some important skills for a Graphic Artist include strong artistic ability, excellent communication skills, ability to work in digital platforms, and commercial awareness. They should have expertise in graphic design software like Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. A degree in graphic design or a related field is generally required, and professional certifications such as Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) can enhance job prospects. Prior roles that could lead to a Graphic Artist position might include Junior Designer, where fundamental design skills are honed; Production Artist, responsible for the technical preparation of designs; or Art Director, overseeing the entire design process and team.

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Graphic Artist

  • Duluth, GA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Duluth, GA
  • 4 hours ago

Graphic Artist – Marketing Eclipse Gaming Systems is an award-winning company that develops best in class slot games for the Native American gaming market....

Packaging Designer - JF20-182543931

  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago

The ideal candidates will be responsible for designing innovative packaging solutions that align with client's brand identity, ensuring high-quality production files and mechanicals....

Packaging Designer (JF20-182543933)

  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago

The ideal candidates will be responsible for designing innovative packaging solutions that align with client's brand identity, ensuring high-quality production files and mechanicals....

Graphic Design Artist

  • Sedalia, MO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sedalia, MO
  • 15 hours ago

Graphic Design Artist Location: Sedalia, Missouri Responsible for design, layout, typesetting and impositioning of commercial printing and internal brand products. Responsibilities: Design and...

Celtic Graphic artist first fun PAID project 12x12

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Celtic Graphic artist first fun PAID project 12x12 (Los Angeles) image 1 of 5 compensation: Reasonable job fee to be negotiated Hi Looking to hire a graphic artist immediately This will be for a Celtic...

Part-Time Graphic Artist

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Summary: We are looking for a talented Part-Time Graphic Artist to join our creative team!...

Packaging Designer

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago

The right candidate must be able to design and manage packaging and labels within an established brand identity, while being able to think creatively to extend and elevate the brand in relevant, meaningful...

Marketing Graphic Designer

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

About Us: EquiTrust Life Insurance Company is a national carrier of competitive, client-friendly annuity products sold through a variety of distribution channels, including more than 20,000...

Web Developer/Graphic Artist- Success Education Colleges - West Covina

  • West Covina, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • West Covina, CA
  • 4 days ago

Web Developer/Graphic Artist- Success Education Colleges - West Covina Job Details Job Location Campus Support Center - West Covina, CA Job Category Marketing Description...

Graphic Artist

  • Lexington, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, MA
  • 4 days ago

The Graphic Artist will be responsible for communicating visually using text and images to present information....

Creative Packaging Designer

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago

You will specialize in designing hang tags, labels, boxes, and store signage that captivate our target customers while reinforcing brand identity....

Part-Time Graphic Artist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

part-time graphic artist compensation: $35 an hour established contemporary clothing line. needs help with graphic design for tees and website weekly our website is kxclothing,com. $35 an hour. one...

Graphic Artist II

  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 days ago

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its...

Senior Graphic Artist

  • Plano, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 5 days ago

Cheil Dallas/CYLNDR Senior Graphic Artist Reports To: Head of CYLNDR About Us Cheil Worldwide is the 11th-largest creative agency in the world....

Remote Work

Senior Packaging Designer

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 6 days ago

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.  Its our heritage and its also our future. Because we dont just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and...

Graphic Artist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Graphic Design Essentials
Acquire the essential skills to become a working Graphic Designer from the basics of color theory to presenting a project to a client. This online course from LaSalle College Vancouver will...
Introduction to Graphic Design
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Calculus for Beginners and Artists
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Salary for Graphic Artist Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Graphic Artists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.8%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
Some College
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Graphic Artists
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


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