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Graphic Designer

OSCA 242332·ANZSCO 232411

Employed

27,000

Part-time share

37.2%

Female share

60%

Median age

37 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Graphic Designer is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Graphic Design and Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design.

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About this career

Plans, designs, develops and prepares visual content for publication using text, symbols, pictures, colours and layout to achieve commercial and communication needs using traditional and digital tools, with particular emphasis on tailoring the message for the intended audience.

What they typically do

  • Consults with clients to determine their graphic design requirements
  • Develops and collaborates on design concepts, and presents them to clients for approval
  • Selects appropriate colours, images and fonts to enhance the visual appeal of designs
  • Creates and manipulates designs for visual elements, such as logos, illustrations and graphics, using traditional and digital tools
  • Collaborates with other team members, such as Copywriters and Web Developers, to ensure cohesive design solutions
  • Prepares final designs for print or digital publication, reproduction and release

Where they work

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
36.2%
VIC
30%
QLD
17%
WA
7.3%
SA
5.7%
ACT
2%
TAS
1.4%
NT
0.3%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Graphic Designer.