graphic designer Verified

Work setting

• Graphic design firm

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians
• Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
• Adapt existing illustrations
• Assist in developing storyboards for electronic productions such as multimedia, interactive and digital products and television advertising and productions
• Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
• Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
• Co-ordinate sub-contracting
• Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials
• Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
• Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides
• Copywrite
• Process files and paperwork

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Adobe Freehand
• InDesign
• Adobe Suite
• Social Media
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Acrobat Reader

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Creativity