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Graphic designer

Graphic designers create visual concepts for brands, media and products. Foundation in art and design at GCSE and A-level, a graphic design degree or apprenticeship, and a strong portfolio are essential. Agency juniors and in-house roles follow internships. Pay is on the official designer profile.

Stages

  1. 1

    GCSE choices

    Art and design or media subjects.

  2. 2

    A-level or equivalent

    Art and design or graphic communication.

  3. 3

    University or degree apprenticeship

    Graphic design BA or level 4 creative apprenticeship.

  4. 4

    Work experience

    Freelance logos for societies, posters, or digital illustrations.

  5. 5

    Internships and insight

    Design agency placements when advertised.

  6. 6

    Graduate schemes

    Junior designer roles or graduate studio programmes.

  7. 7

    First role

    Junior graphic designer.

Entry requirements

Portfolio and relevant qualification. Software skills are tested at interview.

Prospects

Salary range

See source.

Prospects
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Questions

Freelance or employed?

Many start employed to build a network; freelance comes with experience.

Where do entry requirements come from?

Prospects publishes the baseline for this role. Always confirm on the live page before you apply.

Does Navigait list every vacancy for this path?

No. We surface live posts from public employer boards. If a scheme is closed, the board stays empty rather than showing invented roles.

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