Gage Bona Block 3B by Gage Bona https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df Graphic Designer en-us 2023-10-18 16:41:39 UTC 2023-10-24 14:19:41 UTC hello@padlet.com 1. Job Description and Responsibilities gbona24 https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753056943 Graphic designer create and/or design things like packaging, displays, or logos to meet commercial or promotional need. A typical day includes meeting with clients, or art director to determine the scope of a project.]]> 2023-10-18 16:43:01 UTC https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753056943 2. Working Conditions gbona24 https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753058660 Graphic designers usually work inside in studios where they have access to various equipment like computers, drafting tablets and certain software used for graphic design. They mostly work with a design team. Most graphic designers work the regular 40 hour work week, but it can depend on the company. Some companies allow for part time work.]]> 2023-10-18 16:43:54 UTC https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753058660 3. Local Earnings and Benefits gbona24 https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753059325 In Pennsylvania the average salary on the low end is around $32,000, but it can reach up $86,000. Most common benefits for graphic designer include 401(k), dentals insurance, disability insurance and the ability of having a flexible schedule.]]> 2023-10-18 16:44:17 UTC https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753059325 4. Employment Trends gbona24 https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753059659 There are around 9000 people currently employed as graphic designers in the state of Pennsylvania.]]> 2023-10-18 16:44:28 UTC https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753059659 5. Qualifications gbona24 https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753059945 To become a graphic designer you need to have a bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field. You should also have a portfolio to demonstrate your creativity and originality. Classes you can take in highschool are things like photoshop, digital fine art, and web design, etc.]]> 2023-10-18 16:44:38 UTC https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753059945 6. Educational Institutions gbona24 https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753060395 Some good post-secondary school for graphic design in Pennsylvania are the University of the Arts, Drexel University, Moore College of Art and Design, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design and Marywood University.]]> 2023-10-18 16:44:52 UTC https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753060395 7. Job Benefits and Job Drawbacks gbona24 https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753061056 2 benefits of being a graphic designer are having the possibility to work remotely and having stable work hours. A draw back is having limited promotional possibilities.]]> 2023-10-18 16:45:14 UTC https://padlet.com/gbona24/xywadu7duv8ti6df/wish/2753061056