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What to Expect from a Career in Graphic Design

Graphic Designers

Use this report to find out what to expect from a career in graphic design.

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Significant Points

Among the five design occupations, graphic designers are expected to have the most new jobs through 2014; however, job seekers are expected to face keen competition for available positions.

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Graphic designers with Web site design and animation experience will have the best opportunities.

A bachelor’s degree is required for most entry-level positions; however, an associate degree may be sufficient for technical positions.

About 3 out of 10 designers are self-employed; many do freelance work in addition to holding a salaried job in design or in another occupation.

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