This document summarizes jobs in creative media such as graphics design. Graphics designers can earn between £14,000 to £65,000 depending on their experience. The work involves 37 hours per week but more hours may be needed to meet deadlines. Designers work mostly independently but some teamwork is required for meetings and collaborating to finish projects. A degree is not required but can increase chances of getting a job. Relevant skills include creativity, communication, presentation, time management, and accepting feedback. Graphics designers are employed by companies to design advertisements and branding. Employers include publishers, design firms, magazines, and computer game companies. Recruitment is done through job postings, trade publications, online, referrals,

1. Jobs in Creative Media
Job Title A Graphics Designer Needs to Have Creative Flair And
able To have up to date knowledge Of the Technical
Side of graphics design
Contracts, conditions and pay They can make Between 14-65 Depending on their
experience and there track record and recommendations
There working condition are 37hrs a week But more hours
become necessary as the deadline approaches also may
include early hours to finish the project this profession also
include little team work Team meeting and arrangement to
finish things may be necessary but mainly work alone on
different things
Skills and qualifications Having theses degrees will increase your chances but are
not Necessary for the job
graphic design;
illustration;
3D design;
fine art;
visual art
photography
film/television;
Communication design.
Any Graphic bases course will give you a good standing
To take off Into Other Qualifications/degrees
Transferable Skills passion, enthusiasm, and creative flair;
a flexible approach when working in a team;
patience;
excellent communication skills in order to interpret
and negotiate briefs with clients;
good presentation skills and the confidence to explain
and sell ideas to clients and colleagues;
time management skills and the ability to cope with
several projects at a time;
accuracy and attention to detail;
being open to feedback and willing to make changes
to your designs;
Effective networking skills to build contacts.
Methods of recruitment Graphics designer are usually employed to do Adverts and
give an identity to the company
Other employers include publishers, design groups,
magazines, multimedia companies, local government,

2. computer games companies, television and the packaging
industry.national press; trade press; internet; word of
mouth; personal contacts; internal
promotion