Summary Illustrator And Graphic Designer near Edmonton (AB)
Find key facts and figures about working as an illustrator and graphic designer. The following information is applicable to all Graphic designers and illustrators (NOC 5241).
Description
Graphic designers conceptualize and produce graphic art and visual materials to effectively communicate information for publications, advertising, films, packaging, posters, signs and interactive media such as Web sites and CDs. They are employed by advertising and graphic design firms, by establishments with advertising or communications departments and by multimedia production companies, or they may be self-employed. Graphic designers who are also supervisors, project managers or consultants are included in this unit group. Illustrators conceptualize and create illustrations to represent information through images. They are almost solely self-employed.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
College education or apprenticeship training usually required
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Wages
$27.00/hour
Median wage in the Edmonton Region
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Prospects
Fair
The job prospects are fair in the Edmonton Region
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Jobs
13 jobs
advertised near Edmonton (AB)
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Skills
- Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides
- Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials
- Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication
- Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
- Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers
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