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Avg. salary range
$60k–$71k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
7
working days
About this career
A graphic designer is a creative professional who specializes in crafting visual elements that communicate messages, evoke emotions, and enhance user experiences across various mediums. They play a pivotal role in shaping the aesthetics and overall look of products, websites, applications, branding materials, marketing campaigns, and more. Graphic designers possess a keen eye for design principles such as composition, color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy. They combine artistic sensibilities with technical skills to create visually appealing and functional designs. Collaborating closely with clients, stakeholders, and other members of a creative team, visual designers translate concepts and ideas into tangible visual assets.
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Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Computer Skills
Can you easily learn to use new programs or applications? Are you able to quickly find necessary files or information? Can you fix minor computer related issues?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Education & Training
Bachelor's Degree
A bachelor's is a post-secondary undergraduate degree. Historically, the term “college degree” meant a bachelor's or traditional four-year degree. Bachelor's degrees usually take between four and six years to complete.
Compensation
North Central
Washington
Low
$48,900
Average
$68,500
High
$79,800
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
7 on · 2 off per cycle
Schedules can vary widely or become sporadic depending on the employer, project content, or deadlines. A 40-50 hour work week is most common.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$66,533
Overall Rank
129th
out of 199 careers
In Arts & Communication
4th
out of 7 careers
Salary distribution
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