Graphic Artist Jobs

A Graphic Artist in the commercial art industry is responsible for creating visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They design the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports. They use computer software or by hand to create the final layout, which typically includes typography, images, and graphics. The Graphic Artist's role also involves collaborating with marketing and sales teams, copywriters, photographers, other designers, and executives to establish a vision and produce designs that tell a story or sell a product.

Some important skills for a Graphic Artist include strong artistic ability, excellent communication skills, ability to work in digital platforms, and commercial awareness. They should have expertise in graphic design software like Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. A degree in graphic design or a related field is generally required, and professional certifications such as Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) can enhance job prospects. Prior roles that could lead to a Graphic Artist position might include Junior Designer, where fundamental design skills are honed; Production Artist, responsible for the technical preparation of designs; or Art Director, overseeing the entire design process and team.

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Brand and Packaging Designer

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Brand and Packaging Designer Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Do you have an eye for design and looking to provide hands-on support for a legendary in-house...

Senior Packaging Designer (New York, NY)

  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Summary Were looking for a Senior Designer to bring our brand to life through impactful, high-quality packaging design across our suite of products. Youre a big-picture thinker and hands-on maker...

Graphic Artist- Proposals

  • Tampa, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 18 hours ago

KCI is among the top engineering firms in the nation, and our 100% employee ownership gives our team a powerful stake in our own future.

Creative Graphic Designer

  • Allakaket, AK
  • 23 hours ago
  • Allakaket, AK
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description: Join our vibrant creative team as a Graphic Designer and bring visual concepts to life! We are looking for a talented designer with a keen eye for aesthetics and strong technical...

Graphic Artist

  • Paterson, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Graphic arts position available in national gift manufacturing company in Paterson, New Jersey...Full time or part time positions available...Need responsible person with positive attitude...Must...

Product Design Graphic Artist

  • Wheeling, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 1 day ago

Product Design Graphic Artist SG360 $45,000 0 $55,000 Annual Salary life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) United States, Illinois, Wheeling 1351 Wheeling Road (Show on map) Jun 11,...

Packaging Designer (Hybrid)

  • Framingham, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 1 day ago

Location: Framingham, MassachusettsJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $27 - 30 per hourWe are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Packaging Specialist to join our team. In this role, you...

Graphic Artist Nf3

  • Havelock, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Havelock, NC
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for designing format and layout, creating professional sings, posters, banners, coupons, tickets, certificates, decorative artwork, using desktop publishing computer design programs...

Graphic Artist

  • Manor, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Manor, TX
  • 2 days ago

Position Responsibilities: Oversee the technical process of loading, converting, troubleshooting, and optimizing artwork for print production to ensure high-quality output, as the Graphic Designer...

Designer-Packaging/Graphics

  • Kearney, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 2 days ago

Org Marketing Statement Position Summary POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the packaging and identification of Engine Mobile Aftermarket product and all private branded products as requested from...

Editorial Graphic Artist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: Create graphics of all kinds and prepare photos that inform and engage Investors Business Daily customers and other readers, both in print and on the web. Duties & Responsibilities:...

Senior Graphic Artist

  • Doral, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Doral, FL
  • 3 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Graphic Artist to join our team in Stafford, VA....

Graphic Design Artist

  • Sedalia, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Sedalia, MO
  • 3 days ago

Graphic Design Artist Office Location: Sedalia, Missouri Responsible for design, layout, typesetting and impositioning of commercial printing and internal brand products. Responsibilities: Design...

Packaging Designer

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

Nulo is looking for a passionate packaging designer to join the companys team in Austin, TX. As a packaging designer, youll build inspiring creative packaging output that reinforces the core...

Journeyman Graphic Artist

  • Doral, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Doral, FL
  • 4 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Journeyman Graphic Artist to join our team. This position will be located onsite in Stafford, VA....

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Salary for Graphic Artist Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Graphic Artists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.8%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
Some College
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Graphic Artists
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%



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