Graphic Design
| What is Graphic Design? | Related Careers |
| Related Skills | Job & Internship Search Links |
| Career Planning Links | Professional Association Links |
| Miscellaneous Links | OSU School of Arts & Communication |
What is Graphic Design?
The mission of the Graphic Design program at Oregon State University is to prepare students to take an influential role in the variety of disciplines that constitute contemporary design practice. We achieve this through individual and collaborative investigations in visual communications, creative problem solving, professional practice, theory, history, culture, and the self. We strive to create an environment that continually motivates human beings to actively engage in exploring, inquiring, and contemplating the world around us.
According to Google, graphic design is "the art or skill of combining text and pictures in advertisements, magazines, or books."
Graphic Design - What Can I Do with This Degree? pdf - lists the industry areas, employers, and strategies for using your degree.
Related Careers
| Advertising Designer | Illustrator |
| Animation Designer | Interactive Designer |
| Art Director | Interior Designer |
| Art Marketing Director | Label Designer |
| Artist | Logo Designer |
| Book Designer | Magazine Designer |
| Book Jacket Designer | Multimedia Designer |
| Book Publisher | Newspaper Designer |
| Brochure/Newsletter Designer | Package Designer |
| Communications Specialist | Photo Editor |
| Copywriter | Printing Worker |
| Crafts & Fine Artist | Production Artist |
| Creative Director | Professor/Teacher |
| Curator | Promotional Display Designer |
| Design Director | Publication Designer |
| Environmental Designer | Publicity Specialist |
| Exhibit Deisgner | Studio Artist |
| Fashion Designer | Type Designer |
| Graphic Designer | Web Designer |
| Identity/Brand Designer | Writer |
Related Skills
| Ability to Turn Ideas into Reality | Creative Eye | Interpretation Skills |
| Basic Art Abilities: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, etc. | Critical Thinking Skills | Knowledge of Art History |
| Communication Skills (Oral & Written) | Graphic Communication Skills | Visualization Skills |
Job & Internship Search Links
USAJobs.gov - check out the Students and Recent Grads section and the Federal Jobs by College Major for a listing of job titles related to your major.
The Art Career Project - You’ll find a breakdown of nearly every type of art and career you can imagine, from the normal to the more obscure. Some of the art careers you’ll find here include graphic design, painting, jewelry design, golf course design, Foley art, and even found art! If you don’t see your passion on our site, contact us and we’ll add it.
Artist Resource - a variety of information on art jobs and employment, as well as supply information and galleries.
Museum Job Resources Online - a source for online job seeking databases surrounding the arts.
Museum Careers - The American Association of Museums provides career information and a great resource for finding jobs.
Visual Artist Information Hotline - offers online resources to facilitate the work of visual artists, with links to jobs in arts and arts management.
Creative Hotlist - graphic and web design.
Graphic Design Jobs and Careers
Artist Resource & Job Listings
Career Planning Links
Occupational Outlook Handbook - the following links also provide a summary of the career, what they do, the work environment, how to become one, the job outlook, similar occupations and contacts for more information.
- Average Pay - Graphic Designers
- Average Pay - Art Directors
- Average Pay - Curators, Museum Technicians and Conservators
- Average Pay - Film and Video Editors and Camera Operators
- Average Pay - Craft and Fine Artists
- Average Pay - Printing Workers
- Average Pay - Advertising, Promotions and Marketing Managers
Artist Resource - a variety of information on art jobs and employment, as well as supply information and galleries.
World Wide Art Resources - a great source for up to date informaiton on contemporary art, art news, art history, contemporary artist and gallery portfolios.
ArtSource - a network of resources for Art and Architecture.
Art History Network - a basic guide for art history knowledge and information.
The Art Career Project - You’ll find a breakdown of nearly every type of art and career you can imagine, from the normal to the more obscure.
Artschools.com - provides career resources and an extensive set of employment links for artists.
Professional Association Links
National Association of Schools of Art and Design
American Institute of Graphic Arts
Society for Environmental Graphic Design
Miscellaneous Links
Opportunities to Get Involved & Gain Experience
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