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Graphic Artist / Variable Data
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What they do
A Graphic Designer works with text and images to create design for printed material or web sites. Develops visual designs, such as a logo, that establish an identity or brand for an organization, business or campaign; uses design skills to improve the visual impact of advertising messages, reports, books or websites. May produce documents and printed materials using desktop publishing software and equipment. May work for a publishing company or provide printed business or marketing material for business clients.
$55,540 / year median in Mississippi
-12% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Create eye-catching graphics and engaging designs
- Handle graphic projects from start to finish
- Develop and maintain image library files
- Coordinate with outside agencies and services as needed
- Submit rough layouts for project approval
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design
- Previous experience in graphic design and variable data
- Knowledge of InDesign, PhotoShop, Illustrator and Acrobat
- Possess graphic design portfolio
- Deadline and detail oriented