Roles and missions of the Graphic Designer
Graphic Designers are professionals who work to produce creative visuals and designs for their clients. They are responsible for the conception and implementation of creative projects for products, services and brands. Here's a list of the main duties and responsibilities of a Graphic Designer:
Develop creative concepts for their clients' projects.
Create unique, value-added designs that meet customer standards and requirements.
Present design ideas to clients and colleagues for feedback and approval.
Use design and graphics software to create quality designs.
Research ideas and trends admired by customers.
Make changes to original designs based on customer feedback and requirements.
Prepare files for printing and layout according to customer standards and specifications.
Keep up to date on new trends and technologies related to graphic design.
Demonstrate a collaborative spirit by working with other artists and design professionals to complete projects.
Collaborate with marketing teams to ensure designs meet advertising objectives.
Graphic Designer Salary and Career Development
Salaries for graphic designers vary considerably according to experience level and region. In France, the average gross annual salary for a graphic designer is between €24,000 and €35,000. Salaries can also vary according to employer and responsibilities. Here's a bulleted list of changes in the gross annual salary of a graphic designer according to years of experience:
0 to 2 years: 24,000 to 30,000 euros
2 to 5 years: 28,000 to 34,000 euros
5 to 10 years: 32,000 to 37,000 euros
10 to 15 years: 36,000 to 44,000 euros
Over 15 years: 40,000 to 50,000 euros
A graphic designer has a wide range of career development possibilities. In addition to graphic design, the following professions offer interesting prospects:
Art director
Creative director
UX/UI designer
Community manager
Digital project manager