GraduateSmart
GraduateSmart
$140K/yr
Average Salary
4 years
Years of Education
+4%
Job Growth
135K+
Total Jobs
Oversee the visual style of magazines, newspapers, product packaging, movie sets, and advertising campaigns. Lead creative teams and translate concepts into compelling visuals.
$68K
Starting
$140K
Average
$211K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design
Typically 4 years
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Entry-level positions and internships
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Field
Arts & Communications
Required Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Time in School
4 years
Job Demand
10-Year Job Growth
+4%
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Pay range
$68K–$211K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
+4%
projected 2024–2034
Number of jobs
135K
in 2024
Slower than average
Below-average demand growth expected. Projected to grow from 135K to 140K jobs by 2034.
Typical duties
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Direct match. Median $111,040; 4% growth. 135,000 jobs (most self-employed); ~12,300 openings/year.