Graphic Communications Careers

A graphic designer uses visual elements to communicate messages through print and electronic media. Designers may design magazines and newspapers, websites, packaging, promotional displays and marketing materials.

The following are positions or titles held by Graphic Communication program graduates.

• advertising designer
• art director
• brand identity designer
• creative director
• freelance designer
• illustrator
• layout artist
• logo designer
• multimedia designer
• package designer
• photo editing / Photoshop artist
• pre-press technician
• publication designer
• web designer

Placement

Starting Wages: $25,000 - $39,500 per year*

*Source: Iowa Workforce Development

Employers

The following is a partial list of employers who have hired or employ program graduates.