Graphic Design Basics

Specialized skill: Experience with web or program development and design

• Visual identity designer

• Marketing designers

• User interface designers

• Publication designers

Specialized skill: Knowledgeable in principles of readability and information architecture

• Visual identity designer

• Marketing designers

• User interface designers

• Publication designers

Specialized skill: Able to complete market and consumer research

• Visual identity designer

• Marketing designers

• User interface designers

• Publication designers

Specialized skill: Possess strong layout and presentation skills

• Visual identity designer

• Marketing designers

• User interface designers

• Publication designers

Specialized skill: Possess skills in sociology, communication and physics

• Packaging designers

• Motion designers

• Environmental designers

Specialized skill: Understand basic animation principles along with coding and web development knowledge

• Packaging designers

• Motion designers

• Environmental designers

Specialized skill: Possess a solid understanding of manufacturing processes

• Packaging designers

• Motion designers

• Environmental designers

According to the presentation, which of the following is the best way to determine the correct workplace for a new designer?

• College classes

• Job fairs

• Internships

• Graduate school

Which of the following is a true statement?

• Most design careers are very similar, with very little variety within opportunities

• There are many options in design careers, with a diversity of design project types and workplace environments

What is the recommended resolution for printed graphics?

• 72 PPI

• 160 PPI

• 300 PPI

• 470 PPI