Occupation

242332 Graphic Designer

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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2024, Version 1.0

242332 Graphic Designer

Plans, designs, develops and prepares visual content for publication using text, symbols, pictures, colours and layout to achieve commercial and communication needs using traditional and digital tools, with particular emphasis on tailoring the message for the intended audience.

Alternative title

  • Graphic Artist

Specialisations

  • Creative Director (Graphic Design)
  • Exhibition Designer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Consults with clients to determine their graphic design requirements
  • Develops and collaborates on design concepts, and presents them to clients for approval
  • Selects appropriate colours, images and fonts to enhance the visual appeal of designs
  • Creates and manipulates designs for visual elements, such as logos, illustrations and graphics, using traditional and digital tools
  • Collaborates with other team members, such as Copywriters and Web Developers, to ensure cohesive design solutions
  • Prepares final designs for print or digital publication, reproduction and release