Graphic Designer

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians
• Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
• Adapt existing illustrations
• Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
• Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations
• Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
• Co-ordinate sub-contracting
• Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Adobe Freehand
• Adobe Suite
• MS Office
• Adobe Illustrator
• HTML
• XHTML

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Initiative
• Team player