According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the number of graphic design jobs is expected to increase at around the average rate through 2014, while demand for graphic designers with a bachelor's degree and/or Web site design experience is expected to be higher.

Where Will the New Graphic Design Jobs Be?

Although the need for graphic designers should increase over the next six or seven years, there are some areas in which the number of new jobs is expected to be particularly high. These include

• Web site design
• television
• video
• interactive media (the Web, video games, and cellphones)

As a result, employers are likely to be looking for employees who have good computer software skills, animation know-how, and of Web design experience.

What Qualifications/Training do Graphic Designers Need?

At present, you'll need at least a bachelor's degree to be considered for most entry-level graphic design jobs. If you're interested in a graphic design career why not earn an online degree? Associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in graphic design are all available online.

An online program means that you can study for your degree when and where it suits you. Course material is available to you over the Internet, so you can access it whenever you want. Communication with your teachers and fellow students passes through conferencing software, online discussion and email.

Source

U.S. Department of Labor Statistics

About the Author

Jane Smallman runs a mountain guiding business with her husband. After working for the hotel industry in France, Holland, the US and the UK, she worked in a number of UK not-for-profit organizations, including the International Planned Parenthood Federation. She holds a degree in Social Sciences through distance learning with the Open University, as well as a Masters Degree in Social and Political Thought from the University of Sussex.

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