Graphic design, also known as visual communication design, uses "visual" as a way of communication and expression, creating and combining symbols, pictures and text in a variety of ways. Make a visual representation that conveys an idea or message. Graphic designers may use professional skills in typography, visual arts, page layout, computer software, etc. to achieve the purpose of the creative plan. Graphic design can usually refer to the process of making (designing), as well as the final finished product.

Common uses of graphic design include logos (trademarks and branding), publications (magazines, newspapers and books), print advertising, posters, billboards, website graphic elements, logos and product packaging. For example, product packaging may include a logo or other artwork, organized text, and pure design elements such as consistent images, shapes, sizes, and colors. Composition is one of the most important characteristics of graphic design, especially when the product uses pre-existing materials or a fusion of multiple elements.

Learning methods

1. Understand the history of graphic design

2. Experience the operation of photoshop.

3． Master the use of illustrator, CorelDRAW, pagemaker, indesign and other software.

4． Train, train, train.

5． Learn to enjoy learning.

6． Learn to summarize and learn to innovate.

7. If you usually browse the Internet and find good web pages or materials, you should collect them

8. There is a certain basis for inspiration and triggering of design, and it all comes from accumulation.

9. The process of learning is a process of experience

10. Never believe that you have done your best

Of course, becoming an excellent graphic designer requires mastering many related practical applications, such as talking skills and so on. The way of design lies in the heart, and inspiration is a kind of perception of life

In fact, we can also clearly see that with the continuous development of the times, media communication needs to be real-time, interactive, and personalized. Convey information through color, text, graphics, and form. Convey concepts and commercial promotion purposes. Therefore, design talents are becoming more and more important. It is no exaggeration to say that almost all industries need graphic design talents. Advertising companies, design companies, printing companies, art design teaching, news and publishing units, etc., all of these require certain designers. Do you think such a market is not widespread yet?

In fact, you can look at the prices of graphic designers on recruitment websites. In super first-tier cities in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen, the average monthly salary of graphic designers can reach 8,000. Not to mention those senior designers.

So in general, the employment prospects of graphic designers are very good. If you have a certain foundation, your career development in the later period is still very good.