Graphic Designer in San Diego, CA

Graphic Designer Job Description

Graphic designers develop visuals used in a variety of creative projects, including ads, brochures, corporate identity, packaging, presentations, promotional displays, signage and websites. They also oversee the design, layout and formatting of these materials. Candidates must possess a strong sense of concept development in addition to communication, collaboration, research, problem-solving and presentation skills. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is required. Web design skills are a plus, as is knowledge of typography, color and production. The ability and willingness to quickly adapt to new technologies is also valued.

Typical graphic designer duties:

Developing, designing and producing graphic art that satisfies a creative brief

Working with creative staff to formulate and pitch concepts to clients

Meeting tight deadlines and staying within budget

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Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Creative Cloud

Templates

Design controls?

Graphic Design

Logo Design

Pint

Websites

Salary for Graphic Designer in San Diego, CA

62730 - 95940

25th percentile

62730

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

81180

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

95940

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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75th percentile

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68880

85793

107318

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72263

90405

103935

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66420

80565

98708

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62423

75338

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56888

74723

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53813

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89175

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63653

75030

83640

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57195

61500

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