OCCUPATION THESAURUS

GRAPHIC DESIGNER



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HELPFUL TIP:

There’s probably a good reason why your character chose their career. Think about how certain talents and skills, a dominant positive or negative trait, or even an emotional wound might have influenced this decision. And once they're on the job, don't forget about the many work-related conflict scenarios you can throw at them to create tension and add complications.
OVERVIEW:
Graphic designers create physical or digital concepts to inform, inspire, and attract potential customers. They aim to make their clients memorable and prominent through the use of carefully selected layouts, fonts, colors, shapes, animation, logos, and other design elements. Their projects may include brochures, websites, packaging, social media material, advertisements, book covers, magazines, and more.

While some are employed by design agencies, others work in-house for a company or freelance on their own. A graphic designer going solo will also need to be versed in business practices and know how to market themselves to bring in sales.

NECESSARY TRAINING:
A four-year degree in graphic design or a related field is typically necessary. Ongoing training in the field is expected for the designer to stay current with software, trends, and new marketing media.

USEFUL SKILLS, TALENTS, OR ABILITIES:
A KNACK FOR MAKING MONEY, CREATIVITY, DETAIL-ORIENTED, EXCEPTIONAL MEMORY, GOOD LISTENING SKILLS, HAGGLING, MULTITASKING, NETWORKING, OUT-OF-THE-BOX THINKING, PROMOTION, STRATEGIC THINKING, WRITING

HELPFUL POSITIVE TRAITS:
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HELPFUL NEGATIVE TRAITS:
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EMOTIONAL WOUNDS THAT MAY HAVE FACTORED INTO THIS OCCUPATION CHOICE:
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SOURCES OF FRICTION:
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PEOPLE THEY MIGHT INTERACT WITH:
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HOW THIS OCCUPATION MIGHT IMPACT ONE'S BASIC NEEDS:
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TWISTING THE STEREOTYPE:
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REASONS THE CHARACTER MAY HAVE BEEN DRAWN TO THIS PROFESSION:
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