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  Title Not by design
  Author Amber Schadewald
  Publisher '' Minnesota Daily ''
  Date 2007-05-03
  Accessdate 2007-05-05
  Quote In the most basic sense, a graphic designer communicates information in a visually pleasing form


Sometimes, a graphic designer produces a piece purely from inspiration for self-satisfaction, or entertainment, but many work in the industry for clients who often wish to promote, advertise or publicise a certain topic or product.


QUALIFICATIONS

While many graphic designers obtain certificates and degrees in college or credited trade schools, a degree is not always considered essential for all graphic design positions. Usually the graphic designer's experience and number of years in the business are heavily weighted in this field. A good Portfolio to prove talent is usually required and built through the career. A portfolio is always shown at job interviews.


PORTFOLIO

The graphic designer's portfolio in the past fifty years was usually a black book or large binder in which samples of the artist best printed pieces were carried to show prospective clients or employers. Over the past 20 years, portfolios have become increasingly digitized, and may be entirely digitized and available on the internet, CD or DVD.


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