Your mind just works differently. You’ve always known it, you just never understood what it meant. That is until now. In a world focused on facts and figures, the input of creative minds is becoming increasingly valued. So if you’ve ever held a mild interest in becoming a graphic designer, now may be the perfect time to explore this career option. Here’s more information.

Money: That’s what I want
We all want to follow our passion, but financial stability can at times be the last hurdle that may discourage you from pursuing your dreams. Why? Because at the end of the day, money makes the world go ‘round, and if your desired career can’t support your lifestyle, then you’re inclined to look elsewhere. That won’t be the case with graphic design.

Architectural, engineering, and related services $42,740
Specialized design services $41,620
Advertising and related services $40,010
Printing and related support activities $32,830
Newspaper, periodical, book and directory publishers $32,390
(CNN Money)


Types of Employers
So who hires graphic design specialists anyway? The companies are wide-ranging, which increases the likelihood of your being hired.

Graphic Design Firms
Printing Services
Web-based Companies
Government Agencies
Advertising Agencies
Entertainment Industry
Newspapers and Magazines
Retail Companies
Transportation Industry (Airlines, Automobile, etc.)
Nonprofit Organizations
Self-employed Business Owner


Education is the Key
Now that you’ve got the framework to begin a successful career in the world of graphic design, your next step is to get the proper education. Below are a few of the schools capable of providing the necessary foundation to help you accomplish your goal.

Atlanta
American Intercontinental University – Buckhead
www.buckhead.aiuniv.edu

Atlanta Area Technical School
www.atlantatech.org

Chicago
Chicago State University
www.csu.edu

Malcolm X College of Chicago
www.malcolmx.ccc.edu

Kendall College
www.kendall.edu

New York
The Art Institute of New York City
www.artinstitutes.edu/newyork/

Los Angeles
California State University – Los Angeles
www.calstatela.edu

Houston
Houston Community College System
www.hccs.cc.tx.us

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