Electronic Career

PortfolioBy:Riya Gogri

I am...o Born and raised in New Jersey

o A sophomore in John P. Stevens High School

About Me I’m ...

o currently taking printmaking and design class as an elective

o a Gold member of FBLA

o a Senior Girl Scout where I learn leadership skills and volunteer to help the community

o an A-B honor roll student

Career Choice:Graphic Designer o I like to express myself through forms of art - from paintings to dancing.

o Graphic design is very competitive field, but I’m up for the challenge.

o Graphic design aligns with my interests an ability.

What is Graphic Design?o Graphic Design is creating a visually appealing design by working with images and

texts.

o The visually appealing design should convey a message.

Examples that uses Graphic Design:

● Brochures

● Logos

● Advertisements

● Websites

Skills Essential for Graphic Designero Creativity

o Typography

o Multimedia Design Software

o Color Theory

o Web Design

o Organization

o Print design

Education for Graphic Designo A graphic designer typically needs an Associate Degree or a Bachelor’s degree

which can be earned at specialty art schools and traditional universities.

o Internship experience can be helpful.

o I’m determined to achieve the education needed to become a graphic designer.

Salaryo Median pay $43,000 per year

o Salary can go up to $70,000 per year

Job Outlooko Overall employment of graphic designers is expected to stay steady till the year 2024

○ Graphic Designers in print and publication is expected to decline by 35% through the year 2024

○ Graphic Designers in computer system design and related service is expected to rise 21% through the year 2024

o Graphic Designers are projected to face competition for available positions

o Prospects will be better for applicants who works with different medias

After Getting a DegreeI can do many things after getting the graphic design degree.

I can...

● Work with advertising agencies

● Work with other large media companies

● Work with website design companies

● Start a Graphic Design services business

Some of my artwork...

Resume

Sources:http://www.theartcareerproject.com/put-your-creativity-to-work-become-a-graphic-designer/70/

http://www.skilledup.com/articles/8-essential-skills-every-graphic-designer

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/graphic-designers.htm

http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Graphic_Artist_%2F_Designer/Salary