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Basma · 31st December 2007

Entry requirements

Any design-based course will give you a good grounding and knowledge of design/art history, printing techniques, etc.

Entry without a degree is sometimes possible, as job offers are based on the standard of portfolio work and not educational qualification.

Pre-entry experience is desirable and work or placement experience is extremely useful, especially if you have a reference to support it. Gaining experience of a live project during your work experience will be the most valuable.

Potential candidates will need to show evidence of the following:

• accuracy, attention to detail and analytical skills;
• enthusiasm;
• self-discipline;
• flexibility;
• patience;
• excellent communication skills to interpret and negotiate a brief with a client;
• good presentation skills and the confidence to explain and sell ideas to clients and colleagues;
• time-management and the ability to multi-task;
• the ability to work as a member of a team in a competitive culture.

You will need to have a clear strategy in your job-search and a highly professional approach. You should have a business card, a CV detailing your skills, experience and interests, and a structured portfolio of work relevant to the job/employer, which takes into account their products. It is important that your CV demonstrates your artistic flair; many designers now develop their CV as a website. It is advisable to leave your best work at the back of the portfolio, as it is invariably these pages that are left open during an interview.

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Basma Administrator Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 89	cont. Graphic designer: Job description and requirements Entry requirements Any design-based course will give you a good grounding and knowledge of design/art history, printing techniques, etc. Entry without a degree is sometimes possible, as job offers are based on the standard of portfolio work and not educational qualification. Pre-entry experience is desirable and work or placement experience is extremely useful, especially if you have a reference to support it. Gaining experience of a live project during your work experience will be the most valuable. Potential candidates will need to show evidence of the following: • accuracy, attention to detail and analytical skills; • enthusiasm; • self-discipline; • flexibility; • patience; • excellent communication skills to interpret and negotiate a brief with a client; • good presentation skills and the confidence to explain and sell ideas to clients and colleagues; • time-management and the ability to multi-task; • the ability to work as a member of a team in a competitive culture. You will need to have a clear strategy in your job-search and a highly professional approach. You should have a business card, a CV detailing your skills, experience and interests, and a structured portfolio of work relevant to the job/employer, which takes into account their products. It is important that your CV demonstrates your artistic flair; many designers now develop their CV as a website. It is advisable to leave your best work at the back of the portfolio, as it is invariably these pages that are left open during an interview.