Arts, Media & Humanities

Graphic Designer

Creates visual designs for brands, adverts, social media, books, websites, and public communication.

4key subjects
5skills to build
3pathway stages
Pathway roadmap

How to move toward this career

01
Arts/ICT subjects

Start here while still in secondary school.

02
design training

Keep evidence of learning, practice, projects, placements, or mentorship.

03
portfolio development

Keep evidence of learning, practice, projects, placements, or mentorship.

Action plan

What to do next

1

Check subjects

Compare your current subjects with the required subjects listed above.

2

Build evidence

Create projects, volunteer, join clubs, or collect examples that show your skills.

3

Ask questions

Book a guidance appointment and discuss subject combinations and training routes.

4

Review matches

Compare this option with related careers before making a final decision.

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