8 Must Have Graphic Design Skills in Today’s Market
by Douglas Farrick -
1. Adobe Photoshop
The ability to use and understand the basics of pixel based photo manipulation. The best Photoshop experts are constantly learning and experimenting through online tutorials, books and seminars. This is the grand daddy of them all. Make it a goal to spend X amount of time each week learning a new technique.
Test: Can you do complex selections via the selection tool? Are you accomplished with layers? Do you understand how to use adjustment layers, masks and channels? Can you remove blemishes, “scratches” and color correct
2. Adobe Illustrator
The ability to use and understand…
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Besides the actual technical skills, training, and education required for a successful graphic design career, let’s investigate the personal attributes for success.
1) Motivation and ambition. First and foremost, you must have motivation and ambition to start your graphic design business. If you have a passion for your work and are truly motivated to succeed, then this makes all the difference in the world. A “can do” attitude and the ability to turn motivation and ambition into real work is key to your success.
2) Excellent communication skills. As a graphic designer, you must communicate directly with your clients –…
