Skills

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  Creativity
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  Computer Literate
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  Communication
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  Problem Solving
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  Dealing with People
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  Typography
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  Photoshop
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  Illustrator
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  InDesign
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  Multitasking

What should I know?

Create a portfolio of work – Portfolios help prospective employers evaluate a communication designer’s skills and abilities.

Obtain an internship – Universities and colleges allow students to hold an internship at design companies as part of their undergraduate studies. This will help in learning how to integrate client input into the projects.

You should know about how a business works when you are in a design company.

As a communication design, you will need to combine creativity, artistry, business strategy, market research and problem-solving skills. In some instances, communication design also can involve in storytelling, typography and audio.

You should be equipped with technical, creative and professional skills.

Highly motivated, passionate, adaptable and should be always willing to learn.

Is this career suitable for me?

Choose this:-

• If you desire to update yourself in technology.
• If you have the desired skills most importantly communication, multitasking and problem solving.

Do not choose this:-

• If you are unable to inform, inspire and persuade the audience.

Additional Notes

Many of the positions you can apply for with a bachelor’s degree in communication design fall under the umbrella of graphic design.