Finding a job
There are many different areas within the graphic design sector and work can be varied. You could get involved in advertising design, event or product branding, or delivering imaginative solutions that generate sales; so some thought as to which area(s) you are particularly interested in will help you to target your job search.
On this page you will find employers to consider in the industry, key job search resources, information about going freelance and top tips to secure employment in the graphic design sector!
Employers who recruit graphic designers
- Museums
- Local authorities
- Schools, and colleges
- Advertising and public relations agencies
- Design consultancies
- Book, magazine and newspaper publishers
- Brand agencies
- Multimedia companies
- Television and broadcasting companies
- In-house graphic design services of major national and international organisations and companies
Where to find opportunities
Kickstart your job search in graphic design with the below resources:
Useful social media feeds
Check out the following social media feeds for news and information about current projects and to tap into the hidden jobs market.
Going freelance
If you're considering working on a freelance basis or starting your own business, our Student Start Up team is on hand to offer support, guidance and resources to you for up to five years after graduation. Working for yourself can be a difficult undertaking, but can offer the creative freedom to create your own brand or produce your own projects. Find more information on our Student Start Up team webpage.
Other resources to explore include:
- Freelance Toolkit – Provides useful information, advice and resources about working as a freelancer.
- Crunch – Provides UK freelance advice with free downloadable beginners business guides.
- Freelance – Global crowdsourcing marketplace, which allows potential employers to post jobs that freelancers can then bid to complete.
Top tips for finding a job in graphic design
- Keep up to date with graphic design news and trends by following the professional bodies on Twitter, this information might help you identify opportunities to network and tap into the hidden jobs market.
- Keep your online job search flexible as some employers might use different titles to describe the same job role.
- If you are keen to focus on a specific sector within graphic design check out the specialist websites for these areas for current vacancies.
- Most companies have a X (Twitter) and/or Facebook account, follow them as this is often a place where new opportunities are posted and where you can keep in touch with their current activities.
