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  • Early Code logo

    Graphic Designer

    Early CodeAbuja, Nigeria23 July

    We provide coding skills in a way you can quickly learn and apply them. Code your own logical operations, design and develop applications and websites.Job ...

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  • Blowfish Hotel logo

    Graphic Designer / Motion Designer

    Blowfish HotelLagos, Abuja, Nigeria12 July

    In the heart of Victoria Island, The Blowfish Hotel introduces the world to you. A showcase of forward-thinking and bold design. One of the decidedly-modern ...

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  • Dowins Globalink Limited logo

    Brand Graphic Designer

    Dowins Globalink Limi..Abuja, Nigeria09 July

    Dowins is an undemand design, printing and packaging company which has been under continual research and development in branding and packaging, graphic design ...

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  • Triplonia logo

    Digital Marketer and Graphic Designer

    TriploniaAbuja, Nigeria03 July

    Triplonia is a leading travel company in Africa located in Nigeria, we are here to help make your trip easier and fun. Our platform also help travel ...

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  • Bex-IT Digital Solutions logo

    Experienced Graphic Designer

    Bex-IT Digital Soluti..Abuja, Nigeria28 May

    Bex-IT is a cutting-edge digital solutions provider. We bring our clients' digital ideas to life by offering premium Website & Mobile application development ...

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  • Pearls Learning Hub logo

    Graphic Designer

    Pearls Learning HubAbuja, Nigeria02 May

    Pearls Learning Hub was built as a residence to give first-class treatment to all our prospective clients with flexible and technologically-advanced learning ...

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  • Primed E Health logo

    Graphic Designer

    Primed E HealthLagos, Abuja, Nigeria26 April

    Since 2018, Primed E-Health has provided end-to-end E-healthcare solutions to digitize clinics and hospitals using our user-friendly and adaptable technology ...

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  • Plan International logo

    Consultant Graphic Designer & Editor /Proof Reader

    Plan InternationalAbuja, Other, Nigeria23 April

    Plan International was founded over 75 years ago with a mission to promote and protect the rights of children. The organisation was set up by British ...

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  • Media Insight logo

    Graphic Designer

    Media InsightAbuja, Nigeria22 April

    Media Insight is a full-service integrated marketing communications company based in Abuja the capital city of Nigeria. With several years of experience in the ...

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  • Pearls Learning Hub logo

    Editor / Cinematographer / Graphic Designer

    Pearls Learning HubAbuja, Nigeria19 April

    Pearls Learning Hub was built as a residence to give first-class treatment to all our prospective clients with flexible and technologically-advanced learning ...

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  • SAO Group logo

    Graphic Designer

    SAO GroupAbuja, Nigeria17 April

    AO Group is one of Africa’s leading Social Impact Investment and Advisory firm seeking to create positive economic impact and long-term value for private ...

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  • Pinpoint logo

    Graphic Designer

    PinpointAbuja, Nigeria09 April

    We are a creative brand consultancy into design,branding and packaging. We’ve been collaborating with leading organizations to solve brand and business ...

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  • Eden Solutions and Resources logo

    Graphic Designer

    Eden Solutions and Re..Abuja, Nigeria02 April

    Eden Solutions & Resources Ltd is a human resource management company that provides its client with best practice business management solutions. Registered ...

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  • Woodgate Structure Limited logo

    Digital Sales Person / Graphic Designer

    Woodgate Structure Li..Abuja, Nigeria15 March

    Woodgate Structure Limited is a Human Resource Management and Business Structuring Company, with a mindset Structured towards Sincerity of Purpose, ...

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  • Miva Open University logo

    Graphic Designer

    Miva Open UniversityAbuja, Nigeria22 February

    Miva Open University is a Pan-African Open Distance e-Learning University that is committed to enabling learners reach their maximum potential by delivering ...

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  • Tempkers Limited logo

    Graphic Designer / Video Editor

    Tempkers LimitedAbuja, Nigeria14 February

    Tempkers is a tech-outsourcing and freelance community that takes a human centered design thinking approach to bring employers and skilled workers together ...

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Who is a graphics designer?

A graphic designer creates visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers. They work in a variety of industries, including advertising, marketing, and publishing, and use their skills to create logos, brochures, websites, packaging, and other promotional materials. Graphic designers are responsible for creating visually appealing designs that communicate a specific message or concept to the intended audience. They must also have an understanding of the latest design trends and software, as well as an ability to work collaboratively with other designers and clients.

The role of a graphic designer is essential in the creation of a brand image and the promotion of a company's products or services. They are responsible for creating designs that are not only visually appealing but also effectively communicate the intended message. Graphic designers must have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. They must also have a good understanding of colour theory, typography, and layout design to ensure that the final product is both aesthetically pleasing and functional.

What does a graphics designer do?

  • Study design briefs and determine requirements

  • Advise clients on strategies to engage target audiences

  • Identify the best ways to illustrate and communicate clients’ vision while complying with design best practices

  • Create designs using illustration, photo editing and layout software

  • Select colors, images, typography and layout for communication materials, including websites, logos, signs, books, magazine covers, annual reports, advertisements, and social media posts

  • Illustrating concepts by designing rough drafts of art arrangement, font size, and style, and submitting for approval

  • Produce drafts for client review and make revisions based on feedback received

  • Collaborate with clients, Art Directors, and creative team members such as marketing, sales, and business operations, throughout the various phases of a project to determine project scope and deliverables

  • Use digital graphic design software to create graphic images and design layouts that communicate company messaging and achieve artistic or decorative effects, including a selection of colors, images, and fonts

  • Communicate designs and concepts to clients or Art Directors before incorporating their recommended changes into revised designs

  • Testing graphics across various media

  • Amending designs based on client and stakeholder feedback

  • Ensuring final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand

  • Review final graphic designs for errors before publishing

  • Keep up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies

Skills needed for a graphics designer 

  • Audience targeting helps to identify and analyse who the design is intended to appeal to and why. 

  • Colour theory is a series of rules and guidelines to apply to the work to create aesthetically pleasing visuals. This involves choosing an appropriate colour palette for a project and understanding how people perceive colour in various situations.

  • Communication skills help to communicate, actively listen, problem-solve, and understand what clients and stakeholders need when collaborating on a project. 

  • Computer-aided design (CAD) software helps to create complex two- and three-dimensional designs. Some computer software programs used in graphic design include Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Paintshop Pro, and Corel Graphics Suite.

  • Computerised sketching gives creative flexibility that sketching and colouring by hand cannot offer. Sketching software also allows to implementation of changes to a design quickly.

  • Layout helps to effectively manipulate the visual space of a print page or screen to attract readers or visitors.

  • Typeface design helps to tell appropriate, pleasing, and easy-to-read stories using the right font and typeface categories.

  • Website development gives the knowledge to design on various content management platforms. Although it may only sometimes be necessary, understanding multiple programming languages, such as HTML and CSS, can go far.

Common Roles for a Graphics Designer 

  1. Creative Director

  2. Art Director

  3. Art Production Manager

  4. Package Designer

  5. Brand Identity Developer

  6. Visual Image Developer

  7. Visual Journalist

  8. Broadcast Designer

  9. Logo Designer

  10. Interface Designer

  11. Web Designer

  12. Multimedia Developer Content Developer