A designer in the arts will find themselves covering various fields, with some of the most popular roles including art directors, graphic designers, and graphic artists. At all times, a creative eye must be kept open and fresh ideas should be produced.
Designers are responsible for the conceptualization and design of applications such as books, magazines, film titling, and interfaces?overlooking every step of the development of a project, from conception to completion. In arts such as TV, movies, and theatre, a designer will be responsible for creating sets and keeping regular contact with key players such as producers. This means that an ability to handle pressure and alter or completely change work at the drop of a hat is necessary.
In order to get a start in the design industry, a related degree is usually required to catch the eye of potential employers, with basic salaries at entry level such as C
$10,000. High median salaries of C
$60,000 among designers with years of experience make the profession attractive, however.