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Graphic designers, also called graphic artists, create effective and visually aesthetic designs, layouts and corporate communication strategies for clients. Graphic designers can be full-time employees who work regular hours at a company or they can work on a contract basis as consultants and freelance designers. A designer can be employed by small and large companies; printing and publishing services; or advertising and design firms. They may also work for magazines and newspapers.
Graphic Design Schools in Colorado
To become a graphic artist, formal education is required to enter the profession--you'll need to earn a bachelor's degree in graphic design from a college or university. Associate degrees and certifications are also available, but these graduates usually qualify as assistants to graphic designers or for positions that require technical skills only. As a graphic design student, you'll learn principles of design, printing techniques, commercial graphics production and website design. Many graphic artists may find it helpful to take additional courses in writing, psychology, marketing, foreign languages and business. Creativity, communication and problem solving skills are also important; as is the ability to work under pressure. Earning an online or traditional degree from one of the many graphic design schools in Colorado is a great way to start your career as a graphic artist.
Graphic Designer Salaries in Colorado
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the demand for graphic designers should increase and employment is expected to grow 13 percent between 2008 and 2018. Many new interactive media jobs will be created, making designers with website design and animation expertise more favorable. There are more than 3,600 graphic designers in the state of Colorado. Earning your degree from one of the many Colorado graphic design schools can help you become one of them. BLS data shows that as of May 2009, Colorado graphic designers earned a median salary of $42,570 a year. In addition, the 10th percentile earned a median salary of $26,700 per year while the 90th percentile earned $67,600 per year. The Denver-Aurora area, Colorado Springs and Boulder have the most graphic designers, whereas, those in Boulder, the Denver-Aurora area and Grand Junction earned the highest annual median salary.
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Schools for Graphic Designers in Colorado are listed below.
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DeVry University
Colorado Springs, Denver South, Westminster
Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.
The Art Institutes
Denver
The Art Institutes (AI) provides programs that stimulate the minds of its students with programs in design, the arts, game programming, culinary cuisine, and fashion.
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, Denver, Greenwood Village
With forty years of experience preparing students for their careers, CTU now offers certificates, and degrees from associate’s through master’s and doctorate.
CollegeAmerica
Colorado Springs, Denver, Fort Collins
For the past 40+ years, CollegeAmerica has provided education to students looking to jump start their careers in a particular field. Classes form monthly and admission is open.
ITT Technical Institute
Thornton
With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.
| School | Locations | Degrees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeVry University Online | Online | Bachelor | |
| AIU Online | Online | Associate, Bachelor | |
| The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division | Online | Associate, Bachelor, Diploma | |
| Ashworth College | Online | Diploma | |
| Herzing College | Online | Associate, Bachelor |
| School Name | Campus | Highest Award | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aims Community College | Greeley | Associate | 4,588 |
| Arapahoe Community College | Littleton | Associate | 6,538 |
| Colorado Mountain College | Glenwood Springs | Associate | 5,206 |
| Community College of Denver | Denver | Associate | 8,359 |
| Front Range Community College | Westminster | Associate | 15,270 |
| Mesa State College | Grand Junction | Masters | 6,199 |
| Morgan Community College | Fort Morgan | Associate | 1,748 |
| Pikes Peak Community College | Colorado Springs | Associate | 11,407 |
| Pueblo Community College | Pueblo | Associate | 5,063 |
| Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design | Denver | Bachelor | 498 |
| Trinidad State Junior College | Trinidad | Associate | 1,760 |
| University of Denver | Denver | Doctorate & First Professional | 11,053 |
The map below shows job statistics for the career type by metro area, for Colorado. A table below the map shows job popularity and salaries across the state.
Listed below are metro areas ranked by the popularity of jobs for Graphic Designers relative to the population of the city, as of 2008. Salary data was obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
A Relative Popularity of 1.0 means that the city has an average number of the particular job, for its population, compared to the rest of the US. Higher numbers mean proportionally more jobs of that type.| Metro Area | Jobs | Salary (2008) | Relative Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
COLORADO | |||
| Boulder | 390 | $49,660 | 1.5 |
| Fort Collins | 200 | $38,500 | 1.1 |
| Denver | 1,890 | $45,620 | 0.9 |
| Colorado Springs | 360 | $42,020 | 0.9 |
| Pueblo | 50 | $35,350 | 0.6 |
| Grand Junction | 40 | $41,130 | 0.5 |
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