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A graphic designer, or graphic artist, creates layouts, designs, promotional displays and other visual solutions to help their clients communicate information. 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. Graphic designers 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 Wisconsin
A bachelor's degree in graphic design is typically required for most graphic design positions and is offered at many colleges and universities as well as private design schools. Many schools require students to complete a year of basic art and design courses before enrolling in a bachelor's degree program. Coursework in graphic design may include studio art, website design, commercial graphics production, computer artwork and drawing. To be an even more effective designer, you can take additional courses in art history, business, psychology, writing, marketing and cultural studies. However, formal education is not the only thing you'll need--graphic designers must also be creative, have an eye for detail and excellent communication and problem solving skills. Wisconsin graphic design schools offer both online and traditional campus-based programs to give you the education and skills you need to become a graphic artist.
Graphic Designer Salaries in Wisconsin
As the demand for graphic designers continues to increase, employment should grow 13 percent between 2008 and 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Those with animation and website design experience will be in the greatest demand. There are 4,570 graphic designers in the state of Wisconsin. Earning your degree from one of the many Wisconsin graphic design schools can help you become one of them. BLS data shows that as of May 2009, Wisconsin graphic designers earned a median salary of $39,220 a year. The 10th percentile earned a median salary of $25,190 annually, while the 90th percentile earned $64,690 a year. Opportunities for graphic designers can be found statewide, although they are most common in the Milwaukee metropolitan area, Madison and Green Bay.
Below is a list of graphic design schools in Wisconsin to help you start you career as a graphic artist.
Schools for Graphic Designers in Wisconsin are listed below.
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Rasmussen College
Green Bay, Wausau
Offers career training and degree programs in allied health, business, justice studies, nursing, education, and technology. Located at 13 campuses across the U.S.
ITT Technical Institute
Green Bay, Greenfield
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 |
The map below shows job statistics for the career type by metro area, for Wisconsin. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
WISCONSIN | |||
| Madison | 950 | $43,630 | 1.7 |
| Oshkosh | 190 | $49,670 | 1.5 |
| Wausau | 130 | $35,530 | 1.3 |
| La Crosse | 130 | $34,250 | 1.3 |
| Milwaukee | 1,730 | $43,570 | 1.2 |
| Appleton | 190 | $43,370 | 1.1 |
| Racine | 120 | $45,920 | 1 |
| Green Bay | 240 | $45,520 | 0.9 |
| Sheboygan | 70 | $43,910 | 0.8 |
| Eau Claire | 80 | $38,550 | 0.7 |
| Fond du Lac | 40 | $38,120 | 0.6 |
| Janesville | 60 | $34,340 | 0.6 |
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