{"id":20688,"date":"2016-02-09T09:10:41","date_gmt":"2016-02-09T09:10:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fifteen-staging.fifteen.dev\/blog\/graphic-design-salary-progression\/"},"modified":"2016-02-09T09:10:41","modified_gmt":"2016-02-09T09:10:41","slug":"graphic-design-salary-progression","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/blog\/graphic-design-salary-progression\/","title":{"rendered":"Graphic Design: Salary &#038; Progression"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"entry-content\"><p><strong>So you&#8217;re considering a career in graphic design and would like to find out more on the job progression and the salary that goes along with it. We&#8217;ve put together the following information which covers\u00a0graphic design as a career, it&#8217;s salary and the potential for progression. We&#8217;ve also included some\u00a0tips along the way to help you achieve the status you&#8217;re aiming for.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>On average, a graphic designer will work 37 hours a week. There is generally some flexibility in regards to start\/finish times, and extra hours should be expected when deadlines are due.<\/li>\n<li>The working environment is mostly studio, office or home-based, generally working as part of a team. Travel may be required to meet clients.<\/li>\n<li>Work is available in most major cities with a focus on London, South East, Manchester and Leeds. There is a demand for British designers internationally but industry experience is necessary.<\/li>\n<li>A few health benefits are on offer and pay bonuses are definitely a possibility.<\/li>\n<li>High job satisfaction comes from working as a graphic designer due to the creative nature of work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Career Progression<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Common Career Paths<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"373\" class=\"size-large wp-image-8923 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/01\/Fifteen-ContMarketing-PathandProgression-chart-700x373.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Fifteen-ContMarketing-PathandProgression-chart\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/01\/Fifteen-ContMarketing-PathandProgression-chart-700x373.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/01\/Fifteen-ContMarketing-PathandProgression-chart-250x133.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/01\/Fifteen-ContMarketing-PathandProgression-chart-768x409.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/01\/Fifteen-ContMarketing-PathandProgression-chart.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Salaries<\/h2>\n<h3>Junior Graphic Designer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Average Salary: <\/strong>\u00a317,000<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Salary\u00a0Range:<\/strong> \u00a313,000 &#8211; \u00a323,000<br \/>\n<strong>Male:<\/strong> 44%<br \/>\n<strong>Female:<\/strong> 56%<br \/>\n<strong>Expected Experience<\/strong>: 0 &#8211; 4 years<br \/>\n<strong>Best Location for\u00a0Pay:<\/strong> London (12% higher)<br \/>\n<strong>Poorest Location for Pay:<\/strong> Leicester (20% lower)<br \/>\n<strong>Desired Skills:<\/strong> graphic design, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign<\/p>\n<h3>Mid-Weight Graphic Designer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Average Salary: <\/strong>\u00a321,000<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Salary\u00a0Range:<\/strong> \u00a315,000 &#8211; \u00a332,000<br \/>\n<strong>Male:<\/strong>\u00a055%<br \/>\n<strong>Female:<\/strong>\u00a045%<br \/>\n<strong>Expected Experience<\/strong>: 1 &#8211; 9\u00a0years<br \/>\n<strong>Best Location for\u00a0Pay:<\/strong> London (18% higher)<br \/>\n<strong>Poorest Location for Pay:<\/strong>\u00a0Norwich (13% lower)<br \/>\n<strong>Desired Skills:<\/strong> graphic design, Adobe\u00a0Creative Suite, web design, HTML, photography, marketing communications<\/p>\n<h3>Senior Graphic Designer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Average Salary: <\/strong>\u00a329,000<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Salary\u00a0Range:<\/strong> \u00a321,000 &#8211; \u00a342,000<br \/>\n<strong>Male:<\/strong>\u00a062%<br \/>\n<strong>Female:<\/strong>\u00a038%<br \/>\n<strong>Expected Experience<\/strong>: 5 &#8211; 19\u00a0years<br \/>\n<strong>Best Location for\u00a0Pay:<\/strong> London (15% higher)<br \/>\n<strong>Poorest Location for Pay:<\/strong>\u00a0Belfast (11% lower)<br \/>\n<strong>Desired Skills:<\/strong> graphic design, Adobe\u00a0Creative Suite, web design, HTML, photography, marketing communications, branding<\/p>\n<h3>Graphic Design Manager<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Average Salary: <\/strong>\u00a330,000<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Salary\u00a0Range:<\/strong> \u00a320,000 &#8211; \u00a342,000<br \/>\n<strong>Male:<\/strong>\u00a063%<br \/>\n<strong>Female:<\/strong>\u00a037%<br \/>\n<strong>Expected Experience<\/strong>: 5 &#8211; 19\u00a0years<br \/>\n<strong>Best Location for\u00a0Pay:<\/strong> London (18% higher)<br \/>\n<strong>Desired Skills:<\/strong> graphic design, Adobe\u00a0Creative Suite, web design, HTML, photography, marketing communications, branding<\/p>\n<h3>Art Director<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Average Salary: <\/strong>\u00a335,000<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Salary\u00a0Range:<\/strong> \u00a321,000 &#8211; \u00a354,000<br \/>\n<strong>Male:<\/strong>\u00a057%<br \/>\n<strong>Female:<\/strong>\u00a043%<br \/>\n<strong>Expected Experience<\/strong>: 1\u00a0&#8211; 19\u00a0years<br \/>\n<strong>Best Location for\u00a0Pay:<\/strong> London (7% higher)<br \/>\n<strong>Desired Skills:<\/strong> graphic design, Adobe\u00a0Creative Suite, web design, HTML, photography, marketing communications, branding, desktop publishing<\/p>\n<h3>Creative\u00a0Director<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Average Salary: <\/strong>\u00a349,000<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Salary\u00a0Range:<\/strong> \u00a329,000 &#8211; \u00a394,000<br \/>\n<strong>Male:<\/strong>\u00a083%<br \/>\n<strong>Female:<\/strong>\u00a017%<br \/>\n<strong>Expected Experience<\/strong>: 10 &#8211; 19\u00a0years<br \/>\n<strong>Best Location for\u00a0Pay:<\/strong> London (22% higher)<br \/>\n<strong>Desired Skills:<\/strong> graphic design, Adobe\u00a0Creative Suite, web design, HTML, photography, marketing communications, branding, desktop publishing, art direction, user interface design, people management, project management<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"583\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9041 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/02\/GraphicDesignSalaryandProgression-Skills-700x583.jpg.webp\" alt=\"GraphicDesignSalaryandProgression-Skills\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/02\/GraphicDesignSalaryandProgression-Skills-700x583.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/02\/GraphicDesignSalaryandProgression-Skills-250x208.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/02\/GraphicDesignSalaryandProgression-Skills-768x639.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/02\/GraphicDesignSalaryandProgression-Skills-811x675.jpg.webp 811w, https:\/\/www.fifteendesign.co.uk\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2016\/02\/GraphicDesignSalaryandProgression-Skills.jpg.webp 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Fancy Freelance?<\/h2>\n<p>Freelance work can get you around \u00a3200 &#8211; \u00a3400 a day if you are experienced.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip 1:<\/strong> Do you research into other Freelancers&#8217; prices.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip 2:<\/strong> Try charging hourly. This allows for flexibility in changing the scope of a project, and prevents you from underselling your services.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip 3:<\/strong> Try 3-tier packages. This prevents itemisation of your services.<\/p>\n<p><em>If seeking freelance work, find the price and system that works for you.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Salary Progression Advice<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in the industry will lead to higher salaries and better job progression, so keep on learning.<\/li>\n<li>If seeking to do freelance work, try gaining experience in an in-house or agency team first to build up a respected portfolio.<\/li>\n<li>London has the highest average salaries, but work is available in most large cities so search out the location and salary that works best for you.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, graphic design, web design, photography, branding, art direction, people management, project management and HTML to rise up the ranks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Based on Infographic written by Richard Kish<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"So you&#8217;re considering a career in graphic design and would like to find out more on the job progression and the salary that goes along with it. 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