Graphic Design

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Graphic Designer

A Graphic Designer creates visual materials for organisations or clients using design software, collaborating on aspects like colours and layout while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Unknown

Art Director

An Art Director oversees an organisation's visual representation, collaborating with designers to ensure cohesive print and online materials.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Visual Designer

A Visual Designer manages a brand's visual identity by collaborating with marketing and design teams to create consistent and appealing materials.

Avg yearly income $69,992
Skill level Unknown

Digital Designer

A Digital Designer creates engaging digital content across various media, collaborating with clients and stakeholders while managing deadlines effectively.

Avg yearly income $94,900
Skill level Unknown

Design Manager

A Design Manager leads design projects across various industries, coordinating teams, managing resources, and ensuring client needs are met.

Avg yearly income $182,000
Skill level Unknown

Product Designer

A Product Designer develops innovative products by collaborating with clients, creating designs, and managing projects while demonstrating strong creativity and problem-solving skills.

Avg yearly income $109,200
Skill level Unknown

Interaction Designer

Interaction Designers develop user-friendly digital interfaces for websites and apps, enhancing user experience through intuitive navigation and interactive elements.

Avg yearly income $81,796
Skill level Unknown

Creative Designer

A Creative Designer develops visual concepts and designs to effectively communicate ideas, focusing on branding and multimedia content.

Avg yearly income $85,800
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in graphic design

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development)
Online
15 - 24 months
$1,500 - $5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Frontend Developer Web Developer Digital Designer
Web Content Manager Backend Developer Full Stack Developer E-Commerce Developer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Frontend Developer Web Developer Digital Designer Web Content Manager Backend Developer Full Stack Developer E-Commerce Developer + 4 more

UX/UI Design: Transform
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UX Designer UI Designer UX Researcher
Product Designer Digital Designer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UX Designer UI Designer UX Researcher Product Designer Digital Designer + 2 more

Graphic Design: Transform
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Digital Designer
Interaction Designer Website Designer Multimedia Designer Brand Designer Creative Designer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Digital Designer Interaction Designer Website Designer Multimedia Designer Brand Designer Creative Designer + 5 more

UX/UI Design: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UX Designer UI Designer UX Researcher
Product Designer Digital Designer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UX Designer UI Designer UX Researcher Product Designer Digital Designer + 2 more

Graphic Design: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Digital Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Digital Designer

User Experience Design: Foundations
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UX Designer Digital Designer Website Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UX Designer Digital Designer Website Designer

User Interface Design: Foundations
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UI Designer Digital Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UI Designer Digital Designer

Design Thinking for Innovation: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Design Strategist Product Manager Service Designer
Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur Innovation Strategist Innovation Manager Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Design Strategist Product Manager Service Designer Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur Innovation Strategist Innovation Manager Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer + 6 more
CUA50720

Diploma of Graphic Design
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $18,852
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Brand Designer Art Director Graphic Designer
Visual Designer Website Designer UI Designer UX Designer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Brand Designer Art Director Graphic Designer Visual Designer Website Designer UI Designer UX Designer + 4 more
CUA60320

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design
Blended, On Campus
6 - 17 months
$0 - $15,576
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Brand Designer Art Director Graphic Designer
Visual Designer Website Designer UI Designer UX Designer
+ 4 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Brand Designer Art Director Graphic Designer Visual Designer Website Designer UI Designer UX Designer + 4 more
CUA60420

Advanced Diploma of Creative Product Development
On Campus
12 months
$14,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Product Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Product Designer
CUA40720

Certificate IV in Design
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 14 months
$0 - $13,093
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Fashion Merchandiser Digital Designer
Illustrator
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Fashion Merchandiser Digital Designer Illustrator + 1 more
CUA40720

Certificate IV in Design (Graphic Design)
On Campus
12 months
$4,188
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer
CUA40720

Certificate IV in Design (Product Design)
On Campus
12 months
$3,489
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design)
Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Game Designer Game Developer Digital Animator
Graphic Designer 3D Modeller
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Game Designer Game Developer Digital Animator Graphic Designer 3D Modeller + 2 more

Bachelor of Industrial Design
On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $78,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Designer Exhibition Designer Furniture Designer
Industrial Designer Packaging Designer Product Designer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Designer Exhibition Designer Furniture Designer Industrial Designer Packaging Designer Product Designer + 3 more

Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Social Media Manager Video Producer Game Artist
Game Designer Animator Multimedia Artist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Social Media Manager Video Producer Game Artist Game Designer Animator Multimedia Artist + 3 more

Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Director Artist Photographer
Painter Multimedia Designer Illustrator Graphic Designer Digital Artist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Director Artist Photographer Painter Multimedia Designer Illustrator Graphic Designer Digital Artist + 5 more

Bachelor of Design
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $37,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Brand Designer Design Manager Industrial Designer
Product Designer Interior Design Consultant Commercial Interior Designer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Brand Designer Design Manager Industrial Designer Product Designer Interior Design Consultant Commercial Interior Designer + 3 more

Bachelor of Design (Honours)
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $24,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fashion Designer Furniture Designer Graphic Designer
Product Designer Interior Designer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fashion Designer Furniture Designer Graphic Designer Product Designer Interior Designer + 2 more
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