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How a graphic designer can use AI, task by task

O*NET 27-1024.00: Graphic DesignersMedian pay $62,960/year (BLS, May 2025)19 tasksJob Zone 4: Considerable preparation

Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

Your job title Type your own title and every prompt on this page updates to match. Also called: Artist, Brand Designer, Designer, Graphic Artist, Graphic Design Coordinator, Graphic Designer, Online Producer, Production Artist, Publications Designer, Technical Illustrator.

Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 9%AI-assist 82%Stays human 9%

Share of the job's tasks, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 2 AI-ready, 15 AI-assist and 2 human-led tasks out of 19. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Information & paperwork

Thinking & planning

People & communication

Leading & teaching

Hands-on & physical

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

🗓 Start here on Monday

The most frequent, most important tasks where AI can help right away.

Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.Create & design · Several times a day
Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.Create & design · Several times a day
Use computer software to generate new images.Create & design · Several times a day

💪 Lean into these

Core tasks that stay human. These skills get more valuable as the routine work gets automated.

Prepare digital files for printing.Hands-on work · Daily
Photograph layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors or clients.Hands-on work · Monthly

Skills to build & where you could move ↓

🔒 Many of these tasks involve people's information. Remove names and identifying details before using AI, or use only a tool your employer has approved.

AI can draft these 2

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.

Daily

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 90% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.

Context: We use Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Word.
Records: [paper, electronic]
Users: [describe]

Draft a filing structure and naming rules. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Filing system

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maintain archive of images, photos and previous work products (today).

Step 2Fill in [Records] and [Users] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Check every fact, name and number against your source before it goes anywhere.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Maintain records, documents, or other files..

Research new software or design concepts.

Weekly

AI maps out the topic and options; confirm with real sources.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 41% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI is a fast research assistant. Ask it to map out a topic, compare options or list what to check. Use a tool with web search and ask for its sources.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to research new software or design concepts.

Context: The work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Field: [my craft or work area]
What I want: [new tools, techniques, trends]

List current trends and techniques with examples, how to try each, and where to learn more.

10-minute exercise: New technique scan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you research new software or design concepts (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Field] and [What I want] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Try one technique it suggests this week.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 3.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Research new technologies..

AI can help you prep these 15

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.

Several times a day

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 54% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Publication: [type, size]
Content: [text, images]

Suggest a layout grid, typography and hierarchy. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Print layout

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy.

Step 2Fill in [Publication] and [Content] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Lay it out in your design tool.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.6/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Design layouts for print publications..

Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.

Several times a day

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 58% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Exhibit: [topic, space]
Audience: [visitors]

Suggest a layout, flow, and display ideas. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Exhibit layout

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you create designs and concepts.

Step 2Fill in [Exhibit] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Design layout of art or product exhibits, displays, or promotional materials..

Use computer software to generate new images.

Several times a day

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 58% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to use computer software to generate new images.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Project: [animation, effect]
Style and length: [describe]

Suggest shot breakdown, techniques and references. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Animation plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you use computer software.

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Style and length] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Create computer-generated graphics or animation..

Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.

Daily

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Exhibit: [topic, space]
Audience: [visitors]

Suggest a layout, flow, and display ideas. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Exhibit layout

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you key information (today). Leave out names and identifying details.

Step 2Fill in [Exhibit] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Design layout of art or product exhibits, displays, or promotional materials..

Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.

Daily

AI gives you a first-pass summary; you still read the key parts.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 22% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can pull out the key points and questions to look for. Use it as a first pass, then look closely yourself.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.

Context: We use Apple Final Cut Pro; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
The brief or style guide: [paste the goals, brand rules, specs]
The material to review: [describe or paste the copy, layout or proof]

Check the material against the brief point by point. List what matches, what drifts from the brief or brand rules, and any typos or spec problems. End with 3 specific change requests I could send back.

10-minute exercise: Review art against the brief

Step 1Pick one proof or layout waiting for your sign-off and dig out its brief.

Step 2Paste the brief into [The brief or style guide] and describe the work in [The material to review].

Step 3Compare its change requests with your own notes. Send only the ones you agree with, in your words.

Remove names and private details before pasting, and check your employer's rules on what you can share with AI tools.

Importance 4.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Review art or design materials.. Also involves: Collaborate with others to develop or refine designs..

Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.

Daily

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 43% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Exhibit: [topic, space]
Audience: [visitors]

Suggest a layout, flow, and display ideas. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Exhibit layout

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop graphics and layouts (today).

Step 2Fill in [Exhibit] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.6/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Design layout of art or product exhibits, displays, or promotional materials..

Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.

Daily

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 60% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Subject: [device, fixture, product]
Purpose: [manual, plan, marketing]

Suggest views, labels and style. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Technical illustration plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you draw and print charts, graphs and illustrations (today).

Step 2Fill in [Subject] and [Purpose] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Draw detailed or technical illustrations..

Study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services.

Daily

AI gives you a first-pass summary; you still read the key parts.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 56% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can pull out the key points and questions to look for. Use it as a first pass, then look closely yourself.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services.

Context: We use Microsoft PowerPoint; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
The brief or style guide: [paste the goals, brand rules, specs]
The material to review: [describe or paste the copy, layout or proof]

Check the material against the brief point by point. List what matches, what drifts from the brief or brand rules, and any typos or spec problems. End with 3 specific change requests I could send back.

10-minute exercise: Review art against the brief

Step 1Pick one proof or layout waiting for your sign-off and dig out its brief.

Step 2Paste the brief into [The brief or style guide] and describe the work in [The material to review].

Step 3Compare its change requests with your own notes. Send only the ones you agree with, in your words.

Remove names and private details before pasting, and check your employer's rules on what you can share with AI tools.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Review art or design materials..

Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.

Weekly

AI helps you prepare questions; the listening is yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 43% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to prepare better questions and to organize your notes afterward. Listening to the person in front of you is yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.

Context: The work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Project: [design, craft, presentation]
What I need to know: [goals, budget, audience, constraints]

Write brief-taking questions and a summary template. Order the questions sensibly, add follow-ups for vague answers, and give me a note-taking template.

10-minute exercise: Client brief interview

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you confer with clients (this week). Leave out names and identifying details.

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [What I need to know] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Read the summary back to the client to confirm.

Don't record people or paste their answers into AI without consent and your employer's approval.

Importance 4.3/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Confer with clients to determine needs..

Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes.

Daily

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Subject: [device, fixture, product]
Purpose: [manual, plan, marketing]

Suggest views, labels and style. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Technical illustration plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you prepare illustrations (today). Leave out names and identifying details.

Step 2Fill in [Subject] and [Purpose] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Draw detailed or technical illustrations.. Also involves: Collaborate with others to develop or refine designs..

Research the target audience of projects.

Weekly

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 51% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to research the target audience of projects.

Context: The work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Product: [what it is]
Question: [audience, demand, pricing, safety]

Suggest research methods, survey questions, public data sources, and how to segment the audience. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Market research plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you research the target audience of projects (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Product] and [Question] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Run one quick method it suggests and see what you learn.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Conduct market research.. Also involves: Collect data about customer needs.; Conduct research to inform art, designs, or other work..

Prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing.

Weekly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Publication: [type, size]
Content: [text, images]

Suggest a layout grid, typography and hierarchy. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Print layout

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you prepare notes and instructions (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Publication] and [Content] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Lay it out in your design tool.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Design layouts for print publications..

Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer.

Weekly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Publication: [type, size]
Content: [text, images]

Suggest a layout grid, typography and hierarchy. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Print layout

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you mark up and paste (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Publication] and [Content] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Lay it out in your design tool.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Design layouts for print publications..

Write or edit copy for clients.

Monthly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 28% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to write or edit copy for clients.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Product or event: [describe]
Channel and audience: [web, social, print]

Write 10 headline and copy options from safe to bold. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Promotional copy

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you write or edit copy. Leave out names and identifying details.

Step 2Fill in [Product or event] and [Channel and audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Check every claim is true before posting.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 2.8/5 · O*NET work activity: Write advertising or promotional material.. Also involves: Edit written materials..

Produce still and animated graphics for on-air and taped portions of television news broadcasts, using electronic video equipment.

A few times a year

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to produce still and animated graphics for on-air and taped portions of television news broadcasts, using electronic video equipment.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Project: [animation, effect]
Style and length: [describe]

Suggest shot breakdown, techniques and references. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Animation plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you produce still and animated graphics.

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Style and length] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 3.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Create computer-generated graphics or animation..

These stay human 2

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

📏 Measured in this job (O*NET work context): Face-to-face discussions: once a week or more but not every day · Contact with others: contact with others most of the time · Using hands on tools and objects: more than half the time

Prepare digital files for printing.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to prepare digital files for printing.

Context: The work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Job: [photo print, 3D part]
File and material: [describe]

List file prep, settings and checks. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Print or 3D print job

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you prepare digital files (today).

Step 2Fill in [Job] and [File and material] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Operate photographic developing or print production equipment.. Also involves: Perform administrative or clerical tasks..

Photograph layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors or clients.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a graphic designer. Part of my job is to photograph layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors or clients.

Context: The work draws on fine arts, design and communications and media.
Shoot: [video, photo]
Equipment: [camera, lenses, lights]

List settings, shot list and checks. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Camera shoot prep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you photograph layouts. Leave out names and identifying details.

Step 2Fill in [Shoot] and [Equipment] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Shoot a test clip and review it.

Importance 2.8/5 · O*NET work activity: Operate still or video cameras or related equipment..

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Your next moves

Skills to build

From O*NET's ratings of how important each skill is in this job, matched to which part of the work it supports.

With AI Use these to work with AI

When AI does the first draft, these are the skills you use to brief it and check what comes back.

Critical Thinkingimportance 3.2/5
Used in: Thinking Creatively
Active Listeningimportance 3.8/5
Used in: Getting Information
Reading Comprehensionimportance 3.1/5
Used in: Getting Information
Writingimportance 3.2/5
Used in: Documenting/Recording Information

Where you could move

Related jobs from O*NET with the closest skill profile, favouring ones where more of the work stays human. No step down in preparation.

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Skills to build: Writing, Judgment and Decision Making, Coordination
Special Effects Artists and Animators10% human-led · Same preparation · $102,030/yr · usually bachelor's degree
Skills to build: Active Listening
Film and Video Editors30% human-led · Same preparation · $75,420/yr · usually bachelor's degree
Skills to build: Active Listening

Getting into this job

Bachelor's degree is most common (65% of workers)

High school or less 15%
Certificate or some college 5%
Associate's 5%
Bachelor's 65%
Graduate degree 10%

On-the-job training: 3–6 months
Related experience: 2–4 years

What workers in this job report, from O*NET surveys (typical values).

Software in this job

In-demand tools from O*NET. Many now have AI built in, so check what yours can do before adding a new tool.

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