Graphic Designers Jobs Pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$33.75
5.5%Above national average
Range: $32.14 – $35.35
Average Annual Pay
$70,194
5.5%Above national average
Range: $66,851 – $73,536
How much do Graphic Designers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$28.69/hr
Range: $27.32 – $30.05
Annual Rate
$59,665
Range: $56,823 – $62,506
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.75/hr
Range: $32.14 – $35.35
Annual Rate
$70,194
Range: $66,851 – $73,536
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$38.81/hr
Range: $36.96 – $40.65
Annual Rate
$80,723
Range: $76,879 – $84,566
Graphic Designers job description
Graphic Designers professionals create visual, written, or multimedia content for various purposes. They combine artistic talent with technical skills to produce compelling creative work.
Responsibilities
- •Develop creative concepts and designs
- •Collaborate with clients and teams
- •Use industry-standard software
- •Meet project deadlines
- •Present and revise work
- •Stay current with design trends
Skills
- •Creative design skills
- •Software proficiency
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Adaptability
Qualifications
- •Degree in design or related field
- •Portfolio of work
- •Proficiency in creative software
- •Industry experience preferred
