Graphic Designers Jobs Pay in Illinois, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$32.34
1.1%Above national average
Range: $30.80 – $33.88
Average Annual Pay
$67,267
1.1%Above national average
Range: $64,064 – $70,470
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
$27.49/hr
Range: $26.18 – $28.80
Annual Rate
$57,177
Range: $54,454 – $59,900
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.34/hr
Range: $30.80 – $33.88
Annual Rate
$67,267
Range: $64,064 – $70,470
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.19/hr
Range: $35.42 – $38.96
Annual Rate
$77,357
Range: $73,674 – $81,041
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
