Graphic Designers Jobs Pay in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$36.84
15.1%Above national average
Range: $35.09 – $38.60
Average Annual Pay
$76,637
15.1%Above national average
Range: $72,987 – $80,286
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
$31.31/hr
Range: $29.83 – $32.81
Annual Rate
$65,141
Range: $62,039 – $68,243
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.84/hr
Range: $35.09 – $38.60
Annual Rate
$76,637
Range: $72,987 – $80,286
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$42.37/hr
Range: $40.35 – $44.39
Annual Rate
$88,133
Range: $83,935 – $92,329
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
