Graphic Designers Jobs Pay in Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$36.06
12.7%Above national average
Range: $34.34 – $37.77
Average Annual Pay
$74,999
12.7%Above national average
Range: $71,427 – $78,570
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
$30.65/hr
Range: $29.19 – $32.10
Annual Rate
$63,749
Range: $60,713 – $66,785
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.06/hr
Range: $34.34 – $37.77
Annual Rate
$74,999
Range: $71,427 – $78,570
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$41.47/hr
Range: $39.49 – $43.44
Annual Rate
$86,249
Range: $82,141 – $90,356
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
