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Graphic designers work with visual presentation. Their work can be used for many things including advertising, book and poster covers, and simply to display the artists creativity. They sometimes have hectic schedules in which a dealine must be met, putting a restriction on creativity.

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COLLEGES THAT HAVE A MAJOR VISUAL COMMUNICATION AND GRAPHIC DESIGN
CollegesDegreeName of schoolName of Degree

Vincennes University
AssociatesArt Department Annex Art- Graphic Design and Visual Communications

Purdue University South Bend
Associates and BachelorSchool of Technology Computer Graphics Technology



SALARY

Median annual earnings of visual artists were about $31,690 a year in 1998. The middle 50 percent earned between $23,790 and $41,980 a year. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $17,910 and the highest 10 percent earned more than $64,580. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest number of visual artists in 1997 were as follows:
Advertising $34,800
Periodicals 33,000
Mailing, reproduction, stenographic services 32,700
Commercial printing 24,700
Newspapers 24,100
Earnings for self-employed visual artists vary widely. Some charge only a nominal fee while they gain experience and build a reputation for their work. Others, such as well-established freelance graphic designers and fine artists, can earn much more than salaried artists do. Like other self-employed workers, freelance artists must provide their own benefits.