Highest In-Demand Graphic Design Careers 2022
Graphic Design is a diverse field with multiple entry points such as certificate programs, degrees, or being self-taught. Although there’s been a shift in print and publishing media, the necessity for digital media has increased the demand for Graphic Designers. Projected employment for Graphic Designers is expected to grow three (3) percent by 2030. If you’ve thought about becoming a Graphic Designer, this article explores the highest in-demand Graphic Design Careers for 2022.
UX & UI Designers
UX Designer
Driven by research, data analysis, and testing, a User Experience (UX) Designer develops and maximizes interactions between users and end products. Focusing on end-user requirements and maintaining an advocacy posture, UX Designers ensure users are delivered a product that meets their needs. These designers bring multiple skills to the user experience while improving the competitive advantage of businesses.
Required Skills:
- Active listening
- Accepting & incorporating feedback
- User & Market Research
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
- Information Architecture
UI Designer
Creating interactive visual content, UI Designers deliver designs from the user point-of-view. UI Designers emphasize conversions and repeat website visits with improved visuals and beta testing new ideas. Collaborating with UX Designers, these designers take user persona insights and craft design elements and implement brand styling for consistency across screen sizes, browsers, and devices.
Required Skills:
- Decision-making
- User empathy
- Visual communication
- Interpersonal
- Responsive design
UX/UI Designers
| Project Positions Per Year | % by 2028 | Total Growth by 2028 |
| 17,900 | 13% | 224,900 |
Source: Career One Stop
Animation Designer
Animation Designers leverage computer technology to develop animated designs and special visual effects for websites, television, video games, movies, social media, marketing and advertising campaigns. These designers draw frame-by-frame or take another Artist’s illustrations to deliver 2D flat and 3D CGI visuals. Animation Designers have a mix of expertise in computer software and creativity to
Required Skills:
- Storyboarding
- Writing/editing
- Prototyping
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
- Creativity
| Project Positions Per Year | % by 2028 | Total Growth by 2030 |
| 7,800 | 16% | 72,300 |
Source: Career One Stop
Front-End Web Developer
Using HyperText Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and JavaScript, Front-End Web Developers produce websites and web-based applications. These developers integrate web languages, design, scripts, and frameworks creating the environment for what users view, click, input, or retrieve to achieve the desired results on your website or web-based application. Front-End Web Developers are involved in aspects of the UI and UX design for the best digital environment.
Required Skills:
- Understanding SEO principles
- Responsive design
- Cross browser and device development
- Coding language proficiency
- Testing and debugging
| Project Positions Per Year | % by 2028 | Total Growth by 2030 |
| 17,900 | 13% | 224,900 |
Source: Career One Stop
The versatility of Graphic Design makes it a high-demand field. Used in all industries, Graphic Designers enable digital transformations in real time. If you’re looking to break into one of these careers, DWC offers several certificate programs including Advanced Graphic Design, Frontend Web Development or UX Design, that focus on high-demand graphic design skills. Whether you already have some experience or need the very basics, our classes will help you gain the skills you need to meet the demand. Set up a time to speak with a Student Advisor and learn more about our certificate programs and classes.