There are many different fields of Graphic Design you can work in including, Advertising, Typography, Illustration & 3D Artwork. Advertising in Graphic Design is probably the biggest market in graphic design with many brands looking for print ads like posters, brochures, leaflets and billboards.
There are many pathways to becoming a Graphic Designer whether it be working in an agency or working freelance. A freelancer is a person who works for themselves and gets commissioned by different clients and people. There are pros and cons of being a freelancer - A pros being you can quote clients with your own rate for the job - Cons being there might be a lack of work coming in and that's very bad because no commissions mean no money.
Working with an agency is always a pro as you're always going to get paid but sometimes not as much as you could charge if you're a freelancer. Most designers have have a foundation degree or HND in Graphic Design or an art & design based subject. Work requirements include discussing projects with clients and and colleagues, proving a quote for the project, thinking about the amount of time it will take you, providing mock-ups/sketches to show the client before proceeding further into the project. A must is completing work before the provided deadline. A lot of designers/artists seem to work during the night to finish work before tight deadlines but a normal job in an agency consists of hours from 9am - 5/6pm. The skills of being a Graphic Designer include good creativity and imagination skills, IT skills, a good knowledge of current trends and techniques, good communication skills and the ability to manage your time well.
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