Technology and media play a huge part in design nowadays. It is up to you to make sure that you are always at the cutting edge of developments in technology in the design field, because otherwise you risk being left behind. Some of the computer applications you need to keep up-to-date with include Photoshop, Quark Xpress, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, FreeHand, 3D Studio, ...more»

Those who are serious about design know that they have to keep abreast of developments in the design world. It’s also good to gather inspiration and influences from what contemporary designers are producing. There’s no better way of keeping up-to-date than by attending exhibitions on design. The Design Museum in London is a great place to start as it holds talks ...more»

If you want to get into graphic design as a career then you stand a better chance if you have qualifications in the visual arts. A degree or a HND in graphic design itself is ideal, but you’re likely to be considered for a position if you’ve studied illustration, fine art, visual culture, photography or creative media. To get onto some ...more»