Graphic design is the process of visual communication, and problem-solving through the use of type, space, image and color. The field is considered a subset of visual communication and communication design, but sometimes the term "graphic design" is used interchangeably with these due to overlapping skills involved. Graphic designers use various methods to create and combine words, symbols, and images to create a visual representation of ideas and messages. A graphic designer may use a combination of typography, visual arts and page layout techniques to produce a final result. Graphic design often refers to both the process (designing) by which the communication is created and the products (designs) which are generated.

To pursue the graphic design course, you need to pass 12th in any stream along with additional Fine Arts to help you to observe things closely and sketch them. You can also buy good sketch books from the market for sketching including shading, shadows, and human figures. However, soon you may have to upgrade to more serious books like "The Animator's Survival Kit" by Richards William. There are many degree, diploma, certificate courses available in graphic design. You may choose the one which matches your interest and time availability.

LIST OF SOME INSTITUTES OFFERING GRAPHIC DESIGNING

-WLC COLLEGE INDIA -ZEE INSTITUTE OF CREATIVE ART

-IMAGE COLLEGE OF ARTS ANIMATION AND TECHNOLOGY -RAFFLES MILLENNIUM INTERNATIONAL (RMI)

-FRAMEBOXX ANIMATION AND VISUAL EFFECTS -NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DESIGN

LIST OF SOME INSTITUTES OFFERING GRAPHIC DESIGNING

University of Southampton College of Design, Arizona State University

Centennial College Toronto Parsons School For Design

1. Multimedia artist & animator: $61,370/year Professionals in these positions create animation and special effects for movies, television, video games and other forms of media. They breathe life into ideas by writing code and using computer software. These workers often have the option of being self- employed or may work for an agency or television or film studio. Education: Eighty-two percent of job postings preferred candidates to have a bachelor’s degree, although it is not always required. Many multimedia artists and animators earn a graphic design degree. Experience: Fifty-seven percent of job postings asked for candidates to have zero to four years of experience, which means with the proper knowledge and skills you can enter this field relatively quickly. Hard skills needed: Adobe Photoshop Adobe Acrobat JavaScript Soft skills needed: Software & programming Visual & graphic design Tech development & design

2. Web developer: $62,500/year Web developers create and design websites using scripting and programming languages such as Java, C++ or PHP. They are responsible for maintaining and tracking several aspects of a website, such as its performance, capacity, speed and traffic. These professionals decide which applications and designs best fit specific websites depending on the client’s needs. Education: Eighty-nine percent of job postings prefer candidates to have earned a bachelor’s degree. Most web developers have either a graphic design degree or a web programming degree. Experience: Fifty-six percent of web developer job postings were seeking developers with less than four year of experience. Positions in this field are projected to grow much faster than average, which means you’ll be immediately employable once equipped with the necessary skills. Hard skills needed: JavaScript jQuery Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP) Soft skills needed: Software & programming Tech development & design Problem solving

3. Art Director: $80,880/year Art directors work for magazines, newspapers or various agencies to manage the overall aesthetic direction of a project. They generally supervise teams of design professionals to ensure budgets are kept, deadlines are met and the artistic vision of the client is achieved. They are also responsible for reviewing and approving all creative materials before being presented to a client. Education: Ninety percent of art director job postings require candidates to have at least a bachelor’s degree in graphic design. In a prestigious leadership position like this, many individuals also have a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) or a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Experience: Seventy-six percent of postings require candidates to have a minimum of four years of experience, with many asking for as many as seven years. Most individuals start as graphic designers, illustrators or copy editors before climbing the corporate ladder to the role of art director. Hard skills needed: Adobe Photoshop Concept development Graphic design Soft skills needed: Problem solving Business environment understanding Project management & process flow

When evaluating whether or not to accept a large graphic design project, you should become familiar with the risks associated with the job. Risks can include unforeseen interruptions, such as: Unexpected personal issues -- either yours or your client’s -- that may need immediate addressing. Other risks can include a lack of regular payments from your client. Not receiving content from your customer in a timely manner. Unreliable third-party vendors, such as printing companies, who may be experiencing their own delays.