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Analytical skills. "Graphic designers must be able to look at their work from the point of view of their consumers and examine how the designs they develop will be perceived by consumers to ensure they convey the client's desired message."
Artistic ability. "Graphic designers must be able to create designs that are artistically interesting and appealing to clients and consumers. They produce rough illustrations of design ideas, either by hand sketching or by using computer programs."
Communication skills. "Graphic designers must communicate with clients, customers, and other designers to ensure that their designs accurately reflect the desired message and effectively express information."
Computer skills. "Most graphic designers use specialized graphic design software to prepare their designs."
Creativity. "Graphic designers must be able to think of new approaches to communicating ideas to consumers. They develop unique designs that convey a certain message on behalf of their clients."
Time-management skills. "Graphic designers often work on multiple projects at the same time, each with a different deadline."