The assistant graphic designer performs various duties, tasks, and responsibilities as shown below:

§  Providing adequate support to the senior graphic designer in the process of designing and developing computer graphics

§  Creating and developing packages with the utilization of packaging templates

§  Helping with the development and execution of graphical presentations

§  Planning, developing, and designing graphics to meet customer requirements and optimize their satisfaction

§  Participating actively in the production of new products

§  Communicating and working cooperatively with other departments to ensure smooth functioning

§  Staying up to date with market trends relevant to the graphic design industry and products.

§  Assist with work station organization and preparation for new and on-going projects/production

§  Customer Service

§ Skills with design and photo-editing software

§  Creativity and innovative skills

§ Time management and organizational skills  

§ Accuracy and the ability to pay attention to detail

§ Learn to understand and keep up with the latest trends within a commercial environment

If you are seeking to work as an assistant graphic designer, here are major requirements most employers might expect you to meet:

§  Strong written and verbal communication skills, as an assistant graphic designer will be required to liaise with clients to efficiently and effectively meet their needs and optimize their satisfaction

§  Particular attention to detail and the ability to be analytical and detail-oriented, as an assistant graphic designer must be able to produce high quality and error-free artwork

§  Exceptional creativity and innovative skills, since the job of an assistant graphic designer requires the ideal candidate to try new styles and be inventive when planning or designing

§  Excellent time management and organizational skills, as an assistant graphic designer must be able to deliver efficient services within a given deadline