Question

Choose a career in which you are interested. Conduct some research on possible employers in that field and the basic responsibilities of that job (that is, the daily tasks that a person in that job performs and the skills the person needs to perform them). Create a list of 7–10 questions for an informational interview. Fill out the table below with the information you gather for your chosen career and your list of interview questions.

Answer 1

Career: Graphic Designer

Possible Employers:

1. Advertising agencies

2. Design studios

3. In-house design departments of organizations

4. Freelance design work

Basic Responsibilities:

1. Meeting with clients to discuss design projects and goals

2. Creating visual concepts and developing design solutions

3. Presenting designs to clients and receiving feedback

4. Collaborating with team members, such as writers and developers

5. Reviewing designs for errors and making necessary changes

6. Keeping up with design trends and technologies

7. Managing multiple projects simultaneously

8. Preparing designs for printing or digital use

Interview Questions:

1. What inspired you to become a graphic designer?

2. What skills do you think are essential for success in this field?

3. Can you describe a project that you worked on and how you approached the design process?

4. How do you keep up with current design trends and technologies?

5. How do you handle client feedback and make necessary changes to your designs?

6. Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple projects at once?

7. What do you think sets your work apart from others in the field?

8. What advice would you give to someone who is interested in pursuing a career in graphic design?

9. How important do you think collaboration is in the design process?

10. How do you manage your time and prioritize your tasks when working on multiple projects simultaneously?