# Graphic Designers > Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects. - Code: 27-1024.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 27-1024) - Family: [Arts, Design, Media & Sports](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-27), one of its 45 occupations - Tasks: 19 tasks (17 core and 2 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/27-1024.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/27-1024.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor. Core task · Task 307 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 2. Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed. Core task · Task 304 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 3. Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type. Core task · Task 300 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 4. Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites. Core task · Task 306 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 5. Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts. Core task · Task 299 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 6. Use computer software to generate new images. Core task · Task 301 · Rated by 19 occupational experts, August 2023 7. Prepare digital files for printing. Core task · Task 23970 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 8. Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design. Core task · Task 305 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 9. Research the target audience of projects. Core task · Task 23971 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 10. Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer. Core task · Task 303 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 11. Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer. Core task · Task 302 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 12. Study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services. Core task · Task 309 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 13. Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products. Core task · Task 15228 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 14. Prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing. Core task · Task 310 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 15. Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes. Core task · Task 308 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 16. Research new software or design concepts. Core task · Task 15229 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 17. Produce still and animated graphics for on-air and taped portions of television news broadcasts, using electronic video equipment. Core task · Task 313 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 18. Photograph layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors or clients. Supplemental task · Task 312 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 19. Write or edit copy for clients. 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