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Web Designer

What does a web designer do?

Ever wondered, what is web design? With one eye on aesthetics and the other on great functionality, a web designer creates the visual elements for a website or application. A Website Designer works closely with a Web Developer to create a website, ensuring it looks both visually appealing and also provides a good user experience. There are a variety of skills needed for this job including the ability to use design software (such as Adobe Photoshop) and it’s also helpful to have knowledge of computer coding. Website design holistically looks at the visual appearance, UX design and accessibility of a website.

As a Website Designer you could choose to work in-house, for an agency, or run your own business as a freelance Web Designer across a range of industries.  

Is a career as a web designer right for me?

If you have both an eye for design and an aptitude for technology, you might like working as a Website Designer. Other skills and attributes beneficial for this role include:

  • the ability to work collaboratively 
  • effective communication skills  
  • an analytical mind 
  • an interest in continuous learning 
  • good problem-solving skills  
  • creativity.  

How to become a web designer

Every journey to study is individual and there are several paths to reaching your web career goals. At UniSQ, we offer the following degrees in the area of design and interactive technologies:
Average salary per week
$1441
Future demand
Very Strong

Source: yourcareer.gov.au 
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Last updated August 2023.

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