Working in Graphic Design vs UI/UX or Web Design

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Find out what it's like working as a graphic designer vs. a UI/UX or web designer. I'll cover the differences in project types, management styles, and overall goals for each. If you are wondering whether to have a career in graphic design vs. a career in UI/UX design, this video is for you!
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@stelladigitaldesign1350 2 года назад

I would encourage anyone to learn the basic of Graphic Design concepts and Fundamentals. Currently trying to switch my career to a more UX/UI related job from Web/Digital Advertising. Maybe a Visual Designer. Understanding the Modernist Design History, and Minimalist design concepts help me create UI layouts. Keep it clean, and don't over design.

@aditidorle1448 4 года назад

I'm a Software Engineer having a passion and skill for designing.

@alexiskeys9985 4 года назад

Thank you so much for this breakdown. This just reassured me that I made the right choice with traditional graphic design. I just love visual aesthetics moreso than anything. And that's okay. 🤷🏾‍♀️😂 I've recently been having doubts that this might be a dead end field, but we'll just have to see within the next decade. I don't think there will ever not be a need for graphic art in some way, shape or form.

@DesignGal 3 года назад

I totally agree, Alexis! Check out "brand designer" "digital designer" or "visual designer" roles for the next evolution of graphic designer jobs!

@NikonChicFL 6 лет назад

Thnx for this. I’m looking into leaving the sign industry and trying again at web as well playing around with UI/UX. I’m coming into a point in my life where I need to try something. Everything is changing before our eyes.

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hello Valberta! You are right, things are definitely changing. Follow your passion and do what excites you!

@Oceanflow84 6 лет назад

Thank you so much Design Gal, you reviewed everything I always had questions about!! I started off doing Graphic Design but found it didn't satisfy my curious soul LOL!!! Now I am working towards transitioning my design skills into UI/UX, Visual Design or Product Design LOL!! Since we know in TECH they all intertwine!! Thank you and I look forward to seeing more of your videos!!

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

That's awesome, Erica! Definitely check out my video on the different types of designers :) Happy to help anytime!

@javokhireakhmedov 2 года назад

Thank you so much. Lately, I have been thinking about which direction of design to choose. After watching this video I understood that graphic design is for me and not UX/UI design. Once again, thank you so much. Great content!

@angelica333 5 лет назад

I subscribed after watching this video, and fell in love more when I saw your website to help others learn about design! Thanks for helping us beginner designers. Looking forwards to seeing more posts from you!

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

This made my day! Thanks so much.

@NYNJ1974 6 лет назад

I finally understand the difference between UI and UX!!! Thanks for this video!!!!!

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching :)

@ten-ub4xd 4 года назад

tech design is for the curious, creative and engineer minded people, graphic design is for the highly visually and creative mind

@GoldenPea 4 года назад

This is the best and shortest explanation I get

@mothersmucker1 5 лет назад

I've done all three - GD- UI- UX and web dev - out of all of them I enjoy GD work. I enjoy the freedom of the creative process I'm allowed, however with tech products I always feel so constrained - and boxed in. Great video I enjoyed your insight - happy holidays.

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

That's great that you've been able to try so many things and find what you like best! Thanks for the comment.

@grungekookie3298 6 лет назад

Finally everything I wanted to know in one channel. Thank you so much!

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

So glad this is helpful! Let me know if you have any specific topics you want me to cover!

@arshiamadan5727 3 года назад

SO TRUEEE

@ScutuRC 6 лет назад

Thanks for the video Christine, very well done! Be a God and do them all! :D In my opinion you can't really be a good designer without having a creative mind with a colourful imagination. As soon as you realize that you can imagine things (typography, apps, websites, games, products, banners, logos, clothes, cars etc) that nobody has seen before and also you can put them down on a paper or on a screen and they are easy to use and understand by the others, you can call yourself a designer. After this when you specialize yourself on a specific field then you start adding that name before Designer in your title, like Graphic, Web, Product, UI/UX, AR, VR, Fashion, Interior, etc Designer.

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Thanks for the comment!

@LadyMissNeptune 5 лет назад

One of the best explanations about UI UX that I ever heard. Thank you for clearing things up for me.

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

Happy to help! Thanks for the comment 😀

@jacobhutchinson332 4 месяца назад

I have an associates degree in graphic design and I am currently taking Google certification program in UX design. I realize that they both correlate in the same field so I feel I want to still be I graphic design

@mractour5957 5 лет назад

Seriously just the best discription video I was searching for. Subscribed* awesome content!

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

Awesome! This video was one of my very first and I actually just posted an updated version to this video today! Hope you like it, thanks for subscribing :)

@perezgroupfilm 6 лет назад

Amen Sister!!!! The most complete and efficient explanation of what the (graphic) design field is today. Thanks

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Thanks so much, Jerry!

@tinnguyen2219 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for sharing this useful data! Greatly appreciated.

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

Thanks for the comment!

@chrisgonzalez9407 6 лет назад

I finally understand! Thanks, Design Gal. This video was super useful 🙌🏻

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Awesome! Thanks, Chris!

@abbinmathew2732 6 лет назад

Thank you so much for the simple explanation

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching :)

@odesignsk9689 6 лет назад

That was really well explained. very good

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Really glad you found it helpful! Thank you :)

@g30rg3-c5 5 лет назад

Extremely informative, thanks for such a great summary, much appreciated.

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

So glad you liked it, George!

@ShivaniKumari-wy8ut 3 года назад

I am confused between which course graphic design and ui/ux design pls help mee

@armaniBEE808 2 года назад

Thank you for this break down.

@marieking5969 3 года назад

Wish I’d seen this before I’d done a Ux design bootcamp. I think I like graphic design more…

@patriciaalexis7696 5 лет назад

I really really appreciate that video Thank You So Much. Things are more clear for me now :)

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

So glad you found this helpful, Patricia!

@ksmes 4 года назад

Great explanation and packed with valuable information thank you!

@DesignGal 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@RohitJalan 6 лет назад

Finally understood what on earth ui ux is, thank you !

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

You're welcome! Thanks for watching :)

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

I have a few more videos on the subject if you're interested!

@karikakahuate 6 лет назад

Thanks for the video! Was exactly what I was looking for to know more about graphic and ui/ux design. I come from a graphic design and advertising and I want to transition to ui/ux, I felt it is ux more my thing! Thanks again, you really helped me! I have a question. For transition to ui/ux what are the path we should acquire knowledge? Basic code language, and what else? And how much time we should expect to learn until we have a good fundation of ui and ux design before looking for a job?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

So glad you found this helpful, Kari! I myself transitioned from graphic design and advertising to UI/UX, so it is absolutely possible. Basic coding knowledge is certainly helpful. I also recommend studying interactive design and the principles of user experience. You gave me a great idea for a video to talk about how to make the switch! Thanks for watching :)

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

You should watch my video called "How to Break Into Tech" :)

@karikakahuate 6 лет назад

Design Gal - Christine Maggi I saw it too! It's awesone! I've seen it three times! Thanks!

@karikakahuate 6 лет назад

Design Gal - Christine Maggi cool! Thanks!! I will research all! Thanks for your recommendations!! Thank you thank you!!

@emberN 3 года назад

a bit lengthy. good info. 2017, do you have an updated one?

@DesignGal 3 года назад

Hi! I actually did an update to this video called "Graphic Design vs. UI/UX Part 2" take a look and tell me what you think :)

@emberN 3 года назад

@@DesignGal going there now! =D

@cassieandrews5182 6 лет назад

Hi Christine! I'm glad to come across you. Just what I'm searching about at this point. Is there an online UX/UI course that you recommend? I'm a traditional artist looking to get into this field.

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hello! As a traditional artist you already have a great foundation for design. There are a few courses I've come across but since I have not taken them myself I cannot make a personal recommendation. I will be starting a video series soon on getting started in design, so definitely check those out. I will be sharing some resources to learn, including online courses. Best of luck to you!

@shazzy.s 4 года назад

In countries like India, their is huge difference between payout checks when it comes to UI/Ux design and traditional graphic designer, salaries of graphic designer's are in no comparison when it comes to what UI/Ux designers are getting, I hope this might not be a case in any european and American countries.

@DesignGal 4 года назад

Same in the USA.

@equalitythankyou3480 2 года назад

Do the UI designer earn more or the graphic Designers?

@shazzy.s 2 года назад

@@equalitythankyou3480 UI designer.

@renukamane2117 6 лет назад

Thanks i was so cnfused now my visionis become clear

@alij1272 Год назад

Which of them looks good for 10-20 years? thank you God bless much love.

@620annika 4 года назад

Would you say working as a UX/UI designer helps you take on both the tech/strategy and the visual design role? I would love to do both and work across the project's entire life cycle. Is this most common in mid sized digital design agencies?

@DesignGal 4 года назад

Yes, definitely! There are some UI/UX roles in agencies but most are at startups or in-house.

@pritamarora349 5 лет назад

very thank you... helped me a lot with all these tech buzzwords.

@Musiquedecor 5 лет назад

Thanks for this video, gonna be sending some questions over IG for you, thanks again.

@Babysisc 7 лет назад

Thank you this video was so helpful.

@DesignGal 7 лет назад

You're so welcome, Candace! Please let me know if there is anything specific you would like me to talk about :)

@arshiamadan5727 3 года назад

your videos are really helpful

@sage4687 6 лет назад

I have applied for a Graphic Design course for college next year but I want become a ux/ui designer. I don't have a lot of experience with Photoshop and web design but I do want to learn... Do u think that would be a good move to start?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Graphic design will definitely help you in becoming a ui/ux designer. You should watch my video on Breaking into Tech as a Graphic Designer where I talk about this a little more. You should also try to take any web or UX classes that are available to you! Hope that helps, thanks for watching :)

@SaimonKite 4 года назад

Thanks

@ozadaaelem Год назад

Hii Gal. It was wonderful to find your page. It's very helpful. I would be glad if you can help me . I want to learn graphic design or UI design but the place I want to apply sending me UX brochure and they say its part of UI. If I want to create ads or posters, videos... what should I start with step 1,2,3 exactly? 😊

@user-bi5zt3nr3k 5 лет назад

you're cool! Thanks a lot for your videos!

@akanshaagarwal6125 5 лет назад

In an advertising agency who is more important? •graphic designer •ui/Ux designer

@shriviyasr3848 5 лет назад

Graphic designer.

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

It depends entirely on the project. Both are valuable for different reasons.

@rimerquiroz6681 6 лет назад

Why not be both!!

@gentianndoj5410 5 лет назад

Hi! I want to learn Web Design ( HTML CSS JS ), but I want something to help or connect with Web Design. What I should to learn, UI UX or Graphic Design??

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

Hello. I would suggest UI or UX design if you want to work specifically for the web.

@divyab2834 5 лет назад

Thank you 🙏💕

@kwaniie 7 лет назад

only 3 mins in and I know I will love the rest of the video. this is so helpful and clearly explained to the T, thank you Christina!!!

@DesignGal 7 лет назад

Oh my gosh you are so awesome for these comments! I love being able to help others learn what I had to learn and provide an easier way for those who are coming into this industry than I had 😝 , so your comments mean a lot! If you have ANY requests please send them over, always looking for new ideas! Thank yo so much 💛💛

@e.m2118 3 года назад

Thanks for this video, I am looking to transition from illustration into UI design, this was super informative and helped define what all the differences are.

@DesignGal 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ferfleur 6 лет назад

I'm the 100 subscriber! Yaaayyy!!!

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Oh my gosh!! This is crazy! Thanks so much for subscribing

@editoraanunciar 2 года назад

Nice content!

@relaxinglava3461 3 года назад

I am a photo editor with having passion and hunger for editing.

@MustafaAlSharifi 7 лет назад

Great explanation.

@DesignGal 7 лет назад

Thank you, Mustafa! Let me know if you have any follow-up questions I can address in another video :)

@shedoesstrategy 6 лет назад

Hi there, Thank you so much for this video it was exactly what I needed! I come from a traditional graphic design background, and have been working as a WordPress designer for close to 12 years now. I am tired of the traditional and looking to break into UX. I looked into just going after a AA in UX from a local Community College here in Austin, but I am scared I won't like that even after I do all of it. I simply don't like any of the polishing or "varnishing" as you say. I am just burnt out, however I do love research and analytics. Where would be a good place to start? Just start taking some classes? Thanks!

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hi Rachael! So glad you found this helpful. I think any classes you can take will give you a good sense of if you will like it or not. You can also specialize in the things you DO like. Research/analytics are HOT HOT HOT right now and companies are paying huge salaries for those who can do extensive UX research and analyze data. You might be able to find classes specifically on that! Good luck :)

@shedoesstrategy 6 лет назад

Thanks I'll look into the research and analytics as that is actually the niche I wanted to go into. Do you find most need a degree to get your foot in the door or just experience and classes? I don't have a degree. Just 2 years of design school and all work experience.

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Honestly, what matters the most is your experience and portfolio. I've seen many designers who are self-taught or have a degree in something other than design and they do just fine! As long as you can show that you can do the work, that's all that counts.

@nirmalyamukherjee6669 6 лет назад

Thank you .....

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching!

@divyab2834 5 лет назад

I have applied for bsc in gaming or animation and I want to become a ux designer, is it possible to become an ux designer after choosing the above mentioned course?? And is it a degree to hold??

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

I think you can become a UX designer from many different fields. Those two you mentioned will have transferrable skills, definitely. If you want more info, I have a video on what major you should take for UX specifically.

@monotraumatik8491 5 лет назад

Hey thank you for clearing it all out, I have a question though, which one of these would you recommend in context of the amount of money you can earn and also the scope of these professions?

@DesignGal 4 года назад

UX, UI, and Product Design are where the money is these days.

@kamo8741 6 лет назад

Is it possible to be good at every single style?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

It's definitely possible but you will find that most designers are stronger in certain areas over others.

@kamo8741 6 лет назад

@@DesignGal Yes, think so too. You can be good but there will be others who will be better.

@raystarzee3929 5 лет назад

Just brainstorming what type of design job would be best for me. I like to design mobile apps, website and also do poster designs but I don't like writing a lot (which involves In UX). Im thinking which one should I go for ?

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

Many companies are starting to hire "UX Writers" or "Content Strategists" that do a lot of the writing. Since you like doing a variety of things I would suggest UX designer or working in an agencies that does both digital and print design (for the posters).

@raystarzee3929 5 лет назад

@@DesignGal Many thanks and keep up with the awesome vids!

@kimberlyalvarez3039 6 лет назад

If i have a computer science degree can i be a graphic designer

@QwerpOS 5 лет назад

No. Unless you freelance.

@vc6218 5 лет назад

Yes, look more into ux design or front end developing

@chandrakantayare5437 3 года назад

Can you please help???I'm final year mcs student,having knowledge of html/css and having good skills of sketching,drawing on paper but i refer another artists sketch from Pinterest but now I'm confused what is better for me whether graphic or ui..and I don't have any knowledge how to use any software of it but keen to learn it and interested in designing/explore more it but can't decide one.😏😏

@DesignGal 3 года назад

Play around with some different software and see how it goes! Also think about what kind of things you want to work on or problems you want to solve.

@zk5640 7 лет назад

This literally cleared all the doubts i had! Cheers from India :D

@DesignGal 7 лет назад

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching. I am jealous of all the delicious Indian food you probably eat all the time! :)

@AbdallahUsama 2 года назад

Did I need to learn coding if I'm going into UIX

@DesignGal 2 года назад

You don't need to be an advanced coder, but understanding basic HTML and CSS will really help you if you design any UIs.

@jhassee 4 года назад

Glad to find you here! Subscribe!!

@Mr379789 6 лет назад

Thanks a lot for this video. I have a question related to job longevity. Initially I wanted to become 3D designer, but I found out later that every time, when I will finish project I will be fired, despite how brilliant artist I'am. Does this refer to Web or UI/UX design specialists???

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hi there! Are you taking contract or project-based jobs that end after the project is complete? There are a lot of contract-based positions for UI/UX but a lot of full time jobs as well. If you are getting let go from your jobs due to performance issues, try to get feedback and improve where you can. Best of luck to you!

@Mr379789 6 лет назад

Thank you)

@janeraeburn6412 6 лет назад

Would you say that it's highly advantageous to be able to do both?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Absolutely! Although, usually someone will be more experienced or stronger in one or the other. Thanks for watching, Jane!

@aet523 6 лет назад

So should we get a ba in graphic design then study ux/ui? How do we study for ux/ui, I’ve typed in ux/ui programs but it doesn’t seems colleges have that as a specific major. So what do I look for when looking for college courses to get into ux/ui? Can u get a job as as ux designer if you major in design and minor in comp science?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

UI/UX programs are a little hard to study in college simply because there aren't many programs for it yet, as you found! A lot come from a graphic design background, but others study psychology, Human/Computer Interaction (HCI), and some are entirely self-taught. If you go to school for design, hopefully they will have some web design classes or UX classes, even if it's not a major. If you major in design and minor in computer science, I think that would be an excellent combo to be a web designer as you will learn some programming. For UI/UX, you don't necessarily need to learn how to code, but it is helpful. I suggest you study what really interests you and what you are really passionate about, and if you don't have UI/UX courses in school, find some resources elsewhere and teach yourself. Hope that helps! Thanks for the comment :)

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hey, I just posted a video on college majors for UI/UX. Definitely check it out if you haven't already!

@lianapapyan2075 5 лет назад

Will you help me pls? Do you think it's better to take a graphic design course first and then pass onto UI/UX, or can I attend a UI/UX course straightaway without any background knowledge?

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

I think either one can work, but it depends on if you want to focus more on the visual/UI design side or on the pure UX/research side. If you want to be heavily involved in the UI/visual design, I think a graphic design course will definitely help.

@lianapapyan2075 5 лет назад

@@DesignGal thank you very much for your reply:)

@jonahimmanuel9678 6 лет назад

Can please say how can I calculate a Dp in pixels... Or 6dp means 6 pixels.. In illustrate...?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hey Jonah, you might find this helpful! pixplicity.com/dp-px-converter

@jonahimmanuel9678 6 лет назад

Design Gal - Christine Maggi thank you sister...for quick reply...

@gowhop 3 года назад

Is it necessary for someone aspiring to be a UI designer to also be a UX Designer? Can someone find a job with only the title of UI designer? I enjoy your videos they're informative.

@DesignGal 3 года назад

Not necessary but definitely helpful. There are far more job openings for UI/UX or Product design which includes both UI and UX than there are just UI. If you don't want to do much UI and really focus on the visuals, you can also look into Visual Design jobs or Design System jobs. Hope that helps!

@tahminasumi8 5 лет назад

as a freelancer graphic design or responsive web design, which is better?

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

It all depends on what you like to do! Or being able to do both would make you even more competitive.

@2002k1 5 лет назад

Share your thoughts on pursuing a degree in virtual technology design

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

Now that is something I don't know a whole lot about, but it never hurts to get ahead of the curve with a field like AR/VR etc.

@sandra9228 5 лет назад

Which one is easier? and how much schooling do both need?

@DesignGal 5 лет назад

Easier? I would say graphic design has less considerations to think about but that doesn't necessarily make it easier, per se. Schooling varies as well, check out my video on going to school vs. self-taught :)

@garimajain3666 6 лет назад

Hey Christine, thanks a lot! This video is really helpful. I have done my under graduation in Interior design, and I am planning to do my masters in UX/UI or graphic design. Is it necessary to have an engineering background for UX/UI design? Also, can you please tell me what are some good colleges according to you for studying UX/UI course in USA or Canada? Thanks :)

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hello! It is not necessary to have an engineering background for these roles, but at least knowing the basics of HTML and CSS will help you in your designs and make you more valuable to the team/open you up to more opportunities. I don't know of many good college programs for UI/UX since it is relatively new to being taught, but I am sure there are some out there. I would try researching for some, look at where the graduates and up and try to contact them about their experiences before enrolling, though. I will try to find some online resources for this stuff and do a video about it soon! Thanks for watching :)

@garimajain3666 6 лет назад

Hey thanks! yes they are very few colleges for UX/UI programs specifically. I have seen your other video about differences between Visual communication, UX/UI, and product design. Most of the colleges are offering Communication design/graphic design course. There are a plethora of terms for visual designs!! Colleges have started this new program of digital design as well, and after seeing the course description, I was not able to relate it with UI design or interaction design at all. It would be a great help if you could clear one more thing. A graphic designer can work in any field print or digital media like UI design by putting the right kind of work in the portfolio, right? So If I study graphic design, I will be open to both traditional graphic or UI design, but If I study UI design, I will be limited to only digital media right? Sorry, if there are too many questions, just wanted to clear things out. Your other videos are also very helpful. Thanks again :)

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

You are right, most design programs in college are focused on graphic or visual design. These will still give you a great foundation for getting into any interactive design, but may not focus on design specifically for these applications-that you will have to learn elsewhere or teach yourself. If you find a program that is specifically geared toward UI design, it will likely be more focused on these types of design applications and less about traditional media (print design, advertising, logos, etc.), but I'm sure many of the same design principles will be taught. If you know you want to focus in interaction design doing Visual or UI design, a focused program would probably be ideal but you should get a lot out of a graphic design program if you can't find one. Hope that helps!

@garimajain3666 6 лет назад

It is definitely helpful. Thanks a lot!

@abdulrehmansaudagar8688 2 года назад

Hey garima can you give me your insta id. Wanna talk regarding ux designing course

@TS-vu1bj 6 лет назад

Hello, you have beautiful passion to help some body to have great knowledge. Kan you please make practical video, love it young lady.

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@supermantien3999 4 года назад

I struggle with code a lot

@DesignGal 4 года назад

ME TOO.. that's why I don't do it! haha

@levinthomas3537 4 года назад

which degree should i persue to become ui/ux designer?

@DesignGal 4 года назад

Hi there! I have a video on this very topic :) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-xQN2X9a50uM.html. Hope it helps!

@jacobtran4010 6 лет назад

you're a cutie. Just found your channel. I'm currently torn between ios development or product designer... can you tell me what traits would make a good product designer?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hi Jacob! Definitely check out my videos called "Should You be a Designer" and "Traits of a Good Designer".. I think most of that would still apply to product design specifically. Being purely a developer is a lot different than being a product designer, bur if you can do both that will give you a lot of opportunities and make you more valuable to companies. Good luck!

@jprince3 7 лет назад

Hi design gal, thanks for the great video. I had some questions. I am wanting to transition from my sem (ppc, data reporting, analytics etc) career into potentially ux/ui i would be very green. Do you think I would be missing the boat if I started now with evening education and practice? (i have a family so cannot take a huge financial hit). Or would I be better adding to my digital marketing career vs transitioning? Also it looks like ux ui has good earning potential $75k + ($90k avg) . Thoughts on This? Accurate? Increasing? Decreasing? Do many ux/ui professionals code or rather do they need to understand code enough to create feasible prototypes like you mentioned? I am nervous about needing to be a coder, I like the idea of it but my brain just doesn't think that way. I can memorize but not be creative with code. Lastly. Thoughts on job security/longevity of the career. I don't want to start over again and I know there is no crystal ball but just your thoughts as the emergence of ai and robotics come into serious play for our futures and livelihoods. Thank you sorry I had a lot of questions. I liked and subscribed 😁

@DesignGal 7 лет назад

Hello Jacob! Thank you for watching and subscribing :) It is never to late to learn something new and people are coming into this field at a wide variety of ages. To answer your questions: I actually think your SEM/Analytics background would be really helpful, especially if you want to do UX for web. Not many designers have an SEM background so I think you would have a great edge there and there would be a handful of companies that would be very attracted to that skillset. UX salaries are very good and I think $75k+ is accurate but you are right, the average salary that I'm seeing these days is $100k+. I am not fully UX and more on the visual/UI design side so those salaries aren't quite as high as UX, but still pretty good. I find that if you want to be more on the design side like myself, having coding skills is a definite plus and will allow you to apply for more jobs than if you did not have coding skills. However, if you want to do purely UX (by that I mean user research, testing, IA, workflows, wireframing, prototyping etc), most UX jobs do not require any coding skills as they have a UI or Visual designer (like myself) to do the design and a developer to do all the code. Many prototyping tools these days are no code required, either! Unless a job specifically wants you to prototype in code, you can get by with these prototyping tools (like Marvel, InVision, etc.) Re: job security. I definitely see AI and other emerging technologies like AR/VR coming in to play in the next 10 years. What design and/or UX will look like applied to those fields is yet to be seen, but I do think that having a UX background will apply to many things in the future. But something that is even hotter/more highly paid that you might want to look into is "Big Data" which with your background shouldn't be much of a stretch. So many companies now are collecting so much data, yet they do not know what to do with it or how to synthesize it. These jobs are making very big bucks and are in high demand and low supply. Either way you go, I think you will be just fine! Let me know if I can answer any more questions, thanks again!

@lon3537 2 года назад

So is this different from a full stack developer?

@DesignGal 2 года назад

Yes, a developer is someone who writes the code that makes a website or app work. They do not design how it looks or works from the user perspective.

@lon3537 2 года назад

@@DesignGal oh thank you for clarifying!

@NadiaNj 4 года назад

Im sorry but saying that traditional design is mostly about aestetics is not correct. You may be need to reevaluate this statement.

@DesignGal 4 года назад

Thanks for the comment! I'm genuinely curious: what would you say traditional graphic design is about?

@NadiaNj 4 года назад

To say it’s just mainly about aesthetics is to down play it’s meaning and function in the world. It’s all about communication. To say that making something look good is to say that it’s not particularly all that important. It’s subjective. I’m sure this is not what you meant though but I find it is crucial to correctly represent it because it is important to understand that graphic design and design in general doesn’t have lesser value than any other profession. Each decision made about what something will “look like” or what FUNCTION it will have comes from a deeper knowledge of communication and human understanding of things around us, whether is it print or digital. Everything has function and it communicates something the aesthetic just happens to come into play from the careful decision making of the process and it looks good for that very reason, the design just simply follows the “formula” that makes something look and feel great on top of its other functions. I hope this make some sense. It’s an interesting topic to explore nevertheless. Thanks

@jaffersathick4867 6 лет назад

Awesome video. I am 2 years experience in web designing i am well in development side but i actually love designing so I want to become ui designer. How to move ui design with the experience of 2 years web design. Please explain about a ui design completely.

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Thanks, Jaffer. I think you will find this video helpful for learning about UI design and how to learn it: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-SaXCpSiHvcI.html

@jaffersathick4867 6 лет назад

Thanks for a video suggestion. My question is web design to ui design possible? Because graphics designer are more to go ui design.

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

I would say that web design to UI design is even better than coming from graphic design because you already have a really deep understanding of how the web works and how designs are translated into code. You should have a fairly easy transition I would think!

@kenthoselton738 6 лет назад

Does anybody know how much a major in graphic design and a minor in computer science could help me get into ui/ ux?

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hey Kent! Having a CS minor will REALLY help you get into ui/ux! Any development you can learn will help you become more valuable and be able to design specifically for those applications. I have a friend who did just that and she is killing it! Good luck :)

@kenthoselton738 6 лет назад

Design Gal - Christine Maggi thank you so much! You have been extremely helpful :)

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Anytime!

@Badiehifri 6 лет назад

is there any website or somthing that makes me work in graphic design online ??

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

Hey, I am not sure what you mean-like a place to find jobs?

@ferfleur 6 лет назад

Oh! I also wanna know that! I'm from Brasil and I want to know an international site to find jobs. Because here the payment is too low. They pay around R$400,00 for a logotype, which means less than a 100 dollars for a brand. T__T

@DesignGal 6 лет назад

I would look at freelance design sites like remote.com, upwork.com, and there may be a few others. Sometimes you can search social media sites for "freelance design" and find jobs that way. Hope that helps!