Graphic Artist Jobs in Oakland, CA

A Graphic Artist in the advertising industry is responsible for creating visually compelling design solutions for print, digital, and social media campaigns. They work closely with copywriters, creative directors, and marketing teams to develop concepts and designs that effectively communicate the message and brand of the company. This includes the creation of logos, custom graphics, advertisements, promotional materials, and more. They also ensure that all design elements are visually appealing, consistent, and in line with the company's brand identity.

To be a successful Graphic Artist, one must have strong artistic abilities, including an excellent understanding of color, typography, and composition. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite is essential. A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field is typically required, as well as a strong portfolio showcasing creative abilities and design skills. Core competencies for this role include creativity, attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills. Prior to becoming a Graphic Artist, one might hold roles such as a Junior Designer, Production Artist, or Art Director.

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UI/UX Designer

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Tools: Proficient in Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro UI/UX Knowledge: Strong understanding of user-centered design, usability principles, and accessibility Graphic...

Lead Product Designer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

The portfolio showcases your interaction design expertise, visual design skills, and creative problem-solving ability. Experience with design tools, such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or InVision....

Sr. Industrial Design Engineer, RFP & Spec Gov, NA Ops Eng, GES

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Global Engineering Services (GES) NA Ops Engineering is searching for an innovative and solutions-oriented engineering project leader to lead initiative of developing and delivering next...

Product Designer (contract to hire)

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

, information architecture, and interaction design A passion for continuously learning and exploring new tools, methods, and technologies A portfolio showcasing case studies with a clear process and...

Lead Product Designer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Minimum Requirements Has 7+ years of relevant product design experience at an enterprise tech company Strong skills in visual design, interaction design, and prototyping demonstrated through a portfolio...

Product Designer, Claude Capabilities

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

design conventions that are on the frontier The expected salary range for this position is: Annual Salary: $260,000-$305,000 USD Logistics Education requirements: We require at least a Bachelor's degree...

Product Designer, Dev X

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

design conventions that are on the frontier The expected salary range for this position is: Annual Salary: $260,000-$305,000 USD Logistics Education requirements: We require at least a Bachelor's degree...

Electrical Design Engineer Intern

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description: Here is a glimpse of what you will do: Design mixed analog and digital electronic circuits with microcontrollers, op-amps, power electronics switches, etc. for various electrical...

Electronic Design Engineer

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Location: Palo Alto, CA Description: This is a direct hire and mostly onsite role in Palo Alto, CA or Irvine, CA. Responsibilities: Own the hardware design and lead development of the vehicle...

Mechanical Design Engineer, Electronics System

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer in the Autopilot and Electronics Product Design team to work on low voltage electronics modules. The scope of work...

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Audio

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled and motivated mechanical design engineer in the Autopilot and Electronics Product Design team to work on audio system across various Tesla vehicles. The engineer...

Electronic Design Engineer

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to...

Bim Design Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Dewberry is currently seeking a BIM Design Manager to support our facilities and pipeline teams in CO and CA.This position will be based in our Denver, CO office with virtual work and travel as...

Product Designer (Remote)

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Fireflies.ai is the #1 AI voice assistant -- automating note-taking, making meetings searchable, and turning voice into action & insights. It integrates into Zoom, Google Meet, and all major...

Remote Work

Lead Product Designer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our ideal candidate has an uncanny sense for clean visual design, creating unique, user-centric interactions that transform everyday tasks into engaging, beautifully simple experiences....

Demographic Data for Oakland, CA

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Graphic Artist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Graphic Design
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Graphic Design Essentials: Introduction to Typography
Type is all around us. Its in the books we read, the websites we visit, and the logos we recognise. The study of typography allows us to understand type and how it enables us to communicate and...

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Salary for Graphic Artist Jobs in Oakland, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdvertising research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Graphic Artists in Oakland, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
67.3%
Master's Degree
17.7%
Associate's Degree
8.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
High School or GED
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Graphic Artists in Oakland, CA
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


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