Graphic Designer Jobs in New Jersey

A Graphic Designer in the publishing industry plays a crucial role in creating visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports. Using digital illustration, photo editing software, and layout software, they develop the look of articles, books, magazines, product information, advertisements, or websites. They also select colors, images, text style, and layout, presenting the design to clients or the art director and incorporating changes recommended into the final design.

Important skills for a Graphic Designer in Publishing include proficiency in graphic design software, a strong visual aesthetic, excellent communication skills, creativity, time management, and attention to detail. Certifications in Adobe Creative Suite, especially in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, are highly beneficial. Prior job roles that may lead to a career in graphic design include Junior Graphic Designer, Desktop Publisher, and Art Director. These roles provide opportunities to gain experience and develop the necessary skills for a successful career in graphic design.

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Exhibits Graphic Designer

  • Carteret, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Carteret, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Exhibits Graphic Designer to perform creative and technical work...

Graphic Designer

  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Graphic Designer Zantech Picatinny Arsenal, NJ Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you ready to work with a performance-based small company?...

Graphic Designer

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: INQUIRE FOR DETAILS Job Requirements: BACHELOR'S REQUIRED; INQUIRE FOR DETAILS. Job Criteria: Start Date: 10/01/2025 Position Type: Full-Time Temporary Years of Experience...

Creative Designer

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 3 days ago

About Bally's Corporation Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. Bally's owns and operates 19 casinos across 11 states,...

Production Artist - Print, Mail, and Trademark Licensing Services US-NJ-Princeton Job ID: 2025-20450 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Communications and Public Relations Overview...

Graphic Designer/ Marketing Assistant / Assistant Manager

  • Elmwood Park, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Elmwood Park, NJ
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a Graphic Designer to assist with managing our North Jersey (near Paramus) shop plus run our graphics print shop and assist with managing the location....

Graphic Artist T-Shirt Company

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Looking for someone who is skilled at using art programs like Illustrator, or Corel Draw. We need someone to help make designs, color correct existing art for use by digital printers. Entry Level...

Digital Designer

  • Edgewater, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Edgewater, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Digital Designer For our Edgewater, NJ offices. Who We Are DXagency is more than just a full-service marketing agency. Sure, we are hyper-focused on exceeding our clients' goals and expectations,...

Graphic Designer

  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: [1] Generate and design logo and company images; [2] Provide seasonal editorials in our website, catalog and advertisement; & [3] Revise designs according to needs of company. Job...

Senior Graphic Designer

  • NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • NJ
  • 14 days ago

Must Have Multimedia Specialist You will be responsible for: The roles and responsibilities of Graphic Designer include the following: Designing and working on websites, banners, emailer campaigns to...

Graphic Designer, Packaging

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Position Overview: As a Graphic Designer - Packaging, you will play a key role in creating packaging that truly reflects our brand identity....

Graphic Designer

  • Lyndhurst, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ
  • 19 days ago

Job Description: [1] create and design various graphics for our commercial activities; [2] provide insight on the designs with respect to art decor, artistic impressions, and knowledge of layout...

Gig Opportunity Brochure Designer Needed!

  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 19 days ago

un Gig Opportunity - Brochure Designer Needed! (north bergen nj) compensation: to be determined Looking for a creative and reliable designer to help put together a professional brochure for a...

Graphic Designer III

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 20 days ago

Mandatory Qualifications: Proven experience (8+ years) as a Graphic Designer with brand and creative direction responsibilities, preferably in financial services Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite...

Labeling Graphic Designer II

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 26 days ago

Labeling Graphic Designer II Job Description Job Title: Labeling Graphic Designer II Duration: 5 months Work location & Type: HYBRID, Princeton, NJ Responsible for supporting compliant and efficient...

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Salary for Graphic Designer Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Graphic Designers in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.7%
Master's Degree
18.3%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
High School or GED
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Graphic Designers in New Jersey
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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