How much does a Designer make

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Designer salary

40 800 kr

Graphic designers etc.

What will be the salary after tax?

35 400 - 45 500 kr / month

Women earn 88% of what men do.

Kultur, media, design

Salary progression Designer

20142014201520152016201620172017201820182019201920202020202120212022202220232023
Average salary 40 800 kr
Males 43 400 kr
Females 38 300 kr
Profession Designer and its salary
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What Does it Mean to Work as a Graphic Designer?

A Graphic Designer, also known as a Graphic Artist, works on creating visual concepts that communicate ideas and messages to a specific audience. This may involve designing logos, brochures, posters, websites, and other types of graphic materials. The work requires a combination of artistic talent and technical skills, as well as an understanding of marketing and communication.

Salary for Graphic Designers

The average salary for a Graphic Designer is 40 800 SEK per month. However, there is a gender pay gap; men earn an average of 43 400 SEK while women earn 38 300 SEK. This means that women earn approximately 88% of what men do in the same profession. It is also worth noting that the average salary has increased from 40 500 SEK to 40 800 SEK since the last measurement, indicating a positive trend in salary growth for the profession.

Educational Requirements and Qualifications for Becoming a Graphic Designer

To become a Graphic Designer, a degree in graphic design or a related field is usually required. Many employers prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or art. It is also important to have a strong portfolio showcasing examples of previous work and projects. Experience with design programs like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is often a requirement.

Considerations for Working as a Graphic Designer

It is important to have a good understanding of both traditional and digital design principles. Additionally, one should be prepared to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Creativity, attention to detail, and an ability to understand the client's needs are crucial for success in the field. Many Graphic Designers work as freelancers, which means having good business skills to market their services and manage client relationships.

Potential Benefits

Benefits for Graphic Designers can vary depending on the employer and type of employment. Some companies offer paid training and courses to stay updated on the latest design trends and techniques. Other common benefits may include a company-paid mobile phone, computer equipment, and the flexibility to work remotely.

Who has the highest salary?
The highest salary for a Designer is 45500 kr. This salary belongs to a man working in the Privately employed officials with a post-secondary education, 3 years or more. The highest salary for a woman in this profession is 41000 kr.
Who has the lowest salary?
The lowest salary for a Designer is 35400 kr. This salary belongs to a woman also working in the Private sector. The lowest salary for a man in this profession is 38700 kr.
Salary distributed by age and sector
Age Women's salary as a percentage of men's Base salary Monthly salary
25-34 103% 37200 kr 37300 kr
35-44 92% 44100 kr 44200 kr
45-54 93% 42600 kr 42800 kr
Snitt 88% 40700 kr 40800 kr
* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.
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All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession Designer has the SSYK code 2172, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

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