These are the highest-paying design jobs in 2022
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Art Director, €52,452
Art directors design visual concepts for promotions and products. They may work in print, online, television, and other media. Depending on their industry, art directors may have previously worked as graphic designers, photographers, or illustrators.
To succeed at this job, you must be able to communicate well and manage a team of artists, as well as having proficiency in relevant design software. It’s a highly creative and often competitive role, so lots of experience is required.
UX Designer, €53,822
UX designis one of the most in-demand careers in the creative industry right now. The term “user experience” (or UX) describes the interaction a person has with a product or service. UX designers shape and create the user journey to make sure it’s as easy and seamless as possible.
To do this, a UX designer will combine product development, strategy, design and market research to create a straight-forward process. Some key skills you’ll need for this role include prototyping and wireframing, user testing, and knowledge of design software.
Read more abouthow to land a job in UX design in 2022 — even if you don’t have experience.
Industrial Designer, €57,275
Industrial designers, or product designers as they’re sometimes called, design just about every single product you use everyday from your toothbrush to your microwave and your car to your light switches. Everything in your home has probably been designed by an industrial designer at one stage or another.
Industrial designers are not only concerned with making products that look good and that are easy and safe to use, they also ensure the product can be made in the most cost-effective and efficient way possible. As a result they need to have excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Design Manager, €61,885
To be successful in this field you need to have great organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a degree from a visual arts program or a related field. You’ll also need some real world work experience under your belt before applying for this leadership role.
So what exactly does a design manager do? Well, their role is varied but they typically manage a design or graphics team and encourage team members throughout each project. They also collaborate with other teams such as marketing and development to make sure the look and feel of the company’s products are up to scratch.
Creative Director, €78,409
In a nutshell, a creative director oversees any creative or artistic project that a company decides to undertake. This can include everything from marketing campaigns to product design. As a result, they can work for a variety of different companies from tech startups to magazines and online publications.
As you can imagine, creative director positions usually require a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in a specific creative field, such as marketing, graphic design, or fine arts. On top of that, you’ll need at least seven years of experience and an impressive portfolio that showcases your talents.
Are you searching for a new design job in 2022? You can find lots of new and exciting roles on theHouse of Talent job boardnow.
Story byRebecca OKeeffe
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