I have a degree in Landscape Architecture where I studied design modules and learnt to use Photoshop, and I gained a skill in presentation and layout because the website of the free templates I want to get into Graphic Design and I have created a portfolio of work using Photoshop, in design, and Illustrator to produce examples of brochure design, leaflets, posters, photography, advertising, marketing and corporate ID. I had a job for 12 months where half of my job was doing graphic design work using Coral draw. I am currently gaining experience as a Junior Graphic Designer at a Design company, but its occasional. I have done a course in Web design, so now I am capable of using Dream weaver as well. Do I need to gain a formal qualification to get in to Graphic Design or can I get in by having just having a portfolio and some work experience? Will employers ignore me because I have no formal qualification in GD?
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Do I Need To Gain a Formal Qualification to Get In To Graphic Design
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I have a mate here at uni who has a degree in graphic design and she is having trouble finding work 
That said, oldfart does have a point, although I would suggest getting a qualification and then starting at the bottom and working up. that way you tick both boxes. Granted, it takes alot longer though.
That said, oldfart does have a point, although I would suggest getting a qualification and then starting at the bottom and working up. that way you tick both boxes. Granted, it takes alot longer though.