University of Manitoba
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design is a four-year program that blends creative exploration with professional skill development in visual communication. Students learn principles of design, typography, branding, and layout through both digital and traditional mediums. Emphasis is placed on conceptual thinking, technical proficiency, and portfolio development. Graduates are prepared for careers in graphic design, publishing, advertising, digital media, and user interface development, or may pursue further studies or freelance creative work.
Job Title | NOC Code | Salary Range (CAD) | Job Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Graphic Designer | 52120 | $50,000 - $80,000 | Designs visual content for branding, marketing, websites, and social media, using digital tools to communicate messages effectively. |
Illustrator | 52120 | $45,000 - $75,000 | Creates illustrations and custom artwork for publications, advertising, packaging, and multimedia platforms. |
Graphic Arts Technician | 52111 | $45,000 - $65,000 | Prepares layouts, proofing, and prepress work for print and digital production using specialized software and hardware tools. |
Creative Technology Manager | 20012 | $85,000 - $130,000 | Oversees digital and creative technology teams, managing design systems, software platforms, and production workflows. |
UI Hardware Integration Specialist | 21311 | $75,000 - $110,000 | Applies engineering principles to develop and integrate hardware interfaces with visual design systems for user-centric digital products. |