Graphic artists usually plan, analyze and create different visual solutions. They have to accomplish this by applying different techniques within various forms of media, from corporate branding to website designing. This career is very innovative and one would need to have a keen eye design to become well-known. These artists have to create and design graphics, which will meet all the required guidelines for marketing or commercial needs, like logo design, packaging and displays.
For this, they have to use different media for achieving the desired decorative or artistic effects. However, some people often think that they know designing and this would make them a graphic artist. There are a lot of things that they need to understand like composition, line and color theory. Any kind of product made by the graphic artists needs to follow the basic principles of art. Also, they need to know how to use all the latest design programs, like Adobe Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, Quark and Illustrator.
Due to the advent in the web technologies, designing projects also includes using audio visual material, animation and video. The graphic artist has the responsibility of pulling out the entire thing in a cohesive whole. The main ability that a graphic artist needs to posses is adapting to new technologies as they keep developing. They should know the way people usually think. This is known as cognitive thinking, they must not only know in what way people process information, but the artist himself/herself should have excellent cognitive skills.
The ability to visualize the project from start to end, and figuring out not only how it will look, but conveying its message as well is the main job of a graphic designer. If you have a graphic artist degree and these skills, then you should not wait anymore and start the process of job application. Here is an example graphic artist cover letter that can be helpful for you.
Your Contact Information
Joseph Fields
900 North Bend River Road,
Lexington, KY40507
Mobile: 606-887-2730
Employer Contact Information
Ms. Andrea Greer
Penguin Publications,
4880 Irving Road,
Clarington, OH43915
Date: September 1, 2011
Dear Ms. Greer,
Re: Graphic Artist Position
I am writing this application letter in response to your advertisement of a Graphic Artist on www.monsterjobs.com.
Recently, I have completed my Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication with the University of Lexington and would love to make the best use of all the skills that I have developed during my course of study.
Currently, I am working with Glam Media; I started working as a part-time junior graphic artist and now within 12 months I was given complete charge of the graphic designing for their two monthly magazines. In my current position, I was able to use and apply my knowledge from my studies that I completed in the university. I was responsible for pre-press, layout and preparing the print files, also, I worked closely with the senior editors, printers and production staff.
Over the last five years, I have become properly proficient with Adobe CS Suite on Windows XP and Mac OSX. I have the ability to work under pressure for tight deadlines and making sure that the work is produced at the highest level - and along with juggling my full-time studies. Moreover, I have got vast experience in designing magazine pages, flyers, brochures and advertisements.
I like working with a creative team and have got the ability to communicate with the colleagues and managers alike as my references can give you a confirmation. As such, I always believe that I will make a significant contribution to your entire publishing team.
I have attached some of my PDF samples and resume for your review. I will bring my complete portfolio at the time of interview and I look forward for this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Joseph Fields
Your Signature
Enclosure: Resume and Work Sample
As a designer try to add a little designing in your cover letter as well, but at the same time make sure that it is formal also.