Top 10 Things Graphic Designers Should Know 1. Pay attention to details 2. Understand the goals of the design/project 3.

Have a holistic concept before developing the details 4. Keep your own style! 5. Have a good understanding of client needs 6. Current design trends 7. Time management ! 8. Copyright law 9. Color theory and typography 10. Be able to communicate about and justify design decisions Top 10 Things People who Work with Graphic Designers Should Know 1. Be able to describe in detail what you want the project to achieve, using clear adjectives 2. What actions you want the project to catalyze 3. Target audience 4. Your communication style/culture 5. Its not just about aesthetics; its about conveying a message 6. How to decide what services to select/purchase for a given project 7. The variety of functions that graphic design can deliver 8. Understand the designers timeline and process and your role in that process 9. Be able to pinpoint designs similar to those you would like for your project 10. Be able to identify what you dont want your design to be as well