As of June 2026, Graphic Designer has an AI-exposure score of 63/100 (High exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Graphic Designer

63/100
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More exposed than 75% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$58,910.

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Your tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Produce layouts and assets
  • Prepare digital files for printing.
  • Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.
  • Iterate on visual variations
  • Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.
  • Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
  • Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.
  • Use computer software to generate new images.
  • Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
  • Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer.
  • Study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services.
  • Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.
  • Prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing.
Augmentable
  • Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
  • Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
  • Research the target audience of projects.
  • Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes.
  • Develop creative concepts
  • Research new software or design concepts.
Durable
  • Align design to brand and goals

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