Lower Risk

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Graphic Designer

AI is increasingly impacting graphic design through tools that automate image generation, layout design, and content creation. LLMs and generative AI models like DALL-E, Midjourney, and Adobe Firefly are enabling faster prototyping and design exploration. Computer vision assists in image editing and manipulation, while AI-powered layout tools streamline the design process. However, the uniquely creative and strategic aspects of graphic design, particularly those involving brand identity and complex campaign development, remain less susceptible to full automation in the near term.

Top risks:

Developing visual concepts and designs for various media (e.g., websites, brochures, advertisements)60%
Selecting colors, images, typography, and layout for designs50%
Presenting design concepts to clients and stakeholders20%

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Web Designer

AI is increasingly impacting web design through tools that automate code generation, content creation, and layout optimization. LLMs can generate website copy and code snippets, while computer vision can assist in image selection and optimization. AI-powered design tools are streamlining workflows, but the need for creative vision and user-centric design thinking remains crucial.

Top risks:

Conceptualizing and planning website designs based on client needs40%
Creating wireframes and prototypes to visualize website structure and functionality60%
Designing the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) of websites50%

Side-by-Side Metrics

Metric	Graphic Designer	Web Designer
Risk Score	66%	71%
Risk Level	High Risk	Critical Risk
Timeline	2-5 years	2-5 years
Category	general	general
Tasks at Risk	6 tasks	7 tasks
Skills at Risk	4 skills	6 skills
Safe Skills	5 skills	6 skills

Risk Comparison

Graphic Designer66%

Web Designer71%

Graphic Designer has 5 percentage points lower risk than Web Designer.

Tasks at Risk

Graphic Designer Tasks at Risk

Developing visual concepts and designs for various media (e.g., websites, brochures, advertisements)60%

1-3 years

Selecting colors, images, typography, and layout for designs50%

1-3 years

Presenting design concepts to clients and stakeholders20%

5-10 years

Collaborating with marketing and communication teams to develop campaigns30%

5-10 years

Using design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) to create and edit designs70%

1-3 years

Web Designer Tasks at Risk

Conceptualizing and planning website designs based on client needs40%

5-10 years

Creating wireframes and prototypes to visualize website structure and functionality60%

2-5 years

Designing the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) of websites50%

5-10 years

Writing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code to implement website designs80%

1-3 years

Optimizing website performance for speed, SEO, and mobile responsiveness70%

1-3 years

Skills Comparison

Graphic Designer -- Safe Skills

Complex brand strategy developmentClient communication and relationship managementOriginal creative conceptingUnderstanding nuanced cultural contextsProviding constructive feedback on AI-generated designs

Graphic Designer -- Skills at Risk

Basic image editingLayout design for standard formatsColor palette selectionGenerating initial design concepts

Web Designer -- Safe Skills

Creative visionUser empathyClient communicationComplex problem-solvingStrategic thinkingBrand storytelling

Web Designer -- Skills at Risk

HTML codingCSS stylingBasic JavaScriptWireframingPrototypingImage optimization

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