r/GraphicDesignPH

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This is a big corporation, and yet they cannot afford to hire a competent graphic designer?

Credit to Paul Tirol from fb

I have a few clients. I do the design work. They give me the content/prompt then I do the design part.

My clients' request lately are repetitive. They usually give me AI generated prompts or content then I do the creative work. I try to give a bit or creative or human touch at times but you have to do what the client wants you to do. Mostly they like it more if you just stick to their instructions 😅 They pay good naman.

Lately though I've been struggling with creating and I don't like the feeling I get when my clients give me new deliverables to create. I don't like what I'm creating and I don't feel excited about creating anymore. Is this burnout? How do you deal with this when most of your clients are inclined to use AI generated content?

i know this is vague and wide, but i just want to know if i am working too long on my tasks because of my suspected adhd or burnout...

say for example, as someone who works in ecommerce where images are usually detailed, how long does it take you to edit photos? a product listing? a product packaging? an a+ content?

is it normal for me that it takes me hours to finish an image? cause admittedly i don't fully lock in and i get side tracked when i'm working and i want to know if that is normal or not

so far my manager says good things about me and nothing about delays but i feel like i take on tasks too long sometimes

I’m interested in trying out graphic design, but I’m not sure if it’s realistic since I didn’t finish a multimedia/graphic design-related course. I also don’t have any prior work experience in the field.
My background is mostly in BPO, which doesn’t really relate to the graphic artist jobs I want to apply for. I know it’s probably going to be difficult, especially starting from scratch, but I’d like to try and see if I can make it work.
For those who are self-taught or came from a completely different background, how did you get started? Is a degree really necessary, or can a good portfolio and skills make up for it? Pls advise ☹️

is it important to have any certifications in graphic designing? do I have to do certifications for me to get better offers?

Looking for a 3d designer that’s good at rendering spaces preferably in the uk or similar time zone. Ideally with experience doing event renders, pop up installs etc. Please share portfolios. $300 a day rate

I ask this because I was let go from my graphic design job yesterday. With the job market just __hellish__I wanted to know what all everyone else was doing with their fine arts degree.

I also kind of want some ideas if I have to start looking broader in scope. Part of my job involved website creation so I thought about UI/UX, but I live in CT and have a family so I can't simply relocate.

Would love to start a discussion!

I am looking for someone who is a graphic designer and has relevant skills to design illustration, plan User Interface for website and can help in product design.

Interested people dm me.

Hi everyone! I’m a Senior Graphic Designer based in the PH, currently working remotely with a US-based creative studio that focuses on branding and websites for interior designers. I’ve been with this client for 3 years now. I started at $1,000/month, then moved to $1,100/month for my current 2-year contract.

My contract is coming up for renewal and renegotiation, so I’d really appreciate some perspective on how to price my current level of work. Honestly, medyo nahihirapan ako mag-price myself because my role has grown quite a lot since my last contract.

When I started, my work was mainly focused on graphic design and branding. Over the past two years, though, my responsibilities have expanded into website design and builds, website copy, branding, case studies, SEO, accessibility, content, AI workflows, client communication, and internal processes.

A big part of my work now involves designing and building Squarespace websites for U.S.-based interior designers. I’ve worked with 30+ clients, contributed to 40+ case studies, completed around 10 full website builds, and worked on 6 rebrands. I also led the rebrand and website redesign for the studio itself, which launched in 2025.

Beyond design, I’ve also taken on SEO and ADA-conscious design, content and presentations, brand strategy, AI workflows and prompt development, research and design recommendations, process organization, and various client-related tasks. My role has definitely become much broader than what was originally outlined in my contract.

My current title is Senior Graphic Designer, but I’m also considering whether Senior Brand & Web Designer better reflects what I actually do now.

I’m based in the PH and work 40 hours/week as a remote contractor for a U.S.-based company.

For those with experience in similar roles, what monthly USD rate would you consider fair for this scope of work and level of experience?

I’m not trying to maximize the number just for the sake of it. I’d like to understand what would be a realistic and defensible range based on the responsibilities, experience, and value involved.

I’d especially appreciate perspectives from you guys who work with U.S. companies, as well as designers handling a similar mix of branding, web, and strategy.

Hi! I'm a fresh grad and I want to ask for any tips on how to improve my current portfolio. My portfolio is mostly graphic design tasks from my experience in school organizations, my freelance work, and my internship. I also included some of my information, skills, and experience.

I use Canva as the platform I am comfortable with. I only have foundational skills in Adobe tools. 😓

Also, this is not in a way of downgrading myself. But I did not graduate from an arts-related degree, but from a business degree. I would say my "the one that got away" course is really multimedia/graphic deisgn so as much as possible, I want my first job to be in an environment where I'm passionate about.

I know how the current job market, specifically for this type of industry, is really in-demand for graduates who took up art-related degrees. Any tips would be appreciated. Thank you so much! 😊

Hey guys, looking for a really talented Designer who is good at: Motion Design, Logo Design, and Video Editing

Additionally good with AI and other digital art forms like Branding/Photoshop etc.

The salary will be competitive.

Realistically, this is probably a senior designer.

Share your insta/websites/portfolios etc below.

Or if you know someone who is a good fit comment them below.

Hi everyone! I recently applied for a Junior Graphic Designer position at a US-based company, and I’ve already gone through two interviews — first with HR and then with the hiring manager.

HR contacted me earlier and told me that I’ll be having another interview later with the CEO. It’ll be at 3 AM PH time.

I’m honestly pretty nervous because I’ve never had a CEO interview before.

For those who have experienced this, what was your CEO interview like? What do you think they’ll focus on at this stage? Would it be more about my personality and culture fit, or should I expect more questions about my design skills and experience?

I’d also really appreciate it if you could share some possible questions they might ask and any tips on how I can prepare.

I’m trying to prepare as much as I can. So thank you in advance!

i would like to work in any creative job like photography, styling, interior design, graphic design, etc but i studied psychology (since it is the second thing i liked the most) because i wanted a backup plan in case dedicating my life to art did not pay me enough to live. i graduated recently and i haven't explored any options having to do with art or creativity. what should i do? how do i start?

Remote Photoshop Artist – Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)

USA-based company is looking for a skilled Photoshop Artist to join our team in a full-time, work-from-home position.

Responsibilities include:

• Resize and reshape images and artwork
• Composite two or more images into a finished design
• Edit, clean up, and prepare images for production
• Make accurate adjustments based on provided instructions
• Maintain consistent quality across multiple projects

Requirements:

• Strong Adobe Photoshop skills
• Good eye for detail, proportion, composition, and image quality
• Ability to follow instructions and complete work accurately
• Quality computer capable of handling large Photoshop files
• Fast, reliable internet connection
• Dependable and able to work 40 hours per week
• Comfortable working remotely and communicating online

Position Details:

• Work from home / remote
• 35,000 PHP/month plus extra bonus for quality and accuracy.
• Full-time: 40 hours per week
• This is a non speaking role, but must be able to read and understand English
• USA-based company
• Confidentiality agreement required.
• Pay issued twice per month
• Long-term opportunity for the right person

DM me. Applicants should be able to provide a resume and examples of Photoshop work.

We’re looking for a Graphic Designer/Video Editor to join our team part-time, with the possibility of moving into a full-time role after the initial period.

Position details

• ₱17,000/month for part-time work
• Up to 25 hours per week
• Work from home
• Flexible hours
• Stable, long-term opportunity

Responsibilities

• Create social-media graphics, carousels and promotional content using Canva
• Edit Reels and short-form videos using CapCut
• Add captions, transitions, music and basic effects
• Resize and adapt content for different social-media platforms
• Follow creative briefs, brand guidelines and client instructions
• Complete revisions based on feedback
• Organize project files and completed assets
• Communicate progress and flag possible delays
• Complete assigned work by the agreed deadlines
• Attend occasional online team check-ins when required

Requirements

• Experience using Canva and CapCut
• A portfolio containing social-media designs and short-form videos
• Good written and spoken English
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable computer and internet connection
• Responsive, dependable and comfortable receiving feedback
• Interested in consistent, long-term work

I’m a multimedia designer, 25, here a metro manila. Just resigned to my agency job, dahil sobrang drained nako. Dinahilan ko nadin yung family ko.

Wala akong backup at all haha. Meron akong JO na artist from a bpo company but still, I declined. Rendering nako and wala pako nahahanap. Planning on resting muna from designing dahil I was drained to death w all the EOD deadlines and postings. Honestly, pang-inhouse hanap nila, hindi agency. Medyo nagsisisi ako but, I wanna be brave and make this work. Idk if makakahanap ako agad pero if not, will resort to any work nalang basta meron.

I feel like any industry rn is tight, pero it’s still a mind over matter thing. Yung faith padin nating it’ll work out regardless haha. I don’t know what to tell my peers esp my closest friends. I hope I don’t disappoint them. Cause I did weigh it before I came to this point.

Lowkey, gusto ko magdesign padin tho, kahit entry level sahod ulit, basta may income. :(

Hello! I'm a Fine Arts (VisCom) fresh grad graphic designer. I got into graphic design really young since during the golden era of Wattpad, nagkaroon ng niche community of amateur GDs sa Wattpad and Facebook designing book covers for stories. At 12, I started playing around Photoshop and Ps talaga was the software that I mastered throughout the years. After I graduated I haven't gotten much luck receiving any JOs so I wanted to ask for advice.

While job searching I noticed most GD positions required skills for Adobe InDesign for layout and Adobe After Effects for motion graphics. And Figma too! I'm thinking of upskilling since I only have Ps, Ai, and Pr as my Adobe software lineup and it looks like they're not enough anymore to land a GD position nowadays. 🥺 Which one do you think should I start to learn? And if you have other tips please let me know! 💌

Thank you! ❤️

Small, flat digital creative agency (UK + UAE, working with clients across Europe and the Gulf) is hiring a Motion & Visual Designer with strong design sensibilities.

**The role:**

• Motion graphics, 3D, visual/graphic design, and some light web design work

• You’ll slot into a small remote team (UK + UAE based), not a lead role, but a lot of creative ownership day to day

**What we’re after:**

• Strong motion portfolio, After Effects essential

• Comfortable with 3D (Cinema 4D / Blender)

• Figma for daily collaboration with the dev team

• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and PS)

• Some web design experience

• 3+ years experience

• Bonus points for an interest in AI tools, paid media exposure (in media buying as well), or iGaming/fintech client experience

**The practical bits:**

• Salary: AED 7000–9000/month, based on experience

• Working hours flexible but aligned with mostly with UK time zone (roughly 10–6 or 11–7 Dubai time)

**To apply:** DM me your portfolio (motion work essential) and a couple of lines on your experience. Happy to answer questions in the comments too.