Currently and surprisingly, I am in my final semester of my studies, and the prospect of being an actual junior graphic designer is inching closer with each passing day. In fact, right now, I already work as one, taking on several clients at a time and designing their branding and websites. It has become apparent to me through my studies that logo design and branding is where I personally struggle the most, as at times I just don’t reach the end that I want to achieve and get to that cloudy point where my own ideas become fuzzy to me during planning stages. However, personally, I have always had a lot of enthusiasm for websites and designing them. Even if it doesn’t turn out right and is aesthetically unpleasing to the eye, there is a part of me that wants to fix that issue and become satisfied with myself and with the outcome that was quickly accomplished to fix that problem or issue at hand.
As far as working with clients goes well, I don’t choose a particular type that attracts or deters me from a job. To me, it is all about the work that needs to be done. Although at times there is a point where communication is murky at best, finding middle ground and working through problems is always an important step that is to be accomplished and strived for. Even after completing my studies, I realize that there is so much more that can be learned and worked upon. Since the area that excites me the most is the development of websites, my interest lies not only in design but even further, into the area of coding. It is essential for me to be updated about the latest trends associated with design itself, too. One area that fascinates me though, and which I wish to know more about, is AI. I feel that it is vital for me to adapt to new technologies, understand what can be achieved, and what else can be improved, created, and developed.
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