Are you thinking of becoming a graphic designer when you are finished at school? Would you consider working abroad in an English-speaking country after your apprenticeship is completed? If so, the interview below will give you an idea of what it is like to work as a graphic designer in the UK.
Listening
Before listening, use the dictionary to check that you know the meaning of the following words: occuring; provide
Listen to the following interview with a graphic designer in the UK and find out:
- Where he works (type of company - large/small, etc)
- Where about in the UK he works.
- Why he chose this profession.
- What type of tasks he has to do on a typical day at work.
- What personal qualities he suggests are needed by a graphic designer.
- Does he describe any work processes or services that he provides?
- What he likes best and least about his job.
- How he thinks this line of work will change in the future.
- Where he sees himself in 5 - 10 years' time.
Graphic Designer - Interview
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Graphic Designer - Interview
Apprenticeship and Training
- Find out about becoming a graphic designer in the UK. Make a table with 3 columns: What does the job involve, the salary, and the qualifications and training required. Below, you will find some useful links.
- Now compare a graphic designer's job and education in the UK with a graphic designer's job and education in Norway. Utdanning - Yrkesbeskrivelse
Dialogue
After you have practised, add more dialogue for some of the following situations:
- Mr. Thomson is worried about the time and cost involved in improving the website. He discusses this with Richard.
- Mr. Thomson and Richard have agreed on a deadline for the website work. The deadline has expired, and Mr. Thomson calls Richard.
- Mr. Thomson wants Richard to make a brochure for a campaign that the company is going to launch.
- Richard has to handle a demanding client that wants his service immediately. Richard and his colleagues are not able to help the client before next month.
Learning content
The Work We Do
Fagstoff
Building and Construction Tools - Resources
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumTools and Machines
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumColours and What They Mean
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumColour Comprehension
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumDrawing Tools
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumFinding Your Personal Colours
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumThe History of Drawing
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumBeing a Butler
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumMulticultural Cooking in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumAn English Breakfast
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumSandwiches
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumTea Time
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumFish and Chips
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumIn a UK Restaurant
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumBritish Food - Regional Specialities
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumSpices and Herbs
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumMedicine Today
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumMicro-Organisms and Infection
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHealth Issue: Obesity
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumOur Amazing Defence System
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumThe History of Medicine - the 19th Century to Today
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumCareers
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Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumCrude Oil - Upstream
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumCrude Oil - Downstream
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumElectric, Electrical or Electronic?
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHand Tools
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumMarking and Measuring Tools
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHouse Wiring
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumPower to the People
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumTransmission of Power
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculum
Oppgaver og aktiviteter
A Carpenter in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumBuilding Foundations
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHeavy Construction Equipment
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumTools and Machines - Resources
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumTurning a Centre Punch in the Lathe
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumActor in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumArt - Further Work
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumBeautician in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumGraphic Designer in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Hairdresser in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHairdresser's Tools
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Live Sound Engineer in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumMusician in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Photographer in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumVideo Producer in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumAt the Restaurant (dialogue)
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumChef in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumCottage Pie with a Twist
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHard Rock Cafe Interview
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHotel Dialogues
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHotel Hostess
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumMeet a Concierge
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumSchool Dinners
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumWorking at a Hostel - Interview
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumWaiter in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumChildminder in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHealth Care Assistant in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHealth Vocabulary
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumPharmacy Technician in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumTalking About Disabilities
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumThe Human Body
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumThe Muscular System
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Baker in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Confectioner in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Sales Assistant in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumWorking as a Flight Attendant
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumYellow Cab
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Railway Accident
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumCareer Related Tasks
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumCar Mechanic in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumDialogue - Car Rental
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumVocabulary
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Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumElectrician in the UK
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Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumMarking and Measuring Tools - Drag and Drop
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumVarious Tools - Tasks
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumElectrician's Tools - Drag and Drop
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumHSE in Agriculture and Related Industries
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumAn ICT Technician in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumLaboratory Assistant in the UK
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumA Plumber in the UK
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Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumCarpenters, Striking and Fastening Tools - Drag and Drop
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Ekstern læringsressurs
Restaurant Vocabulary
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculumVocational English – Useful Links
Core content is a subject that is on the curriculum