Career: Digital ArtistRead about a day in the life of a digital artist from Princeton Review.
Career: Graphic DesignerRead about a day in the life of a graphic designer from Princeton Review.
Graphic Designer SalariesAverage salary as reported by the registered users of Glassdoor.com (employers and employees). Register for free to search jobs, review employers, research salaries, and more.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Graphic DesignersOverview of the profession from the U.S. Department of Labor. Includes information about: General nature of the work, working conditions, employment, training and qualifications, job outlook, earnings, and related occupations.
New England Foundation for the ArtsThis Foundation offers grants that support a wide range of artists from those in performing arts to Native arts to public art. The "grant programs provide artists with funding and other resources necessary for creating and presenting successful work."
New York Foundation for the Arts"The largest provider of grants, services, and information to artists working in all disciplines in the United States."
American Institute of Graphic Art (AIGA) - Boston ChapterMembership in AIGA provides special access to several online publications, job listings, ability to post portfolios online, discounts to conferences, and professional development resources
ArtYears.comArtYears is a cyber alumnus of art students & creative professionals. We aim to draw the creative community together by reaching out to like-minded professionals worldwide.
Cambridge Arts CouncilCAC's Grant Program awards funding to artistic projects directly benefiting the citizens of Cambridge.
Color Marketing GroupColor Marketing Group, founded in 1962, is a not-for-profit, international Association of 1,000 Color Designers involved in the use of color as it applies to the profitable marketing of goods and services. CMG provides a forum for the exchange of non-competitive information on all phases of color marketing: color trends and combinations; design influences; merchandising and sales; and education and industry contacts.
Design Management InstituteThe Design Management Institute (DMI) is an international nonprofit organization that seeks to heighten awareness of design as an essential part of business strategy. Founded in 1975, DMI has become the leading resource and international authority on design management. DMI has earned a reputation worldwide as a multifaceted resource, providing invaluable know-how, tools and training through its conferences, seminars, membership program, and publications.
Graphic Artist Guild (GAG) - New EnglandThe website for the New England chapter of the Graphic Artist Guild provides information on upcoming events, a directory of designers/illustrators, a directory of local art supply stores, information on local schools with design and illustration programs, and a directory of local arts organizations.
The Grolier ClubFounded in1884, the Grolier Club of New York is America's oldest and largest society for bibliophiles and enthusiasts in the graphic arts. Named for Jean Grolier, the Renaissance collector renowned for sharing his library with friends, the Club's objective is to foster "the literary study and promotion of the arts pertaining to the production of books."
IcogradaThe International Council of Graphic Design Associations (Icograda) is the world body for professional graphic design and visual communication. Founded in 1963, it is a voluntary assembly of associations concerned with graphic design, visual communication, design management, design promotion and design education. Icograda promotes graphic designers' vital role in society and commerce and unifies the voices of graphic designers and visual communicators worldwide
International Color ConsortiumFounded 1993, Reston, USA. For international color designers. Membership organization established by industry vendors for the purpose of creating, promoting and encouraging the standardization and evolution of a cross-platform color management system architecture and components. Developed the ICC profile specification.
Letter ExchangeThe Letter Exchange, founded in 1988, is a society for professionals involved in the whole spectrum of the lettering arts and crafts, from calligraphy and letter-cutting, through design for print, publishing and typography, to signage and architectural lettering.
National Association of Photoshop ProfessionalsThe National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) is a dynamic trade association and the world’s leading resource for Adobe® Photoshop® education, training, and news. It is led by a world-class team of Photoshop experts, authors, consultants, trainers, and educators whose focus is to ensure that NAPP members stay on the cutting edge of Adobe Photoshop techniques and ahead of their competition.
New England Foundation for the ArtsThis Foundation offers grants that support a wide range of artists from those in performing arts to Native arts to public art. The "grant programs provide artists with funding and other resources necessary for creating and presenting successful work."
Organization of Black DesignersThe Organization of Black Designers (OBD) is a multicultural, multidisciplinary professional association of more than 10,000 members located throughout the United States and world committed to the increased visibility, empowerment and support of its membership.
Society for Environmental Graphic DesignSociety for Environmental Graphic Design (SEGD) is an international non-profit educational organization providing resources for design specialists in the field of environmental graphic design, architecture, and landscape, interior, and industrial design. SEGD members are leading designers of directional and attraction sign systems, destination graphics, identity programs, exhibits, and themed environments.
Society for News DesignThe Society for News Design encourages high standards of journalism through design. An international forum and resource for all those interested in news design, SND works to recognize excellence and strengthen visual journalism as a profession.
Society of Illustrators, Artists and DesignersThe Society of Illustrators, Artists and Designers (SIAD) is an international web-based organisation. Membership of the Society is open to all practising illustrators, artists and designers involved in any visual media. Membership requirements and an application form are available from our membership page.
Society of Publication DesignersFor over a quarter of a century, the Society of Publication Designers has been a driving force for quality and innovation in publication design. It is the one venue in which the best of the best continually strive.
Type Directors ClubThe Type Directors Club is the leading international organization whose purpose is to support excellence in typography, both in print and on screen.
24/7 TalentFreelance and full-time jobs talent for marketing and creative service positions with the most prestigious brands and the biggest advertising agencies nationwide.
AIGA Design JobsThe AIGA’s design jobs section is a great place to find job opportunities. Many large and well-respected companies look for new and/or experienced designers here.
Americans for the ArtsMembership services include access to a field directory, conferences and events, newsletters, job resources, etc.
AquentListings of marketing jobs, including a section for creative staffing and services. Under creative staffing section, access to portfolios and free tools including educational videos and guides.
Authentic JobsAuthentic jobs lists hot new graphic design jobs every week, both full-time and part-time.
BehanceJobs posted on Behance are also displayed throughout the web, on top sites such as Fast Company, HOW Design, I.D. Magazine, Print Magazine, the 99%, the Served sites, and more.
CoroflotCorflot hosts over 80,000 graphic design portfolios and currently has over 700 job listings. Jobs are organized into a variety of design-related categories. You can even subscribe to their job listing rss feed and get personalized job alerts.
CreativeHotlistLists jobs in visual arts, especially graphic arts.
Graphic Artists GuildGraphic Artists Guild's career page is a source for "high-quality creative employment opportunities".
KropKrop is one of the largest and most well known websites to find graphic design jobs. It is well established and new jobs are listed often by top agencies and design studios.
Smashing MagazineSmashing Magazine a large design-related blog and includes a job board with design and development jobs. The listings are organized into full-time and freelance positions for easier navigation.
UpWorkUpWork allows you to build a profile, search and bid for consultancy jobs, however, free member option only allows so many bids per month. Once you've found a job, UpWork allows you to track your work and provides payment security.
Boston Independent Film FestivalThe Independent Film Festival of Boston (IFFBoston), launched in 2003, is the East Coast's premiere event for showcasing emerging filmmakers. Produced over six days in venues across Greater Boston, with over 75 films, panels, celebrity attendees, tribute events, exclusive parties, and an audience of over 20,000. The festival is, of course, heavily reliant on volunteers each Spring
Brattle Film FoundationVolunteers needed to assist as theater ushers, concessions assistants, and street teamers, as well as design, development/fundraising, photography, and marketing interns.
