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Rhode Island became a state in 1790, was one of the original 13 colonies, and has preserved much of its rich historical significance. Bordering the Atlantic Ocean, the aptly named Ocean State is also a major employer of graduates of graphic design schools in Rhode Island.
Overview of Rhode Island
Rhode Island covers a total of 1,045 square miles and is the nation's smallest state. The population of Rhode Island in 2009 was an estimated 1,053,209 people. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median household income was $54,562 in 2008. The state's major urban areas include Cranston, Providence, Bristol, Portsmouth, Newport, West Kingston, Pawtucket, and East Greenwich.
Major industries in Rhode Island that enjoy the services of graphic designers include jewelry, rubber products, machinery manufacturing, textiles, and tourism.
Graphic Design Careers in Rhode Island
Graphic design schools in Rhode Island produce talented designers ready to communicate via print and electronic media, use cutting-edge technologies to convey images and messages, and solve communication problems in creative ways. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, graphic designers in Rhode Island earned an estimated annual wage of $51,170 in 2009.
Most graphic designers have earned a 4-year bachelor's degree in graphic design or the fine arts. Students earning an associate's degree or certificate in graphic design are qualified to assist graphic designers or work in technical capacities.
Programs in graphic design include:
Related graphic design occupations and the estimated annual wages earned in Rhode Island in 2009 are:
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