How do I become a web designer?


 

How to Become a Web Designer in Five Steps

1.      Learn web design theory.

2.    Learn key web design tools.

3.    Work on your own projects to develop your web design skills.

4.    Develop a portfolio to showcase your web design work.

5.     Apply to relevant web design jobs.

 

 

How Do I Become a Web Designer With No Experience?

 

First off, yes, you can become a Web Designer without any previous work experience. Our Digital Skills Survey found that only 54 percent of Web Designers began their careers in the design field. So while experience or education in a design-related field is certainly an excellent step toward becoming a Web Designer, it isn’t an absolute necessity.

 

Some Web Designers come from completely different industries. Some might build a website on Word Press or with Dreamweaver as a hobby or for a side business and discover that they have an appreciation for the work.

 

There are also many transferable skills that you might not realize will help you as a Web Designer. Empathy, for example, is critical to understanding how the users of your product or service think and act in a given situation. Collaboration, too, is key in many roles, but especially for Web Designers. The job requires interaction with various teams, actively listening, accepting feedback, brainstorming, and more. All require a positive personality and a willingness to work well in a team setting.

What Is the Salary for a Web Designer?

 

The average salary for a Web Designer is $50,632 plus around $5,000 of other bonuses and perks, according to Pay Scale.

 

That number rises with experience. The average Senior Web Designer takes home $71,201 plus nearly $10,000 in bonuses, and salaries range up to $100,000.