Graphic designers use a variety of visual media to help communicate ideas and concepts to end-users. They enjoy tremendous demand in entertainment (television and movies), but their skills are also needed in business, marketing, science, and education. From product design to logo creation to advertising campaigns, you can see the mark of graphic designers almost everywhere you look. But with a bachelors degree usually representing the bare minimum for entry, you might be wondering whether the extra training and preparation are worth the effort. Below are 3 reasons that might help answer your question:

1. Graphic Designers Enjoy Creative Jobs
A mix of business, art, and entertainment, graphic designers often enjoy very creative jobs. Clients and employers come to you for solutions. They rely on your visual and media problem-solving skills to help them shape and mold messages for the masses. It's safe to say that no two jobs, projects, or campaigns are the same.

2. Many Graphic Designers Can Telecommute
Given the industry's growing reliance on computer technology, it is often possible to work from home, if you have a fast enough connection. Imagine the gas you can save, the control you can enjoy, and the general lifestyle you can have when you telecommute from a virtual office. You don't even need to buy ties or work blouses. Just work from your PJs if that suits you better.

3. Graphic Designers and the Freelance Factor
25% of all graphic designers are self-employed. Imagine not having a boss. Imagine being able to pick and choose what projects you take on. You're no longer just a graphic designer. You are also a visual, media consultant to whom others come for help.

Schools are listed in alphabetical order by state then city.

American InterContinental University Online

[Online]

The Visual Communication online degree program is designed to educate and develop artistic and imaginative students for careers in the fields of commercial art and design. Emphasis is placed on the development of the thinking process and the ability to conceive creative solutions for specified design problems. Students will learn the principles, practical applications and methodologies used in completing competent and creative graphic solutions.
Programs:
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communications
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The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division

[Online]

Develop your creative potential through The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division where we give you the freedom to decide when and where to attend class. Because you're always on the go, we offer education to go wherever you connect to the Internet. While we meet the demands of your busy lifestyle, our online degree and diploma programs go even further by embracing the standards of excellence long held by The Art Institute of Pittsburgh and The Art Institutes system of schools backed by an over 85-year commitment to academic excellence. Learn from the leader in online creative arts education.
Programs:
Digital Design
Graphic Design
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Westwood College

[Online]

Think you don't have time to earn the respected degree you need? Think again. Westwood College's online program gives you the flexibility to study at the times and places you choose. You'll also get the opportunity to interact with your instructors and fellow students in real time. Degree programs offered include business, criminal justice, design and technology.
Programs:
  Graphic Design and Multimedia
  Visual Communications
  Web Design & Multimedia
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