Web design involves the structure of the website including the information architecture (navigation schemes and naming conventions), the layout or the pages (wireframes or page schematics are created to show consistent placement of items including functional features), and the conceptual design with branding.

Software will be learn:

• Adobe Photoshop (Level 1&2)
  
  
• Adobe Dreamweaver
  
  
• Adobe Flash

What Does a Web Designer Do?
A web designer may or may not be a computer programmer, but most have at the least some programming skills. Many web designers are also web programmers, which means they not only are the architect of how a page will appear on the Internet but also implement their own designs through programming. They can thus be called part artist/writer and part computer expert.

One of the most important tasks of the web designer is the creative design of web pages, usually by working with a client who articulates certain needs or functions that the web page must fulfill. Designers tend to be excellent in working with graphics software, like Photoshop®, and many are also very good with programs like Java®, which can animate graphics. They frequently have experience working with a variety of media programs to add sound or film clips to web pages. Overall, the goal is to create pages with a specific design, a uniform graphic set, and eye grabbing details. Depending upon the needs of the client, a web designer may also write content for pages, though sometimes they merely edit and program content that clients provide.

What is the Entry Requirements?
There are no set qualifications for becoming a web designer. You would usually be employed on the strength of your skills rather than your qualifications.


Skills and Interests
You would need:

• creativity and imagination
• skill in using computer design packages
• drawing ability
  
• knowledge of web and animation
  
• the ability to manage your time, meet deadlines and work within a budget
  
• excellent communication skills
  
• good spelling and grammar
  
• normal colour vision and good spatial awarenes

Opportunities
Most graphic designers work for agencies that specialise in advertising or corporate communication, or for in-house design teams in large organisations like retailers, local authorities or banks. Other employers include multimedia companies, charities and educational establishments. Many graphic designers become self-employed, working alone or in partnership.