How to Answer: Do you see yourself as a print designer or a digital designer?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Graphic Design job interview.
7. Do you see yourself as a print designer or a digital designer?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
The interviewer asks this question based on their own needs for the position. They may be looking for someone who has a blend of both skillsets. Or, they may be looking for one over the other.
Written by Gentry Edwards on January 28th, 2022
What You Need to Know
In general, the design world is trending towards digital. Having a print design background can be useful, but if you aren't growing in the digital design arena, this is likely a focus area for you. This is another area where researching the agency/company is really important. If you research their work, you will gain an understanding about their deliverables, be it print or digital.
Written by Gentry Edwards on January 28th, 2022
The Goal
Your goal in this situation is to share your expertise in one or both areas. You should be prepared to show examples in your portfolio that showcase your abilities. If you have the expertise, but it isn't in your portfolio due to editorial reasons, off to send them examples after the interview.
Written by Gentry Edwards on January 28th, 2022
If you do both print and digital design Example
I have a solid background in both print and digital design. I started my career doing basic print work - newsletters, brochures, marketing slicks, etc. But, I grew my skillset to do digital work as well given the trend in that direction. At this point, I'm very comfortable working in both arenas.
Written by Gentry Edwards on January 28th, 2022
If you only do one type of design work Example
I see myself as primarily a print designer. I've done a lot of branding work designed for print - newsletters, brochures, marketing slicks, etc. That said, I've been working to grow my skillset in the digital arena. I've done a lot of self-study on digital design and I'm picking it up very quickly. But, I wouldn't call myself a digital designer at this point.
Written by Gentry Edwards on January 28th, 2022