Graphic Design and Digital Imaging Tools
Utilize graphic design and digital imaging software to create, edit, and optimize visual content for print and digital media.
Skill demand · ONS UK online job adverts
How common is arts, media and creative design?
This requirement appears in 4.5% of UK new online job adverts in 2025. Its share rose by 0.2 percentage points compared with 2024.
The latest year is partial. Comparisons with full years need care. 2026 figures have not been published yet.Share of new adverts4.5%UK · 2025
Change in share+0.2 pp2024 to 2025
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What this skill category covers
Official detailed requirements in this ONS group
Painting and Artistic Techniques
Apply oil painting and matte painting techniques for creative projects.
Publishing Technologies
Implement publishing technologies and manage content distribution systems.
Fine Arts and Creative Design Disciplines
Produce fine art and creative designs using traditional and contemporary techniques to express artistic concepts.
Photography and Visual Media Production
Capture and process photographic images using traditional and digital techniques to create compelling visual content.
Performing Arts and Event Management
Organize and perform theatrical, musical, and entertainment activities while managing events and audience engagement.
Specialized Construction Techniques
Advanced methods for building structures requiring unique materials or processes.
Museum Management Skills
Ability to oversee museum operations, exhibitions, and collections.
Journalism and Investigative Reporting
Apply journalism principles and investigative reporting techniques to produce accurate and engaging content.
Jewellery Design Skills
Ability to design and craft jewellery using various materials and techniques.
Photography and Studio Management
Set up photo and recording studios and manage communication devices for production.
Interior Design Skills
Ability to design interior spaces for functionality and aesthetics.
ONS Table 1 detailed requirements · SCO02.01. Shares can overlap because an advert may mention several requirements.
Roles that often need this skill category
Occupations where arts, media and creative design appears most often in UK new adverts
| # | Occupation | Share of occupation adverts | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vehicle paint technicians Example titles: Paint technician · Car painter · Car sprayer · Body sprayer | 85.3% | |
| 2 | Painters and decorators Example titles: Painter and decorator · Brush hand · Red leader · Artex worker | 81.2% | |
| 3 | Newspaper, periodical and broadcast editors Example titles: Newspaper editor · Art editor · Editorial manager · Editorial director | 67.1% | |
| 4 | Graphic and multimedia designers Example titles: Graphic designer · 3d artist · Mac artist · 2d animator | 66.8% | |
| 5 | Plasterers Example titles: Plasterer · Dry liner · Rough caster · Fibrous fixer | 64.5% | |
| 6 | Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters Example titles: Broadcast journalist · News writer · Staff writer · Court reporter | 60.3% | |
| 7 | Artists Example titles: Artist · Art restorer · Henna artist · Art technician | 59.7% | |
| 8 | Other skilled trades n.e.c. Example titles: Writer to the trade · Pan hand · Bow maker · Fly maker | 58.0% | |
| 9 | Clothing, fashion and accessories designers Example titles: Fashion designer · Shoe artist · Gem designer · Fashion adviser | 51.4% | |
| 10 | Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators Example titles: Video equipment operator · Sound mixer · Vt operator · Focus puller | 51.2% |
How related skills compare
Skills within Advertising, Media and Digital Content
| # | Skill | Share of adverts | Change (pp) | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arts, Media and Creative Design Selected skill · Graphic Design and Digital Imaging Tools · Painting and Artistic Techniques · Publishing Technologies | 4.5% | +0.2 pp | |
| 2 | Entertainment Media Film and Media Production · Digital Storytelling Skills · Video Editing Software | 1.6% | +0.2 pp | |
| 3 | Digital Media Production Advertising and Content Management · Streaming Technologies and Video Protocols · Broadcast Media Production and Engineering | 1.6% | +0.2 pp | |
| 4 | Media and Digital Platforms Digital Content Creation · Content Curation Technique Skills | 0.9% | +0.5 pp | |
| 5 | Printing and Publishing Plastic Manufacturing and Printing Techniques | 0.2% | 0.0 pp | |
| 6 | Media and Communication Bulletin Publishing and Communication | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 7 | Media and Imaging Technology Digital Imaging Technique Skills · Image Quality and Resolution Knowledge · Video Capture and Recording System Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 8 | Media and Content Management Caption Creation Techniques | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 9 | Collaboration and Media Technology Media Delivery and Videoconferencing Tool Usage | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 10 | Media and Publishing Systems Editorial and Subscription Management Skills · Editorial Layout Design Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 11 | Consumer Electronics and Digital Publishing Amazon Kindle Platform Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 12 | Content/Document Management Document Capture and Imaging Techniques | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 13 | Content Creation Screen Capture and Video Tools | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 14 | Content Management and Publishing Glossary Development Techniques · XML Documentation Framework Skills · Editorial Style Guideline Knowledge | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 15 | Localization Translation Management Software Expertise | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 16 | Media and Web Technologies Image Search and File Format Standards · HTTP Live Streaming Protocol Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 17 | Media and Audio Technology Digital Audio Production and DJ Software Tools · Audio Recording Device Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 18 | Content Management and Digital Experience CMS and Portal Skills (Helios) · Headless CMS Platform Skills · Adobe Experience Manager Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 19 | Digital Platforms Search Engines · Content Aggregation App Skills · Virtual Assistant Platforms | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 20 | Media Production and Streaming Live Streaming and Recording Skills · Brightcove Video Platform Expertise | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 21 | Knowledge Management and Digital Content Collaborative Knowledge Platform Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 22 | Paranormal Studies and Audio Technology Employee Value Proposition Concepts | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 23 | Electronics and Media Technology HDMI Standard Implementation | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 24 | Content Management and Localization Computer-Assisted Translation Tool Expertise | 0.0% | 0.0 pp |
About these figures
How to interpret skill demand
Source: Office for National Statistics, UK online job adverts. Shares describe new adverts reporting the requirement. An advert may mention several skills, so their shares do not add up to 100%. A rise from 10% to 12% is an increase of 2 percentage points.
These figures do not establish a salary premium, proficiency level, or which skills are requested together. This page has no published skill-specific salary or location breakdown.
ONS · 2025 · partial year · 2026 figures have not been published yet. · Open Government Licence v3.0. ONS does not endorse Jobmundo.