$49.01k - $68.66k
Who We Are HMC Architects is an employee-owned design firm with an inherent desire to make a difference in our communities. As a purpose-driven brand based on values, our mission to design for good drives everything we d…
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Graphic Designer jobs in Sacramento, CA
Creates visual work such as logos, layouts, packaging, and marketing assets, translating a brand's voice into images and typography across print and digital formats.
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$22–$52/hr
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$70k
Median, full-time
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Monday–Friday) Are you an artist? Not a "makes things look nice" designer. An artist. Someone who takes pride in their work. Work that... ...of work that changes your career trajectory. You bring deep graphic and illustr…
We are hiring Entry-Level Marketing & Promotions Assistants to support brand campaigns, live events, promotional activations, and experiential marketing initiatives . No prior marketing experience is required. We provide…
$86k - $120k
attractive, and environmentally sound public schools and offer affordable housing to communities. Ranked 18th in US mass transit and rail design by Engineering News-Record (ENR), SYSTRA has been a trusted partner to publ…
We are seeking a Junior Marketing Assistant to join our team in the technology sector. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an entry-level professional to launch their marketing career. Key Responsibilities Work…
$59.5k - $106.8k
Are you an Interior Designer who thrives in an imaginative and inventive environment? Do you flourish when part of a cohesive team where collaboration and ideas flow freely? Want to work for a firm that's taking concrete…
$48.37 - $146.67 per hour
Sacramento City College Design & Digital Media ( Graphic Design & Web Design) Adjunct Assistant Professor Job Posting Number: REQ01833 Salary: $48.37 - $146.67 Hourly Closing Date: 8/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Complete job…
$70k - $86.9k
Want to work for a firm that is taking concrete actions toward Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion? We’re looking for an experienced Designer II to join our Education team working on various projects from K-12 to higher edu…
$66.2k - $86.9k
Are you at your best when you’re working with a variety of markets to design and detail structural aspects of architectural designs? Do you thrive on detailing a variety of material types? If so, and you want to work for…
$85.07k - $131.97k
Who We Are HMC Architects is an employee-owned design firm with an inherent desire to make a difference in our communities. As a purpose-driven brand based on values, our mission to design for good drives everything we d…
Location While our core team and headquarters are in Sacramento, California, we welcome remote workers from all over the country. We've built a strong culture to foster valuable team relationships with both remote and Ca…
and 2 personal days What we're looking for A mid to senior level Front End Developer with serious chops Ability to to take designs, mockups, concepts, or ideas and make them a reality A commitment to excellence in making…
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What graphic designers earn in Sacramento
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$28 | $45k–$59k |
| Mid level | $28–$39 | $59k–$81k |
| Senior | $39–$52 | $81k–$108k |
Adjusted for the Sacramento market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe InDesignTypographyLayout and compositionBrand identityPrint productionFigma or CanvaClient communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which piece in your portfolio best represents you, and why?
Choose one piece and explain the brief, your concept, and how you refined it. Depth on one project beats a tour of ten.
How do you handle vague or conflicting feedback from a client?
Describe how you ask clarifying questions, restate goals, and present options with rationale instead of endless revisions.
Walk me through your process from brief to final delivery.
Show a repeatable process: discovery, references, sketches, digital drafts, feedback rounds, and file handoff for print or web.
How do you keep a design on brand while still making it fresh?
Talk about working within brand guidelines and finding room in imagery, layout, or motion rather than changing core elements.
Tell me about a tight deadline and how you delivered.
Focus on prioritization and communication, like agreeing on a reduced scope early, rather than heroics alone.
How do you prepare files for print versus digital?
Mention color modes, bleed and margins, resolution, and export formats. It shows production experience, not just concept work.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For graphic designers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Treat your resume as a design sample: one clean page with disciplined typography and spacing.
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Put your portfolio URL in the header and make sure it loads fast on a phone.
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Quantify where possible, such as the number of campaigns shipped or engagement lift on redesigned assets.
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List specific deliverable types you have produced, from packaging to trade show banners, so recruiters can match you to briefs.
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Name your production skills, including prepress and file handoff, since many roles filter on them.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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