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Step 1
Hunt for a university program in graphic design that will allow you to flourish early in your career. Schools with thriving graphic design programs often offer a plethora of entry-level design opportunities after graduation.
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Step 2
Increase your knowledge of modern art history with elective courses at the undergraduate level. Art-history courses that focus on pop art and the altered use of logos for various messages can help you see the shelf life of logo designs.
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Step 3
Attain certifications in your preferred design software to increase your chances of landing a job as a logo designer. You can become an expert in design programs through night courses at a local technical college. Doing so may help to increase your marketability.
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Step 4
Seek jobs in typesetting and print production after graduation, and get firsthand experience with logo design. These positions can help you pay rent and give you insight into the importance of sizing, formatting and color.
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Step 5
Learn the importance of branding when you become an entry-level designer with an advertising agency. These positions offer the opportunity to develop publications and advertisements to match the tone and color of a company logo.
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Step 6
Compile a list of design firms that have reputations for exemplary logo design. This list should become your contact sheet during the job search as well as a driving force for completing freelance work in an exemplary fashion.
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Step 7
Subscribe to publications and list servers that focus on graphic design, and increase your knowledge of logo design. You can read magazines, newsletters and emails at your leisure to stay attuned to changes in the graphic-design industry.
