Graphic Designer I pay range
State of North Carolina · class code 32000420
- Class code
- 32000420
- Pay group
- NC05
- Pay unit
- Year
- State
- North Carolina
- The State of North Carolina published pay range for Graphic Designer I is $33,902 to $59,327 per year.
- North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) keys this classification as class code 32000420.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Class specification
The OSHR class specification for this class is published by North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 06/2018.
What the state says the job is
Positions in this class, through computers and technology, perform a range of graphic design functions used in promotional, instructional, and educational materials. Creates visible images that can be used in digital media and print. Work includes creating products that visually communicate information through avenues such as catalogs, brochures, books, magazines, banners, web pages, logos, invitations, posters, advertising, teaching aids, and exhibits. Positions execute visual representations by using software and hardware, hand-rendering, various printing practices, and graphic design techniques to meet the needs of the client. Position performs basic graphic design assignments and work under close supervision.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
General knowledge of standardized and commonly accepted design procedures and techniques General knowledge of standard and routine design and visual art principles and elements Ability to understand client/customer needs and work within set guidelines and parameters Ability to advise clients/customers on visual design options and outlets for basic and routine situations Ability to work as a team player with higher-level Graphic Designer on delivery of ideas and products Ability to create visual design as it relates to assignments
Minimum qualifications
Associate's degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution: or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. <h2
Quoted from the OSHR class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) publishes this figure in OSHR salary schedules, joined to Class Specifications. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
Job titles and their salary grades come from the Class Specifications, joined to the salary schedule.
Nearby classes in North Carolina
Graphic Designer I in other states
| State | Minimum | Maximum | Per year at full time |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $4,644 | $5,989 | $55,728 to $71,868 |
| Nevada | $51,156 | $74,771 | $51,156 to $74,771 |
Each state publishes its own range for a classification with this exact title. Duties, grade structures and bargaining units differ between states, so read each class page before comparing.