LO1 Analysing media roles

Graphic designer

Key functions
The function of the graphic designer is that they work as part of a team to create unique design ideas for a client. This often entails making branding identity such as logos or advertisement design. Using a detailed understanding and composition the graphic designer can create a unique and interesting piece to help the product stand out.

Equipment needed
An adobe compatible computer such as a Apple Macintosh, The adobe master collection including Photoshop and illustrator, a graphics tablet and a quiet working environment.

skill needed
Artistic skills, design experience in art related subjects, competent with adobe creative programmes, being able to work as part of a team, leadership skills if leading the team.

Concept artist

Key Functions
The key function of concept artist is to work off of a clients brief to help the create director realise their creative visions. To be able to adapt the artwork as the filming progresses. 

Equipment needed
 A Apple Macintosh, graphics tablet, adobe Photoshop and illustrator.  Other art related computer packages.

Skills needed 
Excellent Artistic skills, creative mindset, technical competence with adobe software,  team worker. Experience in an art related subject is ideal as it shows experience and a professional level of understanding. Must be able to visualize in 3D space and have a keen interest in design, architecture and film.

Comaprison
The functions for both graphic designer and concept artist are very similar as the both require the ability to help someone else visualize there creative ideas and design artistic heavy pieces. However the graphic designer role is on on both per-production and production, where as the concept artist mostly takes place in per-production. Both roles are very important to the production process as without them the client and production designers wouldnt have the creative visions to work with.