I AM A CIVIL ENIGINEER AND GRAPHIC DESIGNER . I WILL WORK HARD Freelance Graphic Designers are independent contractors who develop original solutions with a high visual impact for their clients. Some of the work activities common for a Freelance Graphic Designer are networking, seeking projects, negotiating fees, discussing requirements, developing new ideas, presenting solutions to clients, and ensuring projects are completed in time. The most successful example resumes for this role emphasize creativity, self motivation, specialized software expertise, attention to details, deadline orientation, and good communication skills. A degree in graphic or digital design is common experience in most Freelance Graphic Designers resumes, although many clients choose contractors by portfolio and experience.