How does one get exposure in the field of graphic design

Hello, Vincent 

There are many ways to get noticed in this competitive field. Having a strong portfolio is key. A website that displays your current work and is easy for clients or companies helps you standout. If you haven't already, start with some freelance work, create a business card, attend design meetups. The Meetup app is a great tool to find meetings, gathering, webinars, where you will be surrounded by other designers to give you any tips and feedback. Graphic designs who also know a little coding are seen as more valuable. You can take some free courses online or get certified at a local college.

In my experience, I started with freelance, from my freelance I was able to build a strong portfolio. Currently, I work as a Digital/UI/UX Designer for a corporate company in Dallas, TX.

It's always important to have motivation and drive in the design world.

Hi Vincent! Exposure as a graphic designer may be different depending on what you're looking to do in graphic design (branding, packaging, poster, editorial, etc). Is there a specific niche you'd like to get into?

I see a lot of my friends who are freelancers and independent designers that have found exposure through posting their work via social media (Instagram, LinkedIn, Youtube). I also see a lot of friends who are designers that work for specific companies (including myself) not necessarily 'exposing' my work in the same way but will have a portfolio website where different potential employers can take a look at.

As for the amount of time it may take to be a Graphic Designer depends on the individual. For me, I went to an art high school and then a design university with numbers of internships before 'starting my career'. I know others who's been doing design on the side without going to design school and decided to pursue it full time one day.