Automation index
How much of a Graphic designer’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already spin variants and assemble a first cut. Deciding what works, what ships, and why, is still direction.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Graphic designer
28%
AI can already do 28% of this job.
#59 / 113
View rankingGraphic designer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Use computer software to generate new images.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 33% | 28% | +9.2 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- design interfaces
- prototypes
- figma
- graphic design
- desktop publishing
- copyright legislation
- respect publication formats
- use creative suite software
- follow a brief
- identify customer's needs
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-1024.00· ESCO/ISCO 2166
IS WORK OVER?
Research scientist
27%
#74 / 113
View rankingResearch scientist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Literature review, figures and drafts.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 48% | +10.6 |
Analysis, code and experiment boards.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 42% | +7.6 |
Design the study and the controls.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Run the experiment or the fieldwork.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Lead a group, theses and authorship fights.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 15% | +2.1 |
Win funding and answer reviewers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Literature review, figures and drafts
- Analysis, code and experiment boards
- Design the study and the controls
- Run the experiment or the fieldwork
- Lead a group, theses and authorship fights
- Win funding and answer reviewers
- cientifico
- investigador
- research scientist
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-1029.00· ESCO/ISCO 2131