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OSCA 2024 · 242332 · Skill level 1

Graphic Designer: OSCA 242332

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Graphic Designer is OSCA 2024 code 242332. It corresponds to ANZSCO 232411 Graphic Designer (in part), which is on the STSOL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 242332

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

The job

What a graphic designer does

Plans, designs, develops and prepares visual content for publication using text, symbols, pictures, colours and layout to achieve commercial and communication needs using traditional and digital tools, with particular emphasis on tailoring the message for the intended audience.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Also known as

  • Graphic Artist

Specialisations

  • Creative Director (Graphic Design)
  • Exhibition Designer

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Consults with clients to determine their graphic design requirements
  • Develops and collaborates on design concepts, and presents them to clients for approval
  • Selects appropriate colours, images and fonts to enhance the visual appeal of designs
  • Creates and manipulates designs for visual elements, such as logos, illustrations and graphics, using traditional and digital tools
  • Collaborates with other team members, such as Copywriters and Web Developers, to ensure cohesive design solutions
  • Prepares final designs for print or digital publication, reproduction and release

Unit group 2423

Other occupations in Graphic and Visual Content Designers

Questions

OSCA 242332: common questions

What is the OSCA code for graphic designer?
The OSCA 2024 code is 242332 (Graphic Designer), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 242332?
ANZSCO 232411 Graphic Designer (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Graphic Designer on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 232411 Graphic Designer is on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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