What level of math would a person who wants to be a graphics designer need to know?

Question

You know like in school what level of gen-ed would you need?

Answer 1

Everyone should go at least as far as elementary calculus. You don't need to go further than that for graphic design or any other non technical occupation. You would be surprised at how much an understanding of calculus can solidify your understanding of "less advanced" mathematics. A solid understanding of math will help you master technical drawing and concepts like perspective drawing.

Math is important because it is applied logic. Don't get a bad attitude about it and it will help you go further in whatever occupation you choose - moreso than any other subject.
Writing is important because it makes you slow down and think clearly.
Reading is important because you will be learning for the rest of your life.
All the other subjects are important to make you a well rounded person.

Answer 2

Research the schools that have programs for the kind of graphics design you want to do. Making greeting cards is at a different level than designing computer games. If you really want to do it, struggling through a math class or three shouldn't stop you. Nothing comes easy.

Answer 3

I'm a professional graphic artist. Basic geometry is really a good thing to know, and if you end up getting into animation, you will need algebra and trigonometry. Trigonometry is particularly important in interactive design.

Answer 4

graphic design doesn't require a knowledge of math. you deal with some measurements, thats it. If you can use a ruler, can do really simple adding/subtracting, then you are in good.

Answer 5

with 3d graphics you need to understand wave functions and how they change shapes with different varables. high edu math

Answer 6

The more you know, the better you will be, and the easier the work will be. Education is NEVER wasted.