What Made You a Logo Designer – Find out!!

Sometimes in your careers, there comes a time when you wonder “Why am I here in the first place?” Being a logo designer, many similar questions pop into my mind as well, concerning what led me into the field of creating a logo design. Was it for the money? Or was it because designing is my real passion? Honestly speaking, I never gave this all much of a thought.

However, it’s a fact that every person has his/her own personal motives for choosing a particular career path.  Same way, logo designers have their own reasons to be in this field of logo designing. Here, I list some of those “real” reasons that might have inspired you to be a logo designer. You just have to read them, enjoy them and decide which of these causes motivated you into a logo designing career. If you have another reason, I’ll definitely enjoy knowing .

1. To Make Big Bucks: The first and most common reason that makes people enter a profession is to make a living. Of course majority of logo designers specialize because of their interests in graphic arts, but the cause for making ends meet overrides their motives. Mostly people go into this business with a perception that logo designer salaries are lavish. It might sound a little rude but mostly the basic motivation of becoming a logo designer is to make big bucks.

2. To Earn Awards and Recognition: There is a common perception that the field of graphic designing yields fame and glamour. Some logo designers long for recognition and admiration. Their core purpose for joining the field is to earn rewards and appreciation from the design community. People who hunger fame and respect, believe logo designing to be a good option. Sure there are main acclaims and accolades for logo designers, but is it really the only motivation?

3. For Self-Satisfaction: This is one reason that I’m sure many logo designers have for choosing their career paths. However, I strongly believe that no matter which profession you choose, satisfaction should be your driving force for working. You must ask yourself…”Does logo designing really give me satisfaction?” This is because if you’re not content with what you’re doing, then it’s a futile practice altogether.

4. Family Tradition: Another reason, which seems a little lame, is that some become logo designers because their father/brother/cousin is a logo designer as well. Following the footsteps of your ancestors is a very general practice in many careers. It sounds a little nerdy, but some people enter the field of logo design simply because their parents wanted them to do so. Or maybe your parents were quiet impressed by a cousin who is/was a logo designer and want you to be exactly like him: D

5. Inspired by a Famous Designer: The last reason that might have got you into logo designing is inspiration from a famous logo designer. Many people have idols and mentors that they follow all their life. These influential people have a deep impact on what kind of a career path you choose. For instance, you might be a Paul Rand fan and wanted to emulate him. Hence you were inspired by a famous logo designer in becoming one yourself.

What is your motivation? Did you become a logo designer for any of the above reasons? Or is it because you were good at Photoshop, had ample of time and nothing else to do