The article focuses on the current state of the design industry, highlighting hiring trends and salary changes from October 2023 to February 2025. It reports that demand for designers remains strong, with job postings for graphic and UX design stable, while urban design positions have significantly increased. Salaries for junior graphic and UX designers have risen by 19% and 15%, respectively, although product designers experienced a slight salary dip. The article also notes a growing emphasis on proficiency in Canva and motion graphic tools like Blender, while the demand for skills in generative AI tools remains minimal. Additionally, geographic shifts in hiring trends are observed, with New York regaining prominence for architects and urban designers. [Extracted from the article]

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