Design Consultant
Design thoughtful products, spaces, systems, and experiences around human needs.
At a Glance
Suggested Major
Interdisciplinary Design
Suggested Minor
Communications or Computer Science
Degree Level
Bachelor’s degree; portfolio and experience are important
Career Areas
Design, research, user experience
Work Settings
Design firms, companies, cultural institutions, consultancies, studios
Best For Students Who…
Enjoy solving problems, researching people and contexts, and turning ideas into useful experiences
What Does an Design Consultant Do?
Design Consultants work at the intersection of design, research, user experience. They use creative, analytical, and collaborative skills to develop projects, services, experiences, or programs that respond to the needs of audiences, clients, organizations, or communities.
How You Build This Path
1. Build Your Arts Foundation
Develop core knowledge and practical skills through the Interdisciplinary Design major, including project-based work and professional preparation.
2. Add Complementary Knowledge
Use the Communication minor to add a second area of expertise that strengthens preparation for this career.
3. Gain Experience + Build Your Next Step
Build a portfolio of client-centered design projects that show research, problem definition, ideation, and implementation.
Skills You May Develop
Related Major + Minor Combinations
Interdisciplinary Design + Communication = Design Researcher
Interdisciplinary Design + Museum Studies = Exhibition Designer
Interdisciplinary Design + Communication = Experience Designer
Degree & Experience Info
This career typically requires a graduate degree.
Bachelor’s degree; portfolio and experience are important