Web Design Vs. Graphic Design: Core Principles + Skills

Summary

In this episode Hannah Storrs breaks down the distinct yet overlapping worlds of web design and graphic design, outlining each discipline’s core principles, essential tools, and typical responsibilities. She highlights that web design focuses on UI/UX, responsive layouts, accessibility, and interactive coding (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), while graphic design centers on visual communication through color theory, typography, hierarchy, and static assets. The host also explains how the two roles complement each other and offers guidance on when to hire a web designer versus a graphic designer for specific project needs.