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From my experience, no, you don't need one to get hired, necessarily. I would say though that it is helpful to get one, for most people. You can learn a lot about: audience analysis, fonts, software tools, readability, layout and reader useability. Perhaps some people have natural interest in these topics, or natural talent, but I think for most they are learned skills and knowledge.