working in an agency. (the importance of communication)

Communication is a skill needed with any occupation but it is key if you're looking to be a successful designer. If you're looking to be a freelancer then you will be your own director so if the client you're dealing with doesn't have a set brief you'll have to speak with them and get the information you need to get on with the job. A client will respect a designer with good communications skills and will without a doubt return if any more work needs doing if the experience with working with you was a pleasant one.