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What kind of jobs are avaliable in the art industry right now?

I've always had an interest in studying art, it's one if the few things I enjoy learning and improving in. However, I'm not really sure what kind of careers I could have with an art degree. I'm mainly interested in design programs like game, digitial or 3D modeling design. #design #career #art #JULY20

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M’s Answer

Hi Grace, you have some great responses already above. I agree that having digital skills is an added bonus these days especially with this new virtual reality we are living.

To give you a different perspective: I studied history of art and architecture which is coming from a more theoretical background in comparison to what you mentioned you might be interested in (digital, 3D modeling and gaming programs). Personally, I never regretted studying artists and their lives and how they changed history and how they create movements and ultimately can change thinking and create dialogue about important topics and issues etc. It was enriching.
Ironically enough, I moved into marketing for a technology company after my degree so studying art does not necessarily confine you to certain jobs. Skills can be adapted.
Friends of mine who studied art history ended up working in art galleries, as tour guides, as art teachers, some went into further studies in art curation and restoration, some even did art liaison courses to work as the middle-person between artist and gallery.
Friends of mine who studied Fine arts create their art pieces (whether its digitally created art or handmade) and use social medias as a platform to show their work, working off commissions, collaborating with local art councils to create new public sculptures.

There is a number of different avenues out their for people in the arts to flourish (you just have to look hard enough) and reach out to as many artistic people online and ask questions! Best of luck! :)

M recommends the following next steps:

Look up graphic designers in your area on linkedin and reach out to one
Shadow a professional for a day
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Matt’s Answer

Hi Grace, you got a lot of great answer already. I just want to add a few points here for you to consider. Learning 3D modeling skills can also apply to product design (Many companies are converting their physical product assets to 3D digital), movie and annimation (go watch the latest release of Lion King. you will know how far technology has become in the last several years) and advertising. Another field close to 3D modeling is Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. The application of the AR/VR is almost limitless.

There is a difference between 3D CAD and 3D modeling. 3D CAD is more specific referring to product or architecture design. Good luck!

Matt recommends the following next steps:

check this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Nqq4B-gLGU
And this one too https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rT1FMqL4gek
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Deborah’s Answer

Hi! The art world right now is going through a lot of changes. If you have tech skills that involve working virtually with visual media you are a step ahead. Galleries are just opening here in nyc and have been opening in Europe for a few weeks. Museums (some) will open next week too and a few a little later. Familiarize yourself with online art events. See if you can create a niche that makes you invaluable. Good luck!
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Shelby’s Answer

I am so glad you said you like gaming and 3D modeling, because that is what I wanted to suggest! The game industry is absolutely booming right now, so any art degree with a concentration in computers, gaming, 3D, etc. is a great idea! My sister is in her final year of studying Game Art at Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, and she will almost definitely receive a job right out of college. Now, I would suggest you do your research into specific colleges focused on the type of art degree you want to pursue. For example, Ringling is slowly getting rid of their interior design major, so you wouldn't want to go there if that is what you were in to. I would try looking at Savannah College of Art and Design, Ringling College of Art and Design, and Rhode Island School of Design, but it will ultimately be up to you to find what will best suite your desired major. Hope this helps!
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