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What jobs are best suited for artists?

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Madison’s Answer

If you like the idea of working with kids, an art teacher might be a good fit! I'm in school to be a teacher right now, and it's really incredible to see my students progress in math/science/etc. because of my teaching. All of my students love art and their art teacher, and it's so fun getting to see them be creative when so much of their schooling doesn't allow for time in the arts. If working with kids is at all up your alley I would definitely look into it!
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Shelby’s Answer

A great job for artists is graphic designer! While it may be a bit difficult to join the market of this career, it is definitely a job that allows you to express yourself artistically. I would suggest looking at colleges or universities that have a major in either generalized art or specifically a graphic designing major. However you decide, getting a degree will look good to companies needing graphic designers. You can also do freelance work to build up a portfolio of your work. Hope this helps!
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Terry’s Answer

Hi, Nathan. The jobs best suited for artists depend on the kind of artist you are. If you are a fine artist, a teacher, a gallery installer, or even a conservator might be a path for you. If you like graphic design, ad design, or game design, might be a better fit. Some fine artists like to have jobs that are just for money eg. food & beverage jobs, office work.
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Addi’s Answer

It really depends on the mediums you decide to focus on, but there is a lot out there! In the digital/industrial art space, you have graphic designers, fashion and costume designers, concept designers for cars and toys, as well as interior and architectural designers. Illustrators are also involved in almost everything you interact with in your day-to-day world: the patterned fabric you wear, the websites and logos you interact with, the advertisements you see, book covers and illustrations, the branding on packaging. Animators and storyboard artists were involved in every movie, show, and game you may have grown up with, concept artists help bring those worlds to life.

And, despite our digital and modern world, there is still a pull towards the human touch of fine arts, especially as consumers become more conscious of buying locally made artisanal goods such as greeting cards, stationary, ceramics, woven goods, sculptures, or paintings. Artists can also find work creating large mural art for cities or within schools and companies. Thanks to commerce sites like Etsy, it's easier for artists to sell their goods (although it also means there is that much more for a customer to look at). Crowdfunding sites also empower artists to bring their visions to life - for example, funding a book of illustrations, kickstarting a collection of enamel pins, or launching a mobile game.

Addi recommends the following next steps:

If you already have a medium or area of focus, look into part-time jobs, internships, or apprenticeships within that focus, and be prepared to absorb as much knowledge as you can.
If you're still exploring, that's ok! Keep an open mind and look for classes that can help you learn new skills, even ones that may surprise you (for example, a biology class may help level up your skills in figure drawing or doing creature concept art!)
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