Career Questions tagged Illustration

What are some free programs you can use for editing digital illustrations and animation?
I currently use Autodesk Sketchbook, but I am unsure of what free programs I can use to edit my videos of illustrations.. #art #animation #digital #illustration...

I have just learned about the possible career path of veterinary medical illustration, and I'm very interested, but have some questions!
I'm a 12th grader looking to decide her major in college, and through Career Village I have been introduced to the idea of veterinary medical illustration. The only concern I have is that it may be too niche, and I won't be able to make a career out of it. What are the upsides to this? Is it...
#illustration #career #career-path #veterinarymedicalillisustration #medicalillustration #veterinarian

What are the work conditions, hours, and salary for concept artists/illustrators and art directors?
I'm a senior in high school and recently made a big decision to change my career path back to art, which is what I've wanted to do since I was little. I want to be a concept artist and major in illustration. #art #artist #arts #animation #illustration...

What are some internships involved with animation or illustration?
I'm studying to go into the animation field, along with concept art. Does anyone know of companies that have internships for those just starting out? #art #artist #animation #internship...

Which companies hire graduates with degrees in Illustration?
If I obtain an art degree in Illustration, where can I see myself working? #art #illustration...

What is the best way to land a job as an illustrator?
I plan to major in illustration/animation at San Jose State University but am clueless on how to go about finding a job after college. I've never had an adult who was into the arts the way I was, so I haven't found much solid advice. I realize that it will take time and experience, but my goal...

I'm a graphic designer, but I can't draw. Will this hurt me?
I'm a graphic designer (think layouts, typography graphics, and aesthetic designs) but I've never been able to draw. Seeing as that's a big part of designing, will this hurt me in a real world setting? Might be important to note that I do actually also have a background in photography, so I...
#graphicdesign #graphics #graphic-design #illustration #digital-illustration

What is the best advice that you have for an animation student?
I come from a very strong fine arts background, but I'm about to transfer into a school for an animation/illustration major! I don't have much experience except for a lot of drawing experience and one 3D modeling class. #animation #drawing #3d-animation #computer-animation #illustration...

What specific factors affect the chance of a freelance illustrator getting a job offer from a client?
I understand that freelancers have to manage their own money, time, daily schedule, as well as their marketing, and various other things. Because of this, I would like to know the specific actions taken by a **freelance illustrator** (who is looking to get an offer from a client in any...
#illustrator #freelance #illustration #digital-art #art-and-illustration #digital-illustration #freelancer

What jobs are available for someone interested in motion graphics?
I am currently a graphic design student and have found a love for typography, vector based illustrations and infographics. I have experimented with AfterEffects and creating simple motion graphics and was wondering what type of jobs are available for such interests. #design #graphic-design...

I want to be a cartoonist or an illustrator. I like drawing and making comics. I would like to do it as a career, but, I'm not sure how to get there.
I want to make comics for a career because I want a job that I enjoy. #artist #drawing #illustrator #illustration...

How easy is it to get into the art industry.

Applying for internships in animation?
What advice do you have for animation students applying to intern? What do companies look for specifically in applicants and what can I do to make my application stronger? #animation #3d-animation #illustrator #computer-animation #illustration...

What colleges on the east coast offer an animation major or an animation concentration?
I live in Virginia and I want to study animation. I do not want to leave the east coast to attend college; I am currently interested in the Savannah College of Art and Design. #art #animation #3d-animation #illustration...

How do you create a great art portfolio?
I want to go to an art school to major in animation. What are ways to improve my portfolio? #design #arts #animation #fine-art...