Artists

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Ideal for those who love blending creativity with technical skills.
Artists shape culture and innovation across diverse industries.
Discover unique expression through varied materials and techniques.

💰 Earn $66K-$109K

📚 NO DEGREE REQUIRED

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

📈 3.3% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

All artists and related workers not listed separately. People who have been trained in art and design are unique in that they practice both creative and technical skills. Artists use a variety of materials and techniques to create original works of art for sale and exhibition. In most cases, artists also have extensive experience in collaboration and have a great capacity for innovation. As such, in addition to creating works of art for sale and exhibition, artists can expect to find careers in a wide variety of industries and sectors, including marketing and business, fashion, illustration, and even professional photography.

Create visual or auditory expressions of ideas, emotions, or concepts in various forms such as paintings, sculptures, drawings, music, literature, dance, or digital media.
Experiment with new techniques, materials, or styles to discover unique forms of expression.
Promote and share artwork including exhibiting artwork in galleries, performing on stage, publishing books, sharing digital content on social media platforms, or distributing content created for organizational or corporate purposes.

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Minimum Education

None

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

1,200 Annually

Median Earnings

$88,000 in California

$74,750 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Learning
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Judgment and Decision Making
Reading Comprehension
Speaking

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Job security

Deep Dive

Artists

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years