Careers for Artistic thinkers
Three hundred and fifty-two careers that suit Artistic people, the creative, expressive and design-led work that suits people who think in images, sound, words or movement and need a way to make ideas tangible. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 2 of 8 for Artistic careers.
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Camera Operator
Bachelor's Degree · $58,000
Operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions,…
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
Associate's Degree · $68,810
Operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.
Case Study Writer / Customer Story Specialist
Bachelor's in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or English · $72,000
Interviews customers and writes compelling case studies, success stories, and testimonials that demonstrate product…
Caterer
High School Diploma · $55,000
A caterer plans, prepares, and serves food and beverages for events, ensuring high-quality culinary experiences and…
Ceramic Artist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $45,000
Designs, produces, and markets functional and sculptural ceramic objects using techniques such as hand-building,…
Character Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Creates visual identities for characters in various media, including video games, animation, and comics. Develops…
Chief Creative Officer
Bachelor's Degree · $180,000
Leads the creative vision and strategy for a company, overseeing all creative output, including advertising, branding,…
Chief Design Officer
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $450,000
Serves as C-level executive responsible for all design strategy and innovation. Partners with CEO and other executives…
Choreographers
High School Diploma · $55,600
Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations.
Cinematographer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Visualizes and captures the director's artistic vision, meticulously crafting each shot to convey emotion and…
Cinematographer / Director of Photography
Bachelor's Degree in Film or Photography · $90,000
Plans and executes visual cinematography for film and television. Manages camera work, lighting design, and visual…
Circus Performer / Aerialist
No formal degree (circus school/intensive training; e.g., NECCA, ENC, CNAC) · $42,000
Performs acrobatic, aerial, and specialty acts in circus productions, variety shows, cruise ships, and themed…
Colorist / Color Grader
Associate's Degree or Certificate in Color Grading · $70,000
Grades and colors raw footage for film and television. Uses color correction software to achieve desired visual tone…
Comic Book Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Creates sequential art for comic books, graphic novels, and other visual narratives. This involves drawing, inking,…
Commercial and Industrial Designers
Bachelor's Degree · $79,450
Design and develop manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent…
Compositor
Bachelor's Degree in VFX or related field · $82,000
Combines multiple visual elements into final composite shots. Uses compositing software to integrate VFX, color…
Computer Graphics Engineer
Bachelor's degree (MS/PhD common) · $170,000
Develops rendering engines, shader programs, and graphics pipelines for games, film VFX, simulation, and real-time…
Concept Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts or Digital Art · $85,000
Creates visual concepts and designs for characters, environments, and props. Develops visual direction for production…
Concert Pianist / Classical Soloist
Master's degree (Music Performance; DMA/Artist Diploma common) · $55,000
Performs as a solo classical instrumentalist or with orchestras and chamber ensembles, maintaining an extensive…
Consumer Electronics Designer
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Product Design) · $95,000
Designs consumer technology products including smartphones, wearables, smart home devices, and audio equipment,…
Content Coordinator
Bachelor's Degree · $62,000
Orchestrates the creation, publication, and distribution of engaging content across various platforms. Ensures brand…
Content Creator
Bachelor's Degree · $116,615
Develops and produces engaging digital content across various platforms to connect brands with their target audience,…
Content Creator / Digital Content Producer
No formal requirement (portfolio-based) · $55,000
Creates multi-format digital content (video, graphics, blog posts, social posts) for brands or personal channels,…
Content Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Designs user-facing content and messaging for digital products. Creates microcopy, help text, error messages, and…
Content Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Develops and executes content strategies to attract, engage, and retain target audiences. Oversees content creation,…
Content Marketing Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $78,000
Develops and executes content strategies to attract, engage, and retain target audiences, driving brand awareness and…
Content Repurposing Specialist / Multimedia Content Adapter
Bachelor's in Marketing, Communications, or Media; multimedia skills valued · $62,000
Transforms existing content assets into multiple formats and channels — turning blog posts into videos, podcasts into…
Content Strategist
Bachelor's Degree · $77,070
Plans, creates, and manages content across digital platforms to achieve business and user experience goals.
Content Writer
Bachelor's in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field · $55,000
Creates written content for websites, blogs, social media, and marketing materials, producing clear and engaging copy…
Conversational UX Designer (Voice / Chatbot)
Bachelor's degree (Linguistics/HCI/Design) · $115,000
Designs conversational interfaces for voice assistants, chatbots, and AI agents, crafting dialogue flows, personality,…
Copy Editor / Sub-Editor
Bachelor's in Journalism, English, or Communications · $48,000
Reviews and edits news copy for accuracy, grammar, style consistency, legal issues, and headline writing before…
Copywriter
Bachelor's in English, Advertising, Communications, or related field · $65,000
Crafts persuasive and compelling copy for advertising campaigns, brand messaging, product descriptions, and marketing…
Copywriter (Brand / Advertising)
Bachelor's in English, Communications, Advertising, or Creative Writing; portfolio essential · $72,000
Crafts compelling advertising copy, taglines, brand messaging, and campaign concepts across print, digital, TV, and…
Corporate Communications Writer / Internal Comms Storyteller
Bachelor's in Communications, PR, Journalism, or English · $78,000
Crafts internal communications that engage employees, including CEO messages, change management narratives, culture…
Cosmetologist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $38,000
Transforms clients' appearance through hair, skin, and nail care services. Applies artistic and technical skills to…
Costume Attendants
High School Diploma · $54,810
Select, fit, and take care of costumes for cast members, and aid entertainers. May assist with multiple costume changes…
Costume Designer
Bachelor's degree (Costume Design/Fashion/Theatre; MFA valued) · $68,000
Designs costumes for film, television, theatre, and live events, researching periods and characters, creating sketches,…
Craft Artists
High School Diploma · $38,480
Create or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving,…
Creative Director (Advertising)
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Creative Directors in advertising lead the creative vision for campaigns and projects. They oversee the creative…
Creative Director (Digital / Agency)
Bachelor's degree (Design/Advertising/Fine Arts) · $145,000
Leads the creative vision for digital campaigns and brand experiences, overseeing designers, copywriters, and video…
Creative Director (Video/Motion)
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Design, or related field · $120,000
Leads creative vision for video and motion projects. Develops concepts, directs creative teams, and ensures artistic…
Creative Producer
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Business, or Media · $105,000
Manages creative projects from concept to completion. Balances creative vision with production logistics and budgets.
Creative Strategist
Bachelor's degree (Advertising/Marketing/Design) · $105,000
Develops creative strategies that connect brand positioning, audience insights, and cultural trends to guide creative…
Creative Technologist
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Bridge the gap between creative concepts and technical execution by experimenting with new technologies to develop…
Crime / Court Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism; law courses or paralegal training advantageous · $50,000
Covers criminal justice, court proceedings, law enforcement, and crime stories for news outlets, attending trials,…
CSS/Styling Specialist
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Design / Related Field · $110,000
Specializes in CSS architecture, design systems, and styling solutions; ensures visual consistency and performance.
Culinary Instructor
Associate's Degree · $65,000
Instructs and guides aspiring culinary professionals in various cooking techniques, kitchen management, and food…
Dance Educator
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Instructs students in various dance forms, techniques, and performance skills, fostering artistic expression and…
Dancers
High School Diploma · $24,594
Perform dances. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for video recording.
Data Visualization Designer
Bachelor's degree (Design/Data Science/Journalism) · $100,000
Transforms complex data into clear, compelling visual narratives through charts, infographics, interactive dashboards,…