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 6 of 8 for Artistic careers.
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Product Manager - Fashion Technology
Bachelor's Degree · $135,000
Manages fashion technology and apparel innovation products. Focuses on wearables, smart clothing, and fashion tech.
Product Manager - Music Technology
Bachelor's Degree · $135,000
Manages music technology and audio innovation products. Focuses on music creation, distribution, and audio technology.
Production Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Designs the visual concept for film, television, or theatre productions by establishing styles for sets, locations,…
Production Designer (Film/TV)
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Production Designers are responsible for the visual concept of a film, television, or stage production. They create the…
Professional Dancer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $45,000
Professional dancers perform in various settings, including theatrical productions, music videos, and live events. They…
Project Manager (Creative)
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Manage creative projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and alignment…
Props Master / Props Designer
Bachelor's degree preferred (Theater/Fine Arts/Sculpture) · $48,000
Sources, builds, and manages all properties (hand props, set dressing, furniture) for theatrical and film productions,…
Prototyper
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $115,000
Creates interactive prototypes and proof-of-concepts to validate design ideas. Uses prototyping tools and code to build…
Publication / Editorial Designer
Bachelor's degree (Graphic Design/Visual Communication) · $72,000
Designs layouts for magazines, books, newspapers, annual reports, and digital publications, combining typography,…
Puppeteer / Puppet Designer
No formal degree required (puppet-specific training/apprenticeship) · $42,000
Creates and performs with puppets for theater, television, film, and educational programming, designing and building…
Radio Announcer
Associate's Degree · $45,000
Presents music, news, and discussions on radio. Engages with listeners, conducts interviews, and operates broadcasting…
Radio News Reporter / Radio Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism, Broadcasting, or Communications · $45,000
Reports news stories for radio broadcast, gathering audio interviews, writing scripts for spoken delivery, and filing…
Real Estate Photographer / Videographer
No formal degree required; photography training and portfolio essential; FAA Part 107 for drones · $52,000
Creates professional photography, video tours, drone footage, and virtual content for property listings, helping agents…
Real-Time Rendering Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Graphics Programming or Computer Science · $115,000
Creates real-time graphics and rendering solutions for interactive media. Optimizes 3D assets for real-time performance.
Rendering Specialist / Render Wrangler
Associate's Degree in Computer Science or VFX · $68,000
Manages render farm operations and optimizes rendering pipelines. Troubleshoots rendering issues and ensures efficient…
Retail / Store Designer
Bachelor's degree (Interior Design/Architecture) · $78,000
Designs retail environments, store layouts, and branded commercial spaces that optimize customer flow, merchandise…
Rigging Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Animation or VFX · $76,000
Creates digital skeletons and control systems for 3D characters and objects. Develops rigs that enable animators to…
Rotoscope Artist
Associate's Degree or Certificate in VFX · $55,000
Traces and isolates elements in footage frame-by-frame for VFX work. Creates precise masks and mattes for compositing…
Scenic Designer / Set Designer
Bachelor's degree (Scenic Design/Theater; MFA strongly valued) · $58,000
Designs the physical environment of theatrical productions, creating set designs through models, renderings, and…
Science Communicator / Science Writer
Bachelor's in Science + Journalism/Communication; Master's preferred · $62,000
Translates complex scientific research into accessible content for public audiences through journalism, social media,…
Scientific Illustrator / Medical Illustrator
Master's in Medical Illustration (accredited program) · $78,000
Creates accurate visual representations of scientific and medical concepts for publications, textbooks, patient…
Screenwriter
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Craft compelling narratives and dialogue for film, television, and other visual media, transforming ideas into detailed…
Scriptwriter (Video / Podcast / Brand Films)
Bachelor's in Film, Communications, Creative Writing, or English; portfolio/reel essential · $72,000
Writes scripts for brand videos, explainer animations, podcast episodes, webinars, and brand films, structuring…
Scriptwriter (Video/Motion)
Bachelor's Degree in Writing, Film, or Communications · $75,000
Writes scripts for video, motion, and interactive media. Develops compelling narratives and dialogue for production.
Sculptor
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Shapes and combines materials such as clay, metal, stone, or wood to create three-dimensional artworks, often conveying…
Seamstress
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $35,000
Designs, alters, repairs, and creates garments and textile items using various fabrics, patterns, and sewing…
Senior Copywriter / Lead Copywriter
Bachelor's in English, Advertising, or Communications; strong portfolio with award-winning work valued · $95,000
Leads copywriting projects and mentors junior writers, developing brand voice guidelines, crafting high-stakes campaign…
Senior Reporter
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Investigate, write, and report news stories across multiple media outlets, specializing in areas such as politics,…
Senior UX/UI Designer
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $160,000
Leads design for complex product features and systems, mentoring junior designers and establishing design standards.…
Service Designer
Bachelor's degree (Design/Business/HCI) · $115,000
Designs end-to-end service experiences across digital and physical touchpoints, mapping customer journeys, service…
Session Musician / Pit Orchestra Musician
Bachelor's degree (Music Performance; conservatory training) · $52,000
Performs as a hired instrumentalist for recording sessions, Broadway/theater pit orchestras, live shows, and studio…
Set and Exhibit Designers
Bachelor's Degree · $66,280
Design special exhibits and sets for film, video, television, and theater productions. May study scripts, confer with…
Short-Form Video Creator / Content Creator
High School Diploma or Associate's Degree · $65,000
Creates engaging short-form video content for social media and streaming platforms. Manages content production and…
Short-Form Video Producer / Reels & TikTok Specialist
No formal requirement (portfolio-based) · $60,000
Produces short-form video content (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts) for brands, handling concept ideation,…
Social Media Coordinator / Specialist
Bachelor's degree (Marketing/Communications) · $52,000
Executes day-to-day social media activities including content scheduling, community engagement, basic analytics…
Social Media Copywriter
Bachelor's degree (English/Communications/Marketing) · $58,000
Writes engaging copy for social media posts, captions, ads, and campaigns across platforms, adapting brand voice for…
Sound Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Sound editors are responsible for assembling and synchronizing all sound elements to dialogue, music, and sound effects…
Spatial UI Designer (AR/VR Interfaces)
Bachelor's degree (HCI/3D Design/CS) · $130,000
Designs user interfaces and interaction patterns for augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality…
Special Effects Artists and Animators
Bachelor's Degree · $99,800
Create special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in…
Sports Journalist / Reporter
Bachelor's degree (Journalism/Communications/English) · $52,000
Covers sporting events, teams, and athletes through written articles, video reports, and social media content, breaking…
Sports Photographer
Associate's degree or portfolio-based (Photography/Photojournalism) · $48,000
Captures high-speed action photography at sporting events for media outlets, teams, leagues, and brands, requiring…
Staff Reporter
Bachelor's degree · $60,000
Staff Reporters gather facts, conduct interviews, and write news stories for newspapers, magazines, websites,…
Stage / Theatrical Designer
Bachelor's degree (Theatre Design/Scenic Design; MFA valued) · $65,000
Designs sets, scenery, and environments for theatre, opera, dance, and live events, creating immersive worlds that…
Stand-Up Comedian / Comedy Writer
No formal degree required · $42,000
Writes and performs original comedic material for live audiences, television, streaming specials, and podcasts,…
Story Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Story Artists translate scripts and ideas into visual narratives through storyboards, helping to plan the visual flow…
Storyboard Artist
Bachelor's degree (Animation/Illustration/Film) · $78,000
Creates sequential visual narratives that plan out scenes for film, animation, advertising, and games, translating…
Storyboard Director
Bachelor's Degree in Film or Illustration · $80,000
Creates detailed storyboards that visualize narrative flow. Bridges conceptual ideas and production execution.
Sustainability Designer / Circular Design Specialist
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Environmental Science/Sustainability) · $90,000
Integrates sustainability principles into product and service design, applying circular economy frameworks, lifecycle…
Sustainable Design Architect
Master's Degree · $105,000
Design high-performance buildings and urban spaces that minimize environmental impact through passive design…
Tailor
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $38,000 - $45,000
Creates, alters, repairs, or modifies garments for customers based on their specifications, needs, and preferences.…