Members of this community are interested in careers that focus on creating or performing art. Individuals interested in this field typically exhibit strong creative skills. Most art professionals also rely on technical abilities, such as skills with design and animation software. Many of these career paths pay above-average salaries and allow graduates to work in rewarding and fulfilling roles. Keep in mind that many artistic fields rely on a strong portfolio or body of work that demonstrates your creative and practical skills and experience.

Relevant Majors


Sample Occupations

  • Actor/Director
  • Architect 
  • Archivist/Curator 
  • Art Appraiser 
  • Art Center Director 
  • Art Conservator 
  • Art Director
  • Art Educator 
  • Art Therapist 
  • Art Agent/Manager 
  • Cartographer 
  • Cartoonist 
  • Ceramic Engineer Cloth Designer 
  • Choral Director
  • Church Musician
  • Comedian
  • Commercial Artist
  • Creative Director
  • Designer
  • Drama Coach
  • Editor
  • Graphic Artist/Designer 
  • House/Stage Manager
  • Illustrator
  • Instrument Repairer
  • Instrument Tuner
  • Instrumentalist
  • Makeup Artist
  • Manager
  • Motion Picture  Photographer 
  • Music Critic
  • Music Director
  • Music Engineer
  • Opera Singer
  • Orchestra Conductor
  • Percussionist
  • Performer
  • Photographer
  • Printer 
  • Producer
  • Publisher 
  • Record Producer
  • Sculptor 
  • Set designer 
  • Sketch Artist 
  • Songwriter
  • Sound Effects Technician
  • Sound Engineer
  • Theater Manager
  • Theater Producer
  • Videographer 
  • Visual Manger 
  • Webpage Designer

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