Career Profiles: Art

CSULB Department of Art

A career in the arts is comprised of several specializations which include but are not limited to art education, art history, photography, ceramics, drawing, painting, sculpturing and graphic design. Opportunities to work in the art field include agencies, theatres, art centers, schools, and studios. Skills that are essential to a career in the art field are critical thinking, communication, design and planning, research and investigation, as well as, administration and management. The work environment for artist vary depending on the type of art specialization and can include self-employment, design service firms, private and government industries, and motion picture and video industries. Perfecting a trade and creating a strong networking circle are highly recommended within the competitive art field.

Career Possibilities:

Additional experience and/or education may be required

Architectural Communications
Architectural Illustrator
Art Therapist
Caricaturist
Cartographer
Conservator
Artist / Designer
Community Arts Instructor
Display Designer
Entertainment Industry
Fashion Illustrator
Graphic Designer
Jewelry Designer
Landscape and Real Estate Artist
Model Builder
Police Artist
Publishing Industry
Recreational Therapist
Set Decorator
Storyboard Artist
Videographer
Web Designer

Where Employed:

Advertising agencies
Amusement parks
Art galleries
Colleges and universities
Film industry
Government agencies
Museums
Public and private schools
Public relations firms
Publishing and recording companies
Recreation departments
Self-employed “freelance”

Career Research Resources:

Career exploration, exclusive jobs & internships for CSULB students can be found on CareerLINK
Guide to career information on Occupational Outlook Handbook
Career exploration and job analysis - O*Net Online

CSULB College and Department Links:

College website: College of the Arts
Academic Advising: Undergraduate Advising Resources
CSULB Degrees & Options: Colleges & Departments