Careers In Art

For prospective undergraduate students of Art History, or professionals looking to develop an existing art history career or move into the field, Careers in Art History groups jobs by theme to show the range of careers available within certain sectors and how they interconnect. This edition has also included more potential careers, including less obvious roles such as advertising, heritage tourism and museum retail, and reflected the changing job market with an extended entry on freelance work. This edition also contains new sections with practical information on marketing yourself, writing CVs and finding funding, as well as updated 'further information' sections, accompanying each entry.

Includes information on careers in architecture; interior and display design; graphic design; publications design and illustration; photography; industrial design; fashion design; film, TV, and multimedia; theater and stage design; fine art; crafts; art education; art museums; galleries; art publications; and art services such as artist materials suppliers and art therapists.

Find an exciting, fulfilling career that turns your life into a masterpiece! The worlds of art and business are fast becoming one. Any enterprise that has to get a message across will have a need for those rare individuals who possess a talent for color, shape, and composition. Whether you want to create a piece to hang in a museum or create an advertisement for that museum, you can find a satisfying and well-paying career in the world of art. Careers in Art gives you invaluable tips for finding a job in one of the many areas that make up this diverse field. Whether you like to work on computer or canvas, freelance or full-time, this updated edition will help you: Develop a clear understanding of the various career options Key in on the specialty most suited for you--from fine arts teacher to museum curator to graphic artist Understand what to expect in an entry-level job Find the education and training you'll need to stay one step ahead of the competition Familiarize yourself with current salaries, benefits, and the best job prospects

Answers the question, "What can I do with a major in . . . ?" This series helps students explore career options within their field of study. From assessing individual talents and skills to taking the necessary steps to land a job, every aspect of identifying and getting started in a career choice is covered. Readers learn to explore their options, target an ideal career, present a major as an asset to a job, perfect a job search, and follow through and get results.

A revised edition detailing the myriad of different jobs available within art and design - from teaching art history to product design - and explaining the qualifications needed and the best ways of getting them. Several case studies are also included within the text.

With all the pressure of turning a college degree into a stable, decent-paying job, those creative individuals who are considering the value of an art degree in the work world may be pleasantly surprised at the variety of good jobs available to art gradua

Opportunities in Visual Arts Careers offers job seekers essential information about a variety of careers in the field of visual arts. The book includes training and education requirements, salary statistics, and professional and Internet resources.