2. Challenges
1. Creative industries are very competitive
2. Few graduates become professional artists
3. Transferring skills acquired in your studies
3. 1. Curator/Exhibitions Assistant
• Allows you to work in a cultural environment
• Even administrative assistant or gallery assistant gives you first-
hand experience in the arts industry
4. 2. Illustrator
• Create visual content
• Work in-house or as a freelancer
• Work to briefs
• Illustrative designs for books, campaigns, advertisements, films
& more
5. 3. Graphic Designer
• Work in a company or as a freelancer
• Create briefs for advertisements or campaigns
• Anything from logos to websites
• Important: an understanding of brands
6. 4. Art Teacher or Art Therapist
• Work with others alongside them
• Focus on education & social involvement
7. 5. Photographer
• Use your experience from experimenting
• Option to exhibit in galleries
• Stepping-stone to positions like art director
• In-house or freelance positions
• Part-time or full-time
8. 6. Jobs in Advertising and Marketing
• Creative thinking
• Analytical skills
• Design campaigns & digital content
• Important: an understanding of brands
9. 7. Full-Time Artist
• Self-employed or residency placement
• Thorough understanding of your materials & techniques
• Needed: self-motivation & strong portfolio
10. 8. Contrado Creative
• Needed: mind-blowing artwork & passion for your designs
• Time-investment: almost none
• Rewards: Fame & fortune
11. For more details on how to become a Contrado Creative and
other jobs you can get with an art degree, read our blog.