Employment Outlook and Wages
Employers search for artists who can think creatively on their own, but in addition have knowledge of computers. Salaries vary greatly depending on schooling, specialized skills and the area in which the company is located. The portfolio presentation is usually the deciding factor on whether an artist is hired or not. The program instructor will guide the student toward the completion of a portfolio adequately reflecting their talent and skills.
Average Salaries
Below is a list of careers in the Advertising Art & Design field and their average salaries. Salary figures are provided by Central Pennsylvania Workforce Development Corporation and O*Net.
Masters Degree
Marketing Manager $109,800 Instructor $58,000
4 Year Degree
Creative Director $35,530 Graphic Designer $35,530 Magazine/Book Publisher $43,700 Fashion Designer $43,700 Art Director $71,100
2 Year Degree
Marketing Representative 47,700 Interactive Media Designer $47,700
1 Year - 18 Months
Web Designer $78,000
SUN Tech Graduate
Photographer $31,700 Sketch Artist $39,800 Animator $39,800 Illustrator $39,800 Tattoo Artist $35,000 Sign Painter $35,000 Art Gallery Employee $35,000 Ad Layout Artist $35,000 Desktop Publisher $35,000