Geelong

Illustrator

An Illustrator produces creative images used for a range of purposes. You might prepare illustrations used in story books or prepare images used in advertising, marketing or communication materials. Illustrators may specialise in a type of media such as paintings, drawings or collage or use other techniques such as photos and digital images.

Illustrators should be creative and able to work with prepared briefs. You’ll need to have strong artistic skills and be able to use your abilities in a range of circumstances. Illustrators must be able to manage their time well and work within a deadline. It’s important you can communicate well and work as part of a team.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $75,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a illustrator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CUA51120

Diploma of Visual Arts

On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $18,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA40720

Certificate IV in Design

Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 14 months
$0 - $13,093
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of 2D Animation

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$65,364
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Illustrator 2D Animator 2D Designer Motion Designer + 1 more

Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts)

Blended
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Visual Arts

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $34,662
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Artist Craftsperson Graphic Designer Illustrator Painter + 2 more

Bachelor of Fine Arts

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $106,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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