Contemporary Art and Design Industry Pathway

Explore the top careers in the field of Contemporary Art and Design to see if a degree or certificate in this field is right for you!
Types of Employers

Freelance Graphic Design

Small Businesses

Retail Stores and Vendors

Marketing/Design Firms

Entertainment/Media Outlets

Independent Companies

How to Get There

Internships: Find an internship in your desired profession. Make sure you enjoy the work environment, opportunities, and stress.

Master Your Craft: Focus on excellence in your field of expertise, especially producing quality presentations and finishings.

Mentorship and Networking: Find and connect with people in the desired industry to learn more about how others got there. Attend campus and professional informational events.

Volunteer: Offer your design skills to build a reputation and portfolio.

Entrepreneurship: Develop a website, Instagram prescence, digital storefront to show off your work

Build a portfolio: Build a diverse, creative porfolio that showcases your skills and vision. Collect original artwork through classes, work, projects, gigs, etc.

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