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Lights, Camera, Action! Your Career as a Camera Operator

Do you like the bright lights? Are you constantly considering shot framing and background? You could have a great job as a camera operator! Job Overview Using digital technology, camera operators collect a large variety of video media to be used to convey a story, event or setting. They work with directors to determine filming techniques, shoot scenes and convey the director's artistic vision...

Cut Just Right – Careers in Film and Video Editing

Do you enjoy the technical aspects of motion picture and video production? Can you pick out subtle differences between multiple shots of the same scene? Do you enjoy working with a variety of software editing packages? Film and video editing may be in your future! Job Overview Film and video editors cut together a number of video pieces into one cohesive production, usually working with directors...

How to become a Director

Do you have an artistic flair for putting large projects together? When other people talk about heroes, do you automatically think of Scorsese, Spielberg, Howard and Tarantino? Directing could be for you! Job Overview Creative decisions on a production are made by a director, often in line with several area-specific assistants. You would be active not only during production of the enterprise,...

How to Become a Flea Market Artist

Are your hands always busy? Can you create something out of nothing? Flea Market Artists keep traditional and modern skills alive! Job Overview          Flea Market Artists create unique art pieces using a variety of traditional and not-so-traditional crafts. In addition to crafting, they also use business, marketing and accounting skills to keep their business alive. Requirements and Qualifications You'd...

How to Become a Craft Artist

If you have a creative mind, can shape art out of found objects and unusual materials, and enjoy working with your hands, you might have a future as a craft artist. The surprising thing is that "craft" in this instance has a much wider definition than you might think, and entering the field may be only a matter of wanting it. Craft artists are part of the wider world of fine art, and have...

Pursing a Career as an Art Director

Creative art directors typically lead teams and manage projects dealing with visual communications media. Product packaging, advertising, marketing, publishing, print, film, television, web design, and video games, are all areas that typically have art directors responsible for helping things run efficiently and assuring quality products.  Art directors are in charge of managing teams responsible...

How to Become an Artist

There are a broad range of possibilities in the art field. From a fine artist selling unique paintings, to a college professor teaching art classes, to a graphic design artist creating work for a specific company, the  artistic field is full of a variety of career paths. When looking into the art field, potential salary, necessary education, and personal interest, are all important factors in choosing...

How to Become a Multimedia Artist or Animator

The world of multimedia is exploding. Everyday more websites and companies use multimedia to attract visitors to their websites. People flock to You Tube in droves to see the latest videos. Some videos get millions of hits inside of a week or two. People are driven to multimedia. They are also fascinated by animations. The movie industry is the most popular industry which utilizes these art forms,...

How to become a Computer Animator

If you enjoy creating two- or three-dimensional images using advanced art software, a large job market exists to put your creative skills to professional use. Anyone interested in becoming a computer animator needs a background education in computer technology, usually a four year degree, and will have to put together a digital portfolio for potential employers to look over.     Job...

How to Become a Historic Conservationist

Historic conservationists (also known as historic preservationists) are professionals who determine historical landmarks, buildings, or items. They are responsible for the restoration and long term care of these items or structures.     Historic conservators work for organizations and foundations to discover historical items in the community. These artifacts worth preserving...