Painter Jobs

A Painter in the commercial art industry, also known as a Commercial Artist, plays a vital role in visualizing and creating images that help communicate a specific idea or message. This could be for advertising, media, print, or digital platforms. The painter uses various techniques such as sketching, painting, digital drawing, and collage to create enticing artwork that connects with the target audience. They might work in collaboration with marketing and sales teams to ensure the visual representation aligns with the overall brand and campaign objectives. In addition, they are often responsible for meeting deadlines, maintaining an updated portfolio, and continuously upgrading their artistic skills.

To be a successful Painter in the commercial art industry, one should possess a high degree of creativity, technical artistry skills, and knowledge of the latest art software. Strong communication skills are also essential to understand the client's needs and to work cohesively with a team. A degree in fine arts or a related field is typically required. Further, certification in graphic design or digital art can enhance job prospects in this competitive field. Prior to becoming a Painter, a person may begin their career as an Illustrator, Graphic Designer, or Art Assistant to gain relevant experience and exposure in the industry.

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Scenic Painter

  • Jackson, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Jackson, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

The Scenic Painter has an expert understanding of scenic finishing techniques, either scenic painting or flame retardant treatments, to foam carving, texturing, etc....

Mural Painter

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

If so, you may be a perfect fit for our Mural Painter role in Brooklyn, New York or Los Angeles, California!...

PT Makeup Freelance Artist

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 12 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 12 days ago

Charlotte Tilbury is on the lookout for a PT Makeup Freelance Artist to join their exceptional team. As a Freelance Artist, you will bring your makeup artistry talents to the forefront, helping...

Painter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Drawing For Painters
Drawing for Painters covers the skills that every painter needs. This course addresses the common problems artists encounter. Your instructor, Desiree Holmes Scherini, is an artist and arts...
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Learning Corel Painter X3 - Be Creative With Painter
This Corel Painter X3 training course from Infinite Skills teaches you the fundamental tools and techniques that are available to you in this widely used pixel-based painting program. This course...
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Painterly Pet Portraits
In this class we will learn how to capture our pets and favorite animals in general with watercolor on paper. This class however will not be about mixing the exact shades of skin and fur and...
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Salary for Painter Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Painters offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.9%
High School or GED
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Painters
Less than 1 year
41.6%
4-6 years
27.0%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
12.1%
None
0.6%