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 Needed for Film Set Wall Flats / Faux Industrial Patina

  • Glendale, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 6 days ago

un Scenic Painter Needed for Film Set Wall Flats / Faux Industrial Patina (Glendale) image 1 of 1 compensation: Hourly or Day Rate Description Looking for an experienced scenic painter / set painter...

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Scenic Painter Needed for Newsies

  • Vanguard Theater
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 10 days ago

SCENIC PAINTER NEEDED FOR NEWSIES CATEGORY: TECHNICAL Vanguard Theater Montclair, NJ US JOB DETAILS DESCRIPTION Scenic Painter Needed for Newsies Looking for a scenic painter for set for a production...

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Scenic Painter

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • Orlando, FL
  • 17 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 17 days ago

JOB TITLE: Painter DEPARTMENT: Painter er REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor SUMMARY: Assisting the painter - cleaning, mixing paints, taping/masking parts as specified by travelers and drawings DUTIES...

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Scenic Painter

  • Tradesmen International, LLC
  • Orlando, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Description Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Scenic Painters for projects located in the Orlando, FL area....

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PT Makeup Freelance Artist

  • Charlotte Tilbury
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 90+ 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...

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Painter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
50.9%
High School or GED
15.4%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
10.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Some College
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%
Some High School
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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