Arts and Craft

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Art Studio Assistant

An Art Studio Assistant supports artists by preparing materials, assisting in production, and handling administrative tasks while communicating effectively.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Beginner

Art Gallery Assistant

An Art Gallery Assistant helps set up exhibitions, assists with marketing, provides gallery tours, and communicates exhibition details to visitors.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Picture Framer

A Picture Framer crafts frames for artwork and memorabilia, advises customers, takes measurements, and ensures accurate mounting for display.

Avg yearly income $58,760
Skill level Beginner

Jeweller

A Jeweller designs and creates jewellery pieces from metal and gemstones, using techniques like shaping, polishing, and engraving while collaborating with clients to bring unique designs to life.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Beginner

Art Director

An Art Director oversees an organisation's visual representation, collaborating with designers to ensure cohesive print and online materials.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Illustrator

An Illustrator creates images for books, advertising, or marketing, specialising in media like paintings or digital art, working to briefs and deadlines.

Avg yearly income $75,400
Skill level Advanced

Artist

An Artist creates artworks for sale or public viewing, specialising in various media, collaborating with others, and managing multiple projects.

Avg yearly income $67,600
Skill level Advanced

Painter

Painters create and display artworks, working on commissions or personal pieces, requiring creativity, skill, and strong communication.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Sculptor

A Sculptor creates three-dimensional art from various materials, often displaying work in galleries or taking commissions while collaborating with clients.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Advanced

Fine Artist

Fine Artists create original artworks, express visions or commentary, exhibit and sell pieces, and handle business to sustain their work.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Advanced

Arts Administrator

An Arts Administrator oversees arts organisations by managing budgets, coordinating events, promoting initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Avg yearly income $81,900
Skill level Advanced

Screen Printer

A Screen Printer uses manual or digital techniques to print on various materials, mixing inks, producing prints, and meeting deadlines accurately.

Avg yearly income $60,060
Skill level Beginner

Ceramic Artist

A Ceramic Artist creates functional and artistic pieces from clay, using techniques like hand-building and glazing to achieve unique designs.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Art Dealer

An Art Dealer specialises in buying and selling artworks, valuing pieces, curating exhibitions, and providing investment advice to clients.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced

Art Technician

An Art Technician aids in creating and installing artworks, managing materials, supporting artists technically, and ensuring a safe working environment.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Art Gallery Director

An Art Gallery Director manages daily operations, coordinates exhibitions, liaises with artists, oversees marketing, finances, and staff, ensuring smooth gallery operations.

Avg yearly income $114,400
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in arts and craft

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Graphic Design: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Digital Designer
Vehicle Wrapper UI Designer UX Designer Creative Director Art Director Brand Designer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Digital Designer Vehicle Wrapper UI Designer UX Designer Creative Director Art Director Brand Designer + 6 more

Bachelor of Business
On Campus, Online
12 - 36 months
$0 - $55,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Consultant Business Services Manager Business Specialist
Change And Communications Manager Management Consultant General Manager Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Innovation Strategist Engagement Manager Art Dealer Partnerships Manager Operations Analyst Strategy Manager Inventory Planner Business Process Analyst Client Services Officer Investment Banking Analyst Company Director
+ 15 more

Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $105,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Content Marketing Manager Media Planner Media Buyer
Marketing Project Manager Content Executive Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Sponsorship Manager International Marketing Specialist Campaign Manager Gallery Manager Marketing Strategist Fundraising Coordinator New Home Sales Consultant Brand Manager Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Product Marketing Manager Promotions Manager Advertising Manager Brand Strategist International Marketer Market Analyst Marketing Manager
+ 19 more
MEM30619

Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture
On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$0 - $26,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Jewellery Designer Jeweller
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Jewellery Designer Jeweller
ICP31220

Certificate III in Printing
Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 38 months
$0 - $2,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Printing Machinist Screen Printer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Printing Machinist Screen Printer
CUA50720

Diploma of Graphic Design
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $18,852
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Screen Printer Creative Designer Signwriter
Multimedia Artist 2D Designer Motion Designer Online Content Creator Publishing Coordinator Design Coordinator Exhibition Designer UX Developer Packaging Designer Visual Designer Art Director Graphic Designer UI Designer Brand Designer
+ 14 more
CUA40620

Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts
On Campus
4 - 6 months
$2,500 - $11,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Potter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Potter
CUA30720

Certificate III in Design Fundamentals
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 24 months
$0 - $8,272
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Painter Junior Animator
Screen Printer Ceramic Artist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Painter Junior Animator Screen Printer Ceramic Artist + 2 more
CUA60320

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design
Blended, On Campus
6 - 17 months
$0 - $15,576
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Brand Designer
UI Designer Art Director
+ 2 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Visual Designer Brand Designer UI Designer Art Director + 2 more
MSF20313

Certificate II in Furniture Making
On Campus
4 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Joiner Apprentice Cabinet Maker Apprentice Furniture Maker
Picture Framer Upholsterer Curtain Maker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Joiner Apprentice Cabinet Maker Apprentice Furniture Maker Picture Framer Upholsterer Curtain Maker + 3 more
CUA31120

Certificate III in Visual Arts
Blended, Distance, On Campus
6 - 24 months
$0 - $13,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Gallery Assistant Picture Framer Artist
Painter Sculptor Art Studio Assistant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Gallery Assistant Picture Framer Artist Painter Sculptor Art Studio Assistant + 3 more
CUA51120

Diploma of Visual Arts
Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $18,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Artist Painter Sculptor
Art Studio Assistant Illustrator Textile Designer Art Gallery Assistant Colour Consultant Dance Teacher Assistant Wedding Photographer Design Assistant Brand Designer Fine Artist Games Animator Technical Artist Set Designer Art Consultant Ceramic Artist
+ 15 more
CUA10320

Certificate I in Visual Arts
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $922
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Technician Art Studio Assistant Sculptor
Potter
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Technician Art Studio Assistant Sculptor Potter + 1 more
CUA20720

Certificate II in Visual Arts
Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $2,064
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant
CUA41320

Certificate IV in Visual Arts
Blended, On Campus, Online
11 - 12 months
$0 - $15,276
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Jeweller Sculptor
Painter Artist Textile Designer Design Assistant Wedding Photographer Fine Artist
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Jeweller Sculptor Painter Artist Textile Designer Design Assistant Wedding Photographer Fine Artist + 6 more
CUA60720

Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts
Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Magazine Stylist Design Assistant Textile Designer
Curator Freelance Artist
+ 2 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Magazine Stylist Design Assistant Textile Designer Curator Freelance Artist + 2 more
CUA40720

Certificate IV in Design
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 14 months
$0 - $13,093
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Illustrator Fashion Merchandiser
Digital Designer Creative Designer Jewellery Designer 2D Designer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Graphic Designer Illustrator Fashion Merchandiser Digital Designer Creative Designer Jewellery Designer 2D Designer + 4 more
MEM60222

Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design
On Campus
24 months
$26,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Jeweller Jewellery Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Jeweller Jewellery Designer
CUA40820

Certificate IV in Arts and Cultural Administration
On Campus, Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Exhibition Coordinator Art Gallery Director
Assistant Sound Engineer Digital Artist Visual Technician Art Gallery Assistant Community Arts Worker
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Exhibition Coordinator Art Gallery Director Assistant Sound Engineer Digital Artist Visual Technician Art Gallery Assistant Community Arts Worker + 5 more
CUA20420

Certificate II in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts
Blended, On Campus
4 - 24 months
$0 - $6,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Potter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Potter
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