Illustrators (including Animators) plan, design, develop, and prepare pictures and diagrams to communicate messages, clarify meaning, assist in presentations and illustrate stories, using traditional and digital media such as drawing, painting, drafting, collage, models, photography, and image capture and manipulation software.
You usually need a bachelor degree or a diploma in graphic arts, visual arts, animation or another related field to work as an Illustrator (including Animator). Putting together a portfolio might help you showcase your skills.
Interested in developing your digital skills? Try one of 2000 free online courses at SkillFinder.com.au
SkillFinder is a project funded by the Australian Government, through the Digital Skills Platform Program.
Top skills requested in job advertisements for this occupation.
Learn more
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Indesign
Graphic Design
Adobe Illustrator
Communication Skills
Adobe Acrobat
