This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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In Australia, a full time Digital Artist generally earns $1,560 per week ($81,120 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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This industry has experienced a strong increase in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 16,800 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Digital Artist. Digital Artists may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re interested in a career as a Digital Artist, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Film and Video Production). This course will develop your technical skills in video production and cover topics including shooting material for screen production, preparing video assets, editing video and audio content, producing digital images and planning program content.
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Digital Artist careers
A Digital Artist creates video and pictorial content for use in online media. You might plan material and work with a small crew to produce it. Digital Artists might coordinate film shoots, carry out editing and perform post-production work. Your work might focus on a particular subject or you might cover a range of topics.
Digital Artists should have strong technical skills and be comfortable using a range of digital platforms. You’ll need to be creative and able to come up with unique and innovative ideas. Digital Artists should be aware of current trends and up to date with current affairs. It’s important you can manage your time and meet deadlines when required.
