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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

Potter

A Potter uses clay to create functional and artistic pieces, employing techniques like glazing while communicating effectively with customers.

Avg yearly income $49,920
Skill level Advanced

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

Art Consultant

Art Consultants help clients purchase and display artworks, requiring a passion for contemporary art and strong sales skills.

Avg yearly income $86,320
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in arts and craft

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Visual Design: Transform
Online
12 months
$9,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Creative Director Art Director UI Designer
Brand Designer Visual Designer Interaction Designer Creative Designer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Creative Director Art Director UI Designer Brand Designer Visual Designer Interaction Designer Creative Designer + 4 more

Bachelor of Business
On Campus, Online
12 - 36 months
$0 - $55,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Manager Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Business Consultant
Business Specialist Business Services Manager Change And Communications Manager Management Consultant Client Services Officer Partnerships Manager Investment Banking Analyst Company Director Operations Analyst Strategy Manager Inventory Planner Art Dealer Business Process Analyst Innovation Strategist
+ 14 more
MEM30719

Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
Apprenticeship, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $18,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Craftsperson Boat Builder Shipwright
Assistant Shipwright Marine Mechanic Upholsterer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Craftsperson Boat Builder Shipwright Assistant Shipwright Marine Mechanic Upholsterer + 3 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.
Jeweller Jewellery Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Jeweller Jewellery Designer
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 Machine Operator
Printing Operator
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Printing Machinist Screen Printer Machine Operator Printing Operator + 1 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.
Gallery Curator Cultural Advisor Education Officer
Art Teacher Art Gallery Assistant Freelance Artist Community Arts Worker Arts Administrator Tour Guide Potter
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Gallery Curator Cultural Advisor Education Officer Art Teacher Art Gallery Assistant Freelance Artist Community Arts Worker Arts Administrator Tour Guide Potter + 7 more
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.
Painter Art Studio Assistant Graphic Designer
Junior Animator Design Assistant Pre-Press Operator Visual Merchandiser Screen Printer Digital Artist Ceramic Artist
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Painter Art Studio Assistant Graphic Designer Junior Animator Design Assistant Pre-Press Operator Visual Merchandiser Screen Printer Digital Artist Ceramic Artist + 7 more
CPC30620

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 48 months
$0 - $55,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Painter and Decorator Painter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Painter and Decorator Painter
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.
Art Director UI Designer Brand Designer
Visual Designer Graphic Designer Creative Director Digital Designer Packaging Designer Multimedia Designer
+ 6 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Director UI Designer Brand Designer Visual Designer Graphic Designer Creative Director Digital Designer Packaging Designer Multimedia Designer + 6 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.
Photographer Artist Painter
Sculptor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Photographer Artist Painter Sculptor + 1 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.
Sculptor Painter Art Studio Assistant
Artist Illustrator Art Consultant Art Gallery Assistant Textile Designer Fine Artist Ceramic Artist
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sculptor Painter Art Studio Assistant Artist Illustrator Art Consultant Art Gallery Assistant Textile Designer Fine Artist Ceramic Artist + 7 more
SIT10122

Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture)
Blended
6 months
$129
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Gallery Assistant Museum Assistant Museum Attendant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Gallery Assistant Museum Assistant Museum Attendant
CUA10320

Certificate I in Visual Arts
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $922
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Sculptor Potter
Art Gallery Assistant Props Assistant Community Arts Worker Art Technician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Sculptor Potter Art Gallery Assistant Props Assistant Community Arts Worker Art Technician + 4 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 Gallery Assistant Art Studio Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Gallery Assistant 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 Sculptor Painter
Artist Textile Designer Fine Artist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Studio Assistant Sculptor Painter Artist Textile Designer Fine Artist + 3 more
089936E

Diploma of Creative Enterprise (Higher Education)
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Multimedia Designer Content Creator Arts Administrator
Communications Officer Marketing Assistant Marketing Coordinator Social Media Manager Events Assistant Event Coordinator Social Media Coordinator
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Multimedia Designer Content Creator Arts Administrator Communications Officer Marketing Assistant Marketing Coordinator Social Media Manager Events Assistant Event Coordinator Social Media Coordinator + 7 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.
Illustrator Textile Designer Art Gallery Assistant
Freelance Artist Art Technician Multimedia Artist Exhibition Designer
+ 4 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Illustrator Textile Designer Art Gallery Assistant Freelance Artist Art Technician Multimedia Artist Exhibition Designer + 4 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.
Creative Designer Packaging Designer 2D Designer
Product Designer Illustrator Digital Designer Jewellery Designer Graphic Designer Visual Designer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Creative Designer Packaging Designer 2D Designer Product Designer Illustrator Digital Designer Jewellery Designer Graphic Designer Visual Designer + 6 more
CUA40720

Certificate IV in Design (Graphic Design)
On Campus
12 months
$4,188
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Visual Designer Graphic Designer Brand Designer
Digital Designer Illustrator 2D Designer Multimedia Designer Packaging Designer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Visual Designer Graphic Designer Brand Designer Digital Designer Illustrator 2D Designer Multimedia Designer Packaging Designer + 5 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.
CAD Designer Design Consultant Gallery Curator
Visual Merchandiser Production Manager Jeweller Jewellery Designer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Designer Design Consultant Gallery Curator Visual Merchandiser Production Manager Jeweller Jewellery Designer + 4 more
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