Cartographers

A cartographer who proves adept at drafting and designing maps and understands the other steps in mapmaking stands a good chance of becoming a supervisor or manager in the public and private sectors. However, cartographers should expect to work directly on maps throughout their careers, even when holding supervisory positions.

Since there has been a significant progressive increase in the amount of GIS and mapping data available over the last decade, cartographers and photogrammetrists will be needed to interpret, refine, and create mapping products using these data. Consequently, prospects for advancement into supervisory and managerial positions for cartographers and photgrammetrists should very favorable.