Education and Training Requirements
High School
Hone your writing and artistic skills in high school by taking English and art classes. Since many designers use computers to create their designs, computer science courses also will be helpful.
Postsecondary Training
College education is not necessary for freelancing as an artist and writer, though card companies looking to hire you for a full-time staff position may require a background in English, creative writing, graphic or digital design, or commercial arts. Even if you only want to freelance, community college courses that offer instruction in the use of computer design programs can help you to create professional-looking images for submission to companies.
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