Illustrators

Any prior experience creating illustrations or assisting established illustrators will be useful for those who aspire to enter the field.

Illustrators should have recognized artistic talent that enables them to translate ideas, words, designs, and physical objects into pictures. For many illustrators, their craft is more than just a job, it is a passion. Some illustrators work alone and must deal with the solitary nature of their work, while others work as part of a team. Since their art is often commercial in nature, illustrators must be willing to accommodate their employers' desires if they are to build a broad clientele and earn a decent living. They must be able to take suggestions and rejections gracefully. Illustrators should be able to show flexibility in changing their designs at the request of clients. They should also remain current with the changing technologies—especially computer tools—that are used in their profession.