Could you become an Illustrator?
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What this job is
An Illustrator creates original visual artwork and graphics for commercial, editorial, publishing, and digital media purposes in Australian studios, agencies, or as a freelancer. They interpret briefs from clients or art directors, develop concepts through sketches and digital tools, and produce finished illustrations that communicate ideas, narratives, or brand messages. The role involves balancing artistic creativity with technical proficiency in design software, meeting deadlines, and adhering to client specifications and brand guidelines.
Pay
A$1,850 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Adaptability and Flexibilitycore
- Attention to Detailcore
- Continuous Learning and Upskillingcore
- Customer Needs Assessmentcore
- Digital Literacycore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Research and Analysiscore
- Stakeholder Communicationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Workload Self-Managementcore
- Written Communicationcore
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Electronic Document Management
- Email Management
- Goal Setting and Planning
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
- Invoicing and Billing Administration
- Negotiation
- Process Improvement Identification