1.

Jewelry Designer
Jewelry designers begin by coming up with ideas and sketching the designs onto
paper. One the design is made they make molds of the jewelry with clay and fill
these molds with the metal used in the completed pieces. Some pieces may contain
a gem or stone that the artist has to carefully cut and shape before gingerly placing
within the jewelry. Some jewelry designers may require little to know formal
education or training. They may start designing jewelry and eventually become
more successful with hard work, dedication, and experience. College courses and
degree programs in jewelry making and design, however, can help aspiring jewelry
makers refine their skills. Art schools and some traditional colleges and universities
might offer classes in jewelry design, metalworking, and gemology. Jewelry
designers can make money a few different ways. Some designers make money by
selling individual pieces of custom made jewelry, for example, while others may be
able to make money simply by selling a design to be mass produced. Jewelry
designer salaries can vary greatly, but some successful jewelry designers can make
a decent living wage from their designs. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the average salary for these sorts of professionals was $39,940 a year.
2. University Art Instructor
A university art instructor is, simply put, an individual that teaches some aspect of
art to his or her students. Most of the time, those interested in becoming art
instructors are artists who have honed their skills and talents and want to share
their love of art and their knowledge with others. An art instructor may teach a
single form of art, such as painting or sculpture, or they may teach a variety of art
types. They may also specialize in things like art history or the artists themselves. A
lot of times, a university art instructor will teach students with raw talent how to
hone their skills, as well as useful techniques and tricks that will assist them in their
art career. The Bureau of Labor Statistics suggests that those interested in
becoming art instructors earn a doctoral degree in an art-related field. Most colleges
and universities require all of their professors to hold a doctoral degree, though
some will hire art instructors who have a masters degree or those who are working
toward their doctoral degree. Earning this degree can take up to 8 years.
Throughout this time, the future instructor will have the opportunity to be
completely immersed in the art world, learning the various types of art, mediums,
skills and techniques for art and teaching, and more. According to the BLS, the
median annual salary for postsecondary art, drama, and music teachers was
$62,160 in May of 2013. However, this is simply the middle line when it comes to
salaries, and an instructors actual salary will be dependent upon several different
things. In May of 2013, the lowest earners brought home less than $35,670 while
the top 10% earned more than $120,000. The top paying states for art instructors

are New York (with an annual median salary of $105,130), New Jersey ($90,110),
Connecticut ($87,210), California ($82,400), and Massachusetts ($80,420).
3. Dance
Theatrical performances and musicals are generally the most common and sought
after types of jobs for dancers. These shows are often produced by large theaters or
dance troupes. Musicals may also be performed on television shows or musicals.
Music videos will also often feature dancers. The type of skills necessary for these
videos will usually depend on what type of music the dance will be set to.
Experienced country and western dancers may be hired to dance in country music
videos, for example, while experienced hip hop dancers may be hired to dance in
hip hop or rap music videos. Instead of actually dancing, some professional dancers
may also choose to teach dance classes or create new dances. A person who
develop new dances or dance moves are referred to as choreographers. Technically,
a formal education is not absolutely necessary for a dance career, but studying
under an experienced dancer or in a prominent dance school is usually very helpful.
Dancers typically get paid either per show or per week. Some dancers might make
as little as $50 to $100 per show, while others may have contracts that guarantee
them up to $1,500 per week. Teachers and choreographers typically earn a steadier
wage, and they are usually paid by the hour as well. Dance teachers can make
anywhere from $10 to $30 per hour. Choreographers, on the other hand, usually
make around $35 per hour.
4. Wedding Photographer
During the initial meeting, the wedding photographer and clients will discuss the
details of the wedding and what types of photographs the clients would prefer. Once
these plans have been discussed, the wedding photographer will usually scout out
the venue before the wedding. The first wedding photographs are taken before the
actual wedding even begins. These photographs often include shots of the dress,
the bride getting ready, and the groom waiting with his groomsmen. Several
photographs are also usually taken during the wedding ceremony itself. Some
classic wedding shots include the flower girl walking down the aisle, the brides
father giving her away, and the couple taking their wedding vows. Couples will
usually have the photographer stay for the reception as well. Here, he will usually
take photographs of the tables, presents, and cake. Classic photographs of the bride
throwing the bouquet and the father-daughter dance are also taken at this time. He
will also take several candid shots of the wedding party and guests enjoying
themselves. Aspiring wedding photographers should earn a degree in photography.
A formal photography education can help students learn all different aspects of
professional photography, including proper lighting and posing techniques.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a general

photographer was $36,580 in 2011. Since wedding photography is such a

specialized field, these types of photographers usually have the potential to earn
much more. For example, photographers who specialize in personal services which
can include weddings made an median annual salary of $47,930 in 2011.
5. Sculptor
A sculptor is a type of artist that manipulates hard materials to make the threedimensional art forms known as sculptures. Generally, most sculptors create their
art in studios. Some sculptors might have home studios, while others may choose to
rent a commercial space. The majority of professional sculptors are freelancers.
They are usually commissioned to create a piece of art by various businesses,
government agencies, or individuals. The majority of sculptures are displayed in
public places. This can include areas like parks, as well as inside and outside of
buildings. Although it is not necessary, a post-secondary degree might also be
helpful when attempting to pursue a career in sculpting. Some sculptors will earn
degrees in fine arts with a concentration in sculpting. As a fine arts student, the will
have the chance to fine tune their talents and build their portfolios. Sculptors
portfolios will often contain several photographs of their best works of art. In 2008,
the Bureau of labor Statistics states that the average annual salary for fine artists,
which includes professional sculptors, was around $42,650. On the low end of the
pay scale, these artists earned around $20,000, and on the high end, they earned
over $80,000.