post secondary education a future in the arts: careers in the arts and exploring college majors
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Post Secondary EducationPost Secondary Education
“A Future In the Arts: Careers in the Arts and Exploring College Majors”
Get To Know Get To Know Yourself!Yourself!
Am I A Am I A Visual Artist? Visual Artist?
When it comes to making art, I am very motivated and I don’t mind long hours of hard work.
Art is central to my career goals. I collect images and objects that I can use to
express my ideas. I want to create things never seen before. Art is my favorite subject.
Am I A Performer?Am I A Performer?
Being in front of an audience excites me. I like to express myself through sound
and movement. I find myself quoting movies and plays. People often say that I am the life of the
party. I watch reality TV shows like “So You
Think You Can Dance” and think…I CAN DO THAT.
Am I A Culinary Am I A Culinary Artiste?Artiste?
Cooking at home is a hobby of mine. The Food Network is my favorite TV
channel. I often think about opening up my own
restaurant or café. I love working with my hands. Testing new spices and ingredients
excites me.
Now think of Now think of CAREERSCAREERS in the in the
Arts! Arts! Do I want to study art in college? Can I execute my skills for the long haul? Is passion for my artistry more important
than status and money? Where do I see myself in 5, 10, or 15
years? What is the salary range for my desired
career and what degree will I need?
Careers in DanceCareers in Dance Dance Studio Owner Dance Therapist Public Relations
Specialist Stage Manager Talent Agent Promoter
Careers In TheaterCareers In Theater Carpenter Costume Designer Miniature Set Designer Booking Manager Make-up Stylist Clown Announcer Puppeteer
Careers In MusicCareers In Music
Sound Technician Concert Promoter Record Label Staff: Publicist,
Marketing, Sales Road Manager Jingle Writer Film Scoring
Culinary & Hospitality Culinary & Hospitality CareersCareers
Executive Chef Resort Executive Director Cruise Ship Hospitality Manager Saucier Sommelier Pastry Chef Restaurant Owner
HowHow toto choose a choose a College & Program that College & Program that
is right for you! is right for you!
Art SchoolArt School
Commitment to art Students are Focused on a career
in art Most offer BFA degree programs Broad range of art specializations Comparatively small-intimate
supportive campus
Liberal Arts CollegeLiberal Arts College
You are offered an education that exposes you to a variety of topics in addition to art
Are often small private institutions Most offer a BA/BS degree programs;
some offer BFA degree programs Other options include: humanities,
social sciences, languages, mathematics
Public UniversitiesPublic Universities
Typically large in size Funded by the state Offer a wide range of majors and
minors Options include; Communications,
Laboratory Sciences, Business, Engineering
Choosing a Program!Choosing a Program! What do you need to do to get in:
Portfolio, Audition, and/or an Interview?
How will the program help prepare you for a career in your field?
Is there adequate studio space, rehearsal space etc?
Is there equipment up-to-date? Will you learn from professionals in
your field? Does the program allow for
professional leave and/or internships?
Portfolio Portfolio DevelopmentDevelopment
Talk to a representative from the college to determine what they are looking for in a portfolio
Create CD’s with digital images All 2-D Drawings and Paintings should be
scanned Take pictures from various angles with
adequate lighting Include the title, medium, and date on all
your pieces
Auditions & Auditions & InterviewsInterviews
Talk to a college representative prior to the audition
Bring a Resume and a Head Shot Be prepared to do a live audition and or
bring in a recorded audition Dress accordingly Practice Bring a positive attitude!
DEGREES!DEGREES!What’s the Difference?What’s the Difference?
Associate’s Degree: A.A.= Associate in Arts A.S. = Associate in Science
Bachelor’s Degree B.A. = Bachelor of Arts B.S. = Bachelor of Science B.M. = Bachelor of Music B.F.A = Bachelor of Fine Arts
Remember:Remember: In order to be truly successful in your
field you need to continue your education.
Attend College Fairs and Career Fairs. Choose a college program that fits your
needs. Talk to professionals in your field. Try to visit the school of your choice
before you make a decision. Do an Internship! Do your research and ask questions!
Attend a College Fair or Attend a College Fair or Two!Two!
2009 National College Fair, Saturday, October 3rd, 11:00-3:00 PM at Navy Pier, 600 East
Grand Ave.
2009 Chicago Performing and Visual Arts College Fair Saturday, October 10th , 1:00-3:00 PM at Roosevelt University,
Auditorium Building, 430 S. Michigan Ave.
National Portfolio Day Saturday, October 25th, 10:00-2:00 PM at School of the Art
Institute of Chicago, 280 S. Columbus Dr.
ASM/AAEP Gallery 37 College Fair Wednesday, November 25th, 2:30-6:30 PM at Chicago Cultural
Center – GAR Hall, 78 East Randolph St.