• Craft Artists
  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
  • Annual Median Wage
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    Growth Rate
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    Moderately Growing
  • Craft Artists use a variety of materials and techniques to create original works of art for sale and exhibition. They create objects, such as pottery, glassware, and textiles, that are designed to be functional.

What do they typically do

  • Create functional or decorative objects by hand
  • Cut, shape, fit, join, mold, or otherwise process materials, using hand tools, power tools, or machinery
  • Apply finishes to objects being crafted
  • Develop concepts or creative ideas for craft objects
  • Advertise products and work, using media such as internet advertising and brochures
  • Set specifications for materials, dimensions, and finishes
  • Plan and attend craft shows to market products
  • Create prototypes or models of objects to be crafted
  • Confer with customers to assess customer needs or obtain feedback
  • Develop product packaging, display, and pricing strategies
  • Develop designs using specialized computer software

Number of Jobs

Average Annual
Job Growth +0.9%
Job Openings 2

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