Career Opportunities and Work Life

Skills You'll Need

Salary Ranges

The Classroom Experience

Certificate & Degree Options

Average Salaries
Fine Artists
National (2004) - $41,200
Michigan (2004) - $67,600
Indiana (2004) - $36,000

Graphic Designers
National (2004) - $37,900
Michigan (2004) - $39,600
Indiana (2004) - $32,600

Art Directors
National (2004) - $63,800
Michigan (2004) - $54,700
Indiana (2004) - $47,700

Salary Range
Fine Artists
National (2004) - $18,800 - $76,900
Michigan (2004) - $27,700 - $109,300
Indiana (2004) - $13,100 - $49,500

Graphic Designers
National (2004) - $23,200 - $65,900
Michigan (2004) - $24,400 - $68,100
Indiana (2004) - $20,200 - $58,600

Art Directors
National (2004) - $36,700 - $122,400
Michigan (2004) - $35,200 - $107,200
Indiana (2004) - $30,300 - $79,100

Source: U.S. Department of Labor