| CAREERS FOR GRADUATES |
There are many different career options available for Art & Art History graduates. Below is a sample of types of positions that Art & Art History graduates have gone on to.
Note: This is not an exhaustive list as there are many other careers available. Many positions require additional education or experience.
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- Art Dealer*
- Art Director*
- Book/Journal Editor*
- Graphic Designer/Layout Artist*
- Photographer*
- Documentary Editor*
- Exhibit/Display Designer*
- Librarian/Information Specialist*
- Archivist*
- Museum Director*
- Arts Programmer (TV/Radio)*
- Technical/Scientific Illustrator*
- Fundraiser*
- Print Journalist*
- Arts Administrator*
- Cultural Events Planner*
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- Art Therapist*
- Curator*
- Conservator/Restorer*
- Advertising Account Representative*
- Volunteer Coordinator*
- Fine Arts Handler*
- Appraiser*
- Historical Preservation Coordinator*
- Designer: Industrial/Fashion/Interior*
- Teacher/University or College Professor*
- Grants Officer for the Arts
- Art Gallery Director*
- Art Critic*
- Web Developer/Designer*
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| Note: career profiles for many of the above jobs are available in the Career Centre. Those marked with an asterisk(*) can be viewed using Career Cruising, a Cdn. electronic career guide available in the Centre |
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WHO EMPLOYS ART AND ART HISTORY GRADUATES?
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- Art Galleries / Auction Houses
- Advertising Firms
- Museums
- Schools, Universities and Colleges
- Publishing Houses
- Newspapers and Magazines
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- Photo Agencies / Studios
- Hospitals / Mental Health Facilities
- Graphic Design Firms
- Community Centres
- and many others!
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SKILLS DEVELOPED BY ART AND ART HISTORY MAJORS
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- Defining Quality
- Comparing Works of Art
- Conveying Complex Information
- Presenting Theories/Ideas
- Writing and Speaking Effectively
- Thinking Critically
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- Recognizing a Work of Art
- Interpreting Cultures
- Organizing Information/Materials
- Evaluating Research Results
- Creativity
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| SAMPLE JOB LISTINGS FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS/RECENT GRADUATES |
Below is a sample of the types of positions that have recently been posted with the Career Centre for graduating students or recent graduates. To access full-time opportunities (for up to two years after graduation), you must first attend an orientation. Drop by or call us at 905-828-5451 for more information.
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Gallery Assistant, Eskimo Art Gallery Inc. |
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Bilingual Program Assistant, Ontario Arts Council |
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Illustrator & Writer, Cornucopia Books |
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Online Media Design, YYZ Pictures |
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Creative Art Director, Cantos Cadre |
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Inuit & Native Art Specialist, The Guild Shop |
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New Media Programmer, Corus Entertainment |
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Territory Sales Rep, Raul Mercier Fine Arts |
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Concept Artist/Modeller/Animator, Jaded Soul Studios |
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Communications Assistant, Credit Valley Conservation |
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Graphic Design Artist, First Media Group |
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Don't forget about U of T Mississauga alumni!
Browse through our alumni profiles to learn about their experiences, thoughts and advice. You can also check out Alumni Career Connections, where you have the potential to contact an alum in your field of interest and learn more about your options.
Here are a few alumni you may be interested in reading about:
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| HOW TO GET EXPERIENCE |
| Start early by seeking relevant summer, part-time and volunteer opportunities that will help you gain experience and develop the skills that employers want. Below is a sample of the types of temporary positions that have recently been posted with the Career Centre. To access the summer, part-time, temporary and volunteer postings, register with the Career Centre Online. |
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Part-Time Positions |
- Photographers
Seven Magazine
- Arts Counsellor
Centauri Summer Arts Camp
- Summer Art Instructor
Glenhyrst Art Gallery
- Exhibit & Conservation Assistant
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum
- Historical Interpreter
Art Gallery of Ontario
- Storyboard Artist
On the Down Low Productions Inc.
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- Drawing Instructor
Art Gallery of Hamilton
- Youth Art Leader
Harbourfront Community Centre
- Visual Arts/Young Artist Instructors
City of Mississauga
- Studio Assistant
Pottery-A-Go-Go
- Program Assistants
Living Arts Centre
- Mural Artist
West Scarborough Community Centre
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| Work Study |
Internships |
Previous postings have included:
- Curatorial Assistant
Blackwood Gallery, UTM
- Fine Art Development Program
Centre for Visual and Media Culture
- Drawing Technicians
Art & Art History Program
- Scientific Illustrator
UTM Biology
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- Check the Career Centre’s online Internship Search database for current offerings.
- Internships are offered in the cultural sector offered through the Youth Internship Program. These are 6-12 month paid internships with organizations such as: National Arts Centre; Power Plant Contemporary Gallery; and more.
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| Extern Job Shadowing Program |
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Previous Placements:
- Manager, Artist Relations, EMI Canada
- Collections Manager, University of Toronto Art Centre
- Photographer, Gurgles and Giggles Photography
- Newsroom Coordinator, 680 News
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| RESOURCES |
| Career Centre Library Resources: |
Web Links: |
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| Books: |
Directories: |
- Top Careers for Art Graduates
- Careers by Design
- Survival Skills: A Visual Artist's Guide to Professional Practice
- Careers for Culture Lovers and Other Artsy Types
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- Canadian Film and Television Production Association: Guide 2003
- Breaking into Film 1999
- Ontario Gallery Guide 2004
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| The Career Centre Resource Library is located in SE 3094. For more information please visit us, call 905-828-5451 or e-mail: careers.utm@utoronto.ca |
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What's your next step? Take a look at our Sample Career Plan to see suggested steps that you can take towards developing your career-work search plan. Check out our Events calendar for upcoming career related events.
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