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Career Path for a Artist, Sketch

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Organizations associated with this CareerPath

This program is available at:

Jamestown Community College

Transfer agreements:

Art Education (K-12) (SUNY College at Buffalo) (Buffalo State)

Fine Arts/Art (SUNY College at Buffalo) (Buffalo State)

JCC Offerings:

Fine Arts: Studio Arts

Media Arts

How can JCC lead me to this career?:

Thinking about a career as an sketch artist? Jamestown Community College can help connect you to your goal through our Associate in Science, Fine Arts: Studio Arts or Associate in Science, Media Arts degrees. These degrees prepare students for work upon completion or, with the guidance of a faculty advisor, can be transferred to a four-year institution.

Still in High School?

If you're still in high school, you can prepare for this career by studying:

English composition

Mathematics (most four-year institutions require a minimum of algebra for art degrees)

Fine Arts (drawing, design, painting, ceramics, computer art)

Portfolio – Most four-year art programs require a portfolio for admission. Begin compiling your best works in a variety of media as soon as possible