post secondary education a future in the arts: careers in the arts and exploring college majors

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.