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Craft Artist

💰 Earn $52K-$115K

📚 No Degree Required

⏱️ 12–24 Month Training

📈 2.1% Job Growth

Perfect for those who love creating unique, handmade art pieces.
Transform raw materials into beautiful, functional art for all to enjoy.
Explore diverse techniques like welding and weaving to craft stunning objects.

What Craft Artists DoCreate or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.

Create functional or decorative objects by hand, using a variety of methods and materials.
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.
Select materials for use based on strength, color, texture, balance, weight, size, malleability and other characteristics.

Craft Artists Education, Salary, and Growth

Minimum EducationNone

Career ProspectsGood (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time1 to 2 years

Job Openings1,000 Annually

Median Earnings

$59,980 in California

$38,480 Nationally

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Is This Career Right For You?

YOU Like

Being creative or artistic
Influencing or leading others
Working with my hands

you value

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Job security

you are skilled in

Operations Analysis
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Time Management

Go Deeper: Craft Artists Explained

Craft ArtistExplore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

How Do You Train for This Career?

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Bachelor's DegreeA bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ Finish in 4-5+ years

Associate's DegreeAn associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ Finish in 2-3 years

Vocational SchoolA vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ Finish in 6 months - 2 years

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