Illustrator Jobs in District of Columbia

An Illustrator in the publishing industry is responsible for creating images and designs that visually interpret and enhance written content. Their main task is to assist in telling a story, clarifying complex concepts, or adding an aesthetic element to printed or digital materials. This individual works closely with writers and editors to align their illustrations with the text, ensuring that the images effectively complement and illuminate the written work. They may work on a variety of projects including books, magazines, newspapers, and digital publications.

Key skills needed for this role are excellent drawing skills, creativity, and a strong ability to translate ideas into visual form. Additionally, proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop is usually required. Some positions may require a degree in a relevant field such as Fine Arts or Graphic Design, or a portfolio demonstrating a high level of artistic ability. Prior job roles that could lead to a career as an Illustrator include Graphic Designer, Art Assistant, or Design Intern. Regardless of their previous roles, it is crucial for Illustrators to have a strong understanding of visual storytelling and to be able to work effectively as part of a team.

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Graphic Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software....

Graphic Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago

Sunday // Schedule may vary based on needs of design projects SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None REPORTS TO Worship + Creative Director AN IDEAL INDIVIDUAL + Is proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator...

Graphic Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago

Proficient use of Adobe Creative Suite - XD, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma or other visual design and wire-framing tools, Microsoft PowerPoint and Word....

Remote Work

Graphic Artist & Cartographer

  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago

Proficiency with major GIS and design software packages, including ArcGIS, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Captivate, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign, is required....

Digital Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 27 days ago

Are you also an illustrator? a photographer? a writer?...

Graphic Designer II

  • Washington, DC
  • 28 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 28 days ago

experience in an agency or in-house marketing environment Bachelors degree in design or related field Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator...

Remote Work

Graphic Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

optimization of designs for platform-specific content Demonstrated ability to translate political narratives in a way that audiences without political education can engage with Demonstrated ability to fact-check...

Graphic Designer III

  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Hand, Acrobat, Illustrator, MS Publisher, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word software, web design, E Publishing and E Books latest versions. Additional duties as needed....

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

Moving to District of Columbia? Find some basic demographic data about District of Columbia below.


Local
National
689,545
23,743

Illustrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Illustrator
Create your own logos, icons, diagrams and other visual content according to graphic design industry standards with this introductory course to Adobe Illustrator. This online course from LaSalle...
Techniques for Illustrators: The Art of Collage
Collage has inspired artists for generations because it breaks free from traditional image-making methods. This mixed media art form can been a catalyst for bold experimentation and fresh...
Techniques for Illustrators: Monoprinting at Home
Monoprinting offers a world of creativity and innovation for illustrators. On this flexible learning course from Leeds Art University, gain practical printmaking techniques that you can apply in...

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Salary for Illustrator Jobs in District of Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Illustrators in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.8%
Master's Degree
18.3%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
High School or GED
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Illustrators in District of Columbia
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


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