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Job Description: Digital imagists are somewhere between fine artists and graphic designers, and use sophisticated computer software like Adobe Photoshop© to enhance and manipulate photographs and graphic images. Digital imagists are also required to have an understanding of peripheral devices like scanners, printers, and cameras, so that they can ensure that the product output matches what they have created on screen.
Salary Range: Depending on the scope of their work, digital imagists can find employment in the arts, advertising, web design. The median salary for digital imagists is $37,000, though this can vary based on their specialty, versatility, and skill level with industry software.
Education: Degrees in graphic design and imaging, visual communications, or
Multimedia will afford digital imagists the technical and artistic skills to create high-quality digital designs. A portfolio of professional-quality work will give potential employers an insight into your personal design aesthetic.
Outlook: The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 22% growth in this industry over the next several years. Continuing improvements in design software allow for increasingly sophisticated photo manipulation and enhancement.
Personality Traits: Digital imagists are highly creative people, but also must have the patience to deal with machinery including printers, scanners, and cameras. Proficiency with computers is required.
Career Path: Production Assistant >
Graphic Designer > Digital Imagist > Multimedia
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