Higher Ed Arts Teachers (Professors) – Creative Careers Studio

Art professors spend their days teaching advanced art courses at the college level, conducting research, and creating their own artwork. They engage in curriculum development, mentor students, participate in academic committees, and often exhibit their work or publish research in their field.

Quiz Matches

What kind of personality tends to excel in this career?

Ideas

Creations

How much this role requires you to be outspoken and in the spotlight.

Independent

Collaborative

How often you’ll have to work with others

Introvert

Extrovert

How often you’ll be coming up with big ideas versus making ideas reality.

Routine

Variety

How much your tasks change day by day

Screen Time

How much of your day is spent working at a desk on a computer.

Average Salary in SC

$59,968

Education Level

Graduate school recommended

Alternate Titles

Art History Professor
Art Instructor
Art Professor
Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Instructor
Music Instructor
Music Professor
Professor
Theater Professor

More Details

Skills

Speaking
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Active Learning
Active Listening

Activities

Thinking Creatively
Communicating with Colleages
Training and Teaching Others
Coaching and Developing Others
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Work Styles

Dependability
Attention to Detail
Cooperation
Self-Control
Integrity

Professional Associations

National Art Education Association

Related High School Courses

Art and Design Courses
Art Fundamentals
Advanced Art
Art History

Academic and Humanities Courses
English Literature
Philosophy
Psychology

Education and Teaching Courses
Introduction to Education
Child Development

Communication and Creative Courses
Public Speaking
Creative Writing
Research and Studio Experience
Independent Study or Art Projects
Art Exhibitions

Additional Learning Opportunities
College Courses
Workshops and Summer Programs

College Majors to Consider

Art Education
Art History
Digital Media Arts
Fine Arts (MFA)
Graphic Design
Photography
Printmaking
Sculpture
Studio Art
Visual Arts

Jobs, Internships, Apprenticeships

Jobs
Art Studio Assistant
Art Camp Counselor
Freelance Art Tutor
Art Supply Store Associate

Internships
College Art Department Internship
Museum or Gallery Education Internship
Art Research Internship
Community Arts Program Internship

Apprenticeships
Art Professor’s Apprenticeship
Academic Research Assistant
University Teaching Assistantship
Art Education Apprenticeship

Other Learning Opportunities
Pursue Advanced Art Education
Attend Art and Education Conferences
Create a Strong Art Portfolio
Volunteer in Educational Settings

Profile of the SC Graduate

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Engage as a Citizen

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