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CLA Career Services
135 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
email: cclc@umn.edu
phone: 612-624-7577
fax: 612-625-4832
hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
CLA Career Services are offered through
the Career and Community Learning Center (CCLC)
CCLC Staff
Resource Room
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What can I do with a major in...
Art?
You can do a lot with this major. Art majors go on to successful careers in design, technology, advertising, education, publishing, business, and much more.
Art majors can pursue a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.). The B.A. studies studio technique and theory, as well as the history and criticism of art. The B.F.A. concentrates more intensely on technique. Focuses can include drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, book arts, sculpture, media arts, or photography. Find more information on the Department of Art site.
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For information beyond what you find below, stop by the Career and Community Learning Center in 135 Johnston Hall. We have huge What Can I Do With a Major in.... ? binders, including one for every single major in CLA. We update these binders all the time, and in them you'll find more in-depth information than we can provide here. You can also get individual guidance exploring majors and career paths. Stop by.
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Career Titles of U of M Alumni with this Major
Below are job titles of recent graduates and experienced professionals. Linked job titles provide more information about the individual and their background. Please keep in mind that individual profiles may have changed since this information was first compiled.
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- Art Teacher, Mount Carmel High School, Saipan
- Career Services Coordinator, University of Minnesota
- Designer, The Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles (MOCA)
- Account Executive, advertising agency
- Admissions Staff, University of Minnesota
- Art Director, America Online
- Artist in Residence, Mpls. International School
- Artist, Self-Employed
- Ceramic Technician, Minnesota Clay Company
- Co-founder, ReelWorks Video Production
- Communications Media Manager, U of M
- Director of Photography, Dayton's Advertising
- Education Coordinator, Minnesota Center for Photography
- Events Coordinator, McNamara Alumni Center
- Exhibit Fabricator/Carpenter, Walker Art Center
- Exhibits and Display Specialist, Minnesota Zoo
- Fashion Merchandising and Window Display, Armani NY
- Framing, delivery and installation of art, HANG IT, Inc
- Freelance Critic/Writer for newspaper and magazines
- Freelance Mural Artist
- Graphic Artist for Minnesota Aids Project
- High School Art Instructor, District #278
- Information Technology Professional, U of M
- Instructor, Rochester Art Center
- Investment Operations Specialist, Wells Fargo
- Lobbyist, Minnesota Citizens for the Arts
- Membership Director, Chicago Artists' Coalition
- Photographer, Architectural Interiors
- Print Producer, Fallon McElligott
- Production Assistant, Random House Publishing
- Publisher, Park Granada Fine Art Books
- Sales, Wholesale Arts/Crafts Supplier
- Slide Librarian, College of Visual Arts
- Television Commercial Producer
- Web/Multimedia Developer, Self-Employed
- Webpage Designer, Star Tribune
Other Career Titles for this Major:
- Archivist
- Appraiser
- Art Critic
- Curator
- Exhibit / Display Designer
- Draftsman
- Graphic Designer
- Studio Artist
- Teacher
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Skills You Acquire with this Major
Art majors develop great skills that are applicable to a wide variety of careers. These skills include: - Specialized skills in a fine arts field
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills
- Ability to work well with diverse groups
- Research skills and the ability to work with details
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Public Service Opportunities
If you're interested in doing volunteer work related to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center can help. Advisors at our 345 Fraser Hall office can guide your search for a volunteer position that matches your interests. When you volunteer in the community, you work for a good cause and explore potential career options. Volunteering also provides you with opportunities to network, build your resume, and develop professional skills.
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