illustrator

art history

The history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.

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copyright legislation

Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.

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graphic design

The techniques to create a visual representation of ideas and messages.

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intellectual property law

The regulations that govern the set of rights protecting products of the intellect from unlawful infringement.

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labour legislation

Legislation, on a national or international level, that governs labour conditions in various fields between labour parties such as the government, employees, employers, and trade unions.

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perform ideation activities

Implement the different techniques to generate ideas. Sketching, prototyping and brainstorming are examples of these techniques.

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analyse texts to be illustrated

Analyse texts to be illustrated by researching and checking sources.

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consult with business clients

Communicate with clients of a business or business project in order to introduce new ideas, obtain feedback, and find solutions to problems.

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contextualise artistic work

Identify influences and situate your work within a specific trend which may be of an artistic, aesthetic, or philosophical natures. Analyse the evolution of artistic trends, consult experts in the field, attend events, etc.

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ensure visual quality of the set

Inspect and amend the scenery and set-dressing to make sure the visual quality is optimal with in constraints of time, budget and manpower.

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gather reference materials for artwork

Gather samples of the materials you expect to use in the creation process, especially if the desired piece of art necessitates the intervention of qualified workers or specific production processes.

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interpret illustration needs

Communicate with clients, editors and authors in order to interpret and fully understand their professional needs.

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select illustration styles

Select the appropriate style, medium, and techniques of illustration in line with the needs of the project and client's requests.

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consult with editor

Consult with the editor of a book, magazine, journal or other publications about expectations, requirements, and progress.

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finish project within budget

Make sure to stay within budget. Adapt work and materials to budget.

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follow a brief

Interpret and meet requirements and expectations, as discussed and agreed upon with the customers.

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follow work schedule

Manage the sequence of activities in order to deliver completed work on agreed deadlines by following a work schedule.

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ICT software specifications

The characteristics, use and operations of various software products such as computer programmes and application software.

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desktop publishing

The creation of documents using page layout skills on a computer. Desktop publishing software can generate layouts and produce typographic quality text and images.

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multimedia systems

The methods, procedures and techniques pertaining to the operation of multimedia systems, usually a combination of software and hardware, presenting various types of media such as video and audio.

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create animated narratives

Develop animated narrative sequences and story lines, using computer software and hand drawing techniques.

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create original drawings

Create original drawings, based on texts, thorough research and discussion with authors, journalists and specialists.

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create sketches

Draw sketches to prepare for a drawing or as a standalone artistic technique.

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design greeting cards

Design the illustrations on greeting cards.

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develop artistic educational activities

Develop speeches, activities and workshops in order to foster access and comprehension to the artistic creation processes. It can address a particular cultural and artistic event such as a show or an exhibition, or it can be related to a specific discipline (theatre, dance, drawing, music, photography etc.). Liaise with storytelles, craftspeople and artists.

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edit negatives

Use different software products and techniques to process photographic negatives and adapt the images to the desired specifications.

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edit photographs

Resize, enhance and retouche photographs, using airbrushing, editing software and other techniques.

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plan art educational activities

Plan and implement artistic facilities, performance, venues and museum-related educational activities and events.

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use digital illustration techniques

Create drawings using digital illustration programmes and techniques.

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use traditional illustration techniques

Create drawings using traditional illustration techniques such as watercolour, pen and ink, airbrush art, oil painting, pastels, wood engraving, and linoleum cuts.

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apply desktop publishing techniques

Apply desktop publishing techniques to create page layouts and typographic quality text.

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collaborate with a technical staff in artistic productions

Coordinate your artistic activities with others who specialise in the technical side of the project. Inform the technical staff of your plans and methods and obtain feedback on feasibility, cost, procedures and other relevant information. Be able to understand the vocabulary and the practises about technical issues

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create 2D painting

Produce a drawing by using a range of digital tools.

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design graphics

Apply a variety of visual techniques in order to design graphic material. Combine graphical elements to communicate concepts and ideas.

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This includes computer graphic design.

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develop educational resources

Create and develop educational resources for visitors, school groups, families and special interest groups.

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gather reference materials

Gathering reference materials such as drawings, illustrations and sketches, in the process of creating a painting or sculpture.

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perform image editing

Edit various types of images such as analogue and digital photographs or illustrations.

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