Also called: Costume Concept Artist
Paints detailed drawings of costumes for designers of films, theater, and games.
A costume illustrator paints a superhero suit from five angles so the designer can show the director, then adds fabric and detail notes for the costume shop.
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Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Illustration or costume design degree.
Ways in: 4-year college. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Illustration, Costume Design.
Growing about average. Small field.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI image tools now make fast costume renderings, cutting illustrator work; designers still hire some for detailed custom art.
Classes: Drawing and illustration, Fashion design CTE, Art history, Digital art.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-1013.
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