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Art Professor

Education and Training
Post-secondary Educators
Art / Music Professor

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

At a Glance

Art Professor. Typical education: Associate degree. Experience: 4.5–5.5 years. Top skills: Teaching, Communication, Photography.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Associate degree

Experience

4.5–5.5 years

Job Postings

6

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Median Wage

$80,190/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+1.7%

Education

Master's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (22)

Photography

4.9

Printmaking

4.8

Interior Architecture

4.8

Industrial Design

4.6

Sculpture

4.6

Instructional Design

4.5

Art History

4.4

Textile Design

4.3

Adult Education

4.3

Pattern Making

4.2

Painting

4.1

Design Theory

4.1

Glass Painting

4.0

Exhibitions

4.0

Graphic Design

3.9

Ceramic Art

3.8

Administrative Support

3.8

Curriculum Development

3.7

Drawing

3.6

Digital Design

3.5

Art Education

3.4

Common Skills (4)

Teaching

5.0

Communication

4.9

Advising

4.5

Certifications (1)

Chartered Financial Analyst

3.5

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