I am an Art/Bio double major. Should I continue with these degrees or switch to art education?

Question

I'm going into my junior year in college. Right now, I still am not 100% sure of what I want to do. Right now, I'm pre-physical therapy. I've thought about OT, illustration, and graphic design. I've always thought working for a zoo or museum creating posters, pamphlets and such would be great! Any insight?

Anyway, I was considering switching to art ed, but I would be in school for at least another semester. My concern is, however, the pay isn't very good, I haven't taken a single education class and it's hard to find a job. I enjoy working with kids. I really like to see their eyes light up when they "get it." I work with kids all the time at horse camps and I've worked at other camps (various sports, art, etc). I can get frustrated with the trouble makers, but I figure that's normal for any teacher.

What would you do?

Answer 1

Hi,

have you considered medical illustration? The field combines art, biology (particularly huamn anatomy), and graphic design. Also, you can get hired by a firm (so you would have a steady nine to five job), but it's also possible to do it freelance (where you would earn more direct profits). Additionally, it seems like a fairly stable and well-paying career path from what I have researched (more well paying than working with kids!). 

 

You would be creating things like layouts illustration, or could do animation (or all 3). It requires a two year master's degree if you live in the US or Canada that requires a portfolio and some bio prerequisites.